Dental Nurse Apprentice

As a trainee dental nurse, you will assist the Dentist and the Dental Hygienist/Therapist. You will also take on reception duties and help with the smooth running of the practice. You must have maths and English at grade C/4.

Typical duties for a dental nurse include:

• Taking responsibility for the decontamination of instruments
• maintaining dental operating equipment
• Ensuring that all relevant materials and supplies are in place
• Looking after patient records - including making notes when the dentist is examining a patient
• Working closely with and assisting the dentist, responding quickly to requests and generally keeping the surgery ready for use
• You'll also be responsible for ensuring high standards of cleanliness and control of the practice
• Liaise with reception to ensure smooth patient communications and transfer of records
• Attend and participate in practice meetings
• Other duties as necessary for the efficient operation of the practice
• Undergo training as may be required to develop skills and abilities
• Attend refresher and update training for medical emergencies and CPR
• Act in accordance with the practice rules and code of conduct
• Reception duties answering the phone in a professional manner, booking appointments using practice computers
• Money processing and issuing receipts

Become a dental hygienist or dental therapist with further training.

At Parkhouse Dental Practice, we aim to provide the highest standard of dental care in a relaxed and friendly environment. We offer the latest techniques in cosmetic dentistry including dental implants, teeth whitening and veneers. We are committed to continuing dental education to keep at the forefront of the many advances now being made in modern dentistry. We place great emphasis on the prevention of dental problems and our aim is to achieve and maintain good dental health for you and your family. As you get older dental problems can diminish the quality of life. Research shows that preventative dentistry delivered on a regular basis greatly reduces the risk of dental disease and provides a platform for a lifetime of improved dental health. Regular examinations and visits to the hygienist will help to cut down the amount of work necessary. It is all about taking care of your teeth so you can keep them for life! So why not join us at Parkhouse dental practice and let us help you take care of your dental health.