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Apprentice Dental Nurse

Cranleigh Dental Centre
Pay: £190.00
Location: Surrey Cranleigh United Kingdom
Category: Entry Level
Available from: Nov 2020
Finishes on: Ongoing Position
Type of work: Full Time, Indoor & Outdoor
Job reference: E03535585
2020-10-06 2020-11-06

Job Description

Duties/responsibilities to include:




  • Keep the cleaning areas and all equipment and instruments clean, tidy and sterile as appropriate, according to the practice's health and safety and infection control procedures and manufacturer’s instructions

  • Use all equipment and machinery in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations and ensure that they are maintained regularly and in good working order

  • Provide chair-side assistance, ensuring that the correct equipment is available

  • Always ensure the care and welfare of patients in a friendly, helpful and courteous manner

  • Accurately complete patients’ records as directed

  • Observe patient confidentiality at all times

  • Handle all substances in accordance with health and safety policies

  • Be familiar and comply with all health and safety rules and guidance, PPE, COSHH, mercury handling, infection control, waste disposal, etc.

  • Develop and file radiographs and change radiographic solutions as directed

  • Complete laboratory request forms, keep records of work sent, received and fitted

  • Ensure adequate stocks of materials and other items within the surgery

  • Order/ask the practice manager/receptionist to order new supplies as required

  • Ensure computer/written records are accurately maintained and securely stored

  • 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 (perhaps including the duties and tasks of receptionist as required)

  • Undergo training as it may be required to develop your skills and abilities

  • Attend refresher and update training for medical emergencies and CPR

  • Act in accordance with the practice rules and code of conduct


Personal Qualities :

  • Punctual

  • Friendly

  • Presentable

  • Reliable

  • Good team player



Skills Required :

  • Good communication skills

  • Computer literate



Future Prospects :

With experience you may be able to move into jobs like team manager, team leader or dental practice manager.



With further training you could become a dental therapist, helping a dentist carry out the more routine dentistry work. You could also become a dental hygienist, helping people to look after their teeth and gums.



You might decide to train as an orthodontic therapist helping dentists to improve the look and position of a patient's teeth.



Health Careers has information on careers in all areas of the dental team.


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