This vacancy is for an Apprentice Dental Nurse based in Leyland.
The successful applicant will have the opportunity to undertake valuable work experience whilst gaining on the job qualifications.
The duties within this role include:
* Assist the dentist/therapist/hygienist during all clinical procedures.
* 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 and extractions.
* 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 computerised systems.
* Reception duties which include answering the telephone, greeting patients, making appointments and recording them correctly on the system.
* Disposing of all waste correctly, including clinical, sharps, specialist, amalgam, and normal domestic.
* Assisting with the preparation of the patient and equipment during the taking of x–rays and processing and storing all images.
Training to be provided
* Level 3 Diploma in Dental Nursing.
* Safeguarding.
* First Aid.
About Lotus Dental Practice
Here at our practice, we provide you with the highest standard of care. We take time to listen and fully understand your specific requirements giving explanations, options and solutions based on mutual respect and trust. We offer a range of treatment, providing both general and cosmetic treatments as well as emergency care.
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