Sharrow Vale Dental Care provides high quality, comprehensive dental care for all the family. Our professional dentists and supporting team combine a modern approach to dentistry with fantastic customer service. The team are all highly experienced and you are greeted with a friendly, pleasant and sympathetic atmosphere for your dental care. The practice is situated on Sharrow Vale Road, just off Ecclesall Road, and is easily accessible by both car and public transport.
Career Prospects
* Excellent career prospects to complete the apprenticeship and apply to the General Dental Council (GDC) for professional registration as a dental nurse.
Reporting to
Principal Dentist
Expected Duties Include:
* Greeting patients.
* Chair side assistance to the dentist during restorative and surgical procedures.
* Record patient’s clinical notes in computer.
* Clean and prepare surgery between patients.
* Clean used instruments after patients.
* Act as receptionist when necessary and perform routine clerical tasks: handling payments, booking appointments, answering phone.
* Attend the Sheffield College Training Partner - Charles Clifford Dental Hospital within the duration of the apprenticeship to study:
* Dental anatomy, Oral diseases, medical emergencies, dental radiography and sterilisation.
* Learn about oral health promotion and preventative dentistry techniques.
* Focus on patient care and management covering legal and ethical issues.
* Work towards the Apprentice Standard Dental Nurse Level 3 qualification.
* Training is at the Charles Clifford Dental Hospital - one day per week.
* Includes End Point Assessment.
Assessment
* Interview, coursework and examinations.
* Qualification: Level 3 Diploma in Dental Nursing.
Additional Qualifications
On completion, the apprentice must register with the General Dental Council as a qualified Dental Nurse.
Working Hours
Monday 8.30am - 6.00pm, Tuesday 8.30am - 5.00pm, Wednesday 8.30 - 5.00pm, Thursday - College (paid day), Friday 8.30 - 5.00pm.
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