Summary
This full-time position is well suited to an individual that is looking to advance in a dental career and gain direct experience in a thriving and supportive workplace. In practice you will work closely with the dentist, assisting in surgery, as well as having sterilisation, decontamination and clinical duties and possible reception cover.
Wage
£15,704 a year
Training course
Dental nurse (integrated) (level 3)
Hours
Monday- Friday. Hours to be confirmed.
40 hours a week
Possible start date
Thursday 1 May
Duration
2 years
Positions available
1
Work
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you’ll do at work
Duties to include:
* Preparing surgery/materials/instruments for each patient
* Following decontamination/sterilising protocols
* Safe disposal of clinical waste
* Processing/assisting with dental radiographs
* Updating medical histories
* Following all practice policies and procedures
* Obeying all dental ethical guidelines including all rules on confidentiality
Where you’ll work
4 The Avenue
Leigh
WN7 1ES
Training
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
College or training organisation
DENTRAIN PROFESSIONALS LTD
Your training course
Dental nurse (integrated) (level 3)
Equal to A level
Course contents
* Adhere to legal and ethical responsibilities in line with General Dental Council requirements
* Take responsibility for the integrity of own actions and completed work, recognising the limits of your competence and experience
* Comply with current best practice guidelines
* Put patients’ interests first and act to protect them by working in a patient-centred way
* Effectively manage own time and resources
* Provide chair side support during dental procedures
* Monitor, support and reassure patients throughout all aspects of their treatment, ensuring patient-centred care
* Communicate appropriately, effectively and sensitively at all times and through all media
* Respect patients’ dignity and choices and act without discrimination
* Check that valid consent is obtained for all treatments and personal care delivery
* Maintain patient confidentiality at all times
* Work in the clinical environment in a safe and efficient manner
* Select and prepare the correct equipment, instruments and materials
* Carry out and record maintenance and testing of equipment in line with local policy, procedures and the scope of your own role
* Manage and perform effective decontamination and infection control procedures complying with legislative, local and current best practice guidelines
* Mix, handle, store and dispose of materials in line with manufacturers recommendations
* Create and update accurate and current patient records, including social, medical and dental history, storing and archiving them securely and in line with legislation
* Carry out processing of radiographs in line with local procedures and rules
* Make effective decisions regarding the safety of patients when taking a radiograph
* Deliver appropriate and current evidence-based oral and general health advice
* Recognise and support action to deal with medical emergencies
* Respond to medical emergencies and be competent in cardiopulmonary resuscitation
* Take part in appraisal and ongoing review processes
* Take part in continuous professional development activities
* Reflect on how your daily practice complies with the General Dental Council requirements for continual improvement
* Comply with personal development planning as specified by the General Dental Council
* Participate in quality improvement activities as required
* Be collaborative and work as part of the team
* Adhere to legal and ethical responsibilities in line with General Dental Council requirements
* Take responsibility for the integrity of own actions and completed work, recognising the limits of your competence and experience
* Comply with current best practice guidelines
* Put patients’ interests first and act to protect them by working in a patient-centred way
* Effectively manage own time and resources
* Provide chair side support during dental procedures
* Monitor, support and reassure patients throughout all aspects of their treatment, ensuring patient-centred care
* Communicate appropriately, effectively and sensitively at all times and through all media
* Respect patients’ dignity and choices and act without discrimination
* Check that valid consent is obtained for all treatments and personal care delivery
* Maintain patient confidentiality at all times
* Work in the clinical environment in a safe and efficient manner
* Select and prepare the correct equipment, instruments and materials
* Carry out and record maintenance and testing of equipment in line with local policy, procedures and the scope of your own role
* Manage and perform effective decontamination and infection control procedures complying with legislative, local and current best practice guidelines
* Mix, handle, store and dispose of materials in line with manufacturers recommendations
* Create and update accurate and current patient records, including social, medical and dental history, storing and archiving them securely and in line with legislation
* Carry out processing of radiographs in line with local procedures and rules
* Make effective decisions regarding the safety of patients when taking a radiograph
* Deliver appropriate and current evidence-based oral and general health advice
* Recognise and support action to deal with medical emergencies
* Respond to medical emergencies and be competent in cardiopulmonary resuscitation
* Take part in appraisal and ongoing review processes
* Take part in continuous professional development activities
* Reflect on how your daily practice complies with the General Dental Council requirements for continual improvement
* Comply with personal development planning as specified by the General Dental Council
* Participate in quality improvement activities as required
* Be collaborative and work as part of the team
Your training plan
Level 3 Dental Nurse apprenticeship standard lasting 24 months which includes:
* Level 3 Diploma in Dental Nursing
* Level 1/2 Functional skills in English and maths (if required)
* End Point Assessment (EPA)
More training information
* Training schedule has yet to be agreed, details will be made available at a later date
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
* English (grade D or 3)
* Maths (grade D or 3)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
* Communication skills
* Attention to detail
* Organisation skills
* Customer care skills
* Presentation skills
* Team working
* Initiative
* Non judgemental
* Patience
Other requirements
So that we can process your application further please follow the link below to complete the application form. Once this has been completed, I will be in touch to invite you for an interview. Access to a computer/laptop and the internet are essential To enable us to consider your application, can you please send your full CV, ensuring it contains all of the following details: Full name. Full address including post code. Contact telephone number. E-Mail address. Education history - including qualifications obtained (English/maths GCSE results or equivalent required) Details of previous employment including roles and responsibilities/extra curriculum activities A personal statement about yourself. Cover letter/statement of why you wish to become a Dental Nurse.Please send/attach as a PDF or Word Document to pam@dentrain.net. Exams are held at Dentrain Professionals, 22 Bridge Street, Bolton, BL1 2EA. Our course provider Dentrain Professionals Ltd, offer the NEBDN accredited Level 3 Diploma in Dental Nursing apprenticeship. For more information, please see their website: