Apprentice Dental Nurse job in Nelson at Training 2000

This vacancy is for a Dental Nurse Apprentice, based in Nelson, Lancashire. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to undertake valuable work experience whilst gaining on the job qualifications.Assist the dentist and hygienist during all clinical procedures, clerical duties to include reception work answering telephones and filing, provide support during the taking of x-rays.Carry out and be responsible for all Health and Safety and Cross Infection policies and procedures within the dental surgery,Assist the dentist during all clinical procedures in the surgery which will include fillings, root canal treatment, bridge crown and denture preparation, extractions, and Assessments, this may also include minor oral surgery.Assist the hygienist with scale and polish and oral health promotion plus charting and periodontal assessments.Record and store notes, charting, medical history and radiographs on either paper based or computerized systems.Reception duties which include answering the telephone greeting patients, making appointments and recording them correctly on the system. Filing, typing and using Computer software. Disposing of all waste correctly, including clinical, sharps, specialist, amalgam, and normal domestic.The successful candidate will work towards achieving a level 3 qualification in Dental Nursing with experience in a busy Dental Practice.Upon completion of the Level 3 qualification, you will be an experienced and qualified dental nurse, and as such you can continue building up skills that will always be in demand. Career breaks and part-time working are often possible. You could go on to acquire specialist qualifications in areas such as sedation, dental radiography and oral health.You might take on more responsibility as a trainer and assessor for other dental nurses or move into a management role within your dental practice. You could apply for a course to qualify as a dental hygienist or therapist. View full job description