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