Description
Join our team as a Dental Hygienist at Toppenish Medical-Dental Clinic in Toppenish, WA !
Be part of a healthcare organization that believes in making a difference beyond medical care! We've transformed into a leading community health center in the Pacific Northwest with 40+ clinics across Washington and Oregon. We offer a wide range of services such as medical, dental, pharmacy, orthodontia, nutritional counseling, autism screening, and behavioral health. Our holistic model also extends assistance to shelter, energy, weatherization, HIV and AIDS counseling, home visits, and mobile medical/dental clinics
Explore our short clips, " WE are Yakima - WE are Family " and " YVFWC - And then we grew , " for a glimpse into our dedication to our communities, health, and families.
Yakima County, Washington's fruit basket, is a hub of agricultural abundance, renowned for its hops, apples, grapes, cherries, and asparagus exports. The area hosts a myriad of breweries, wineries, and cider houses, supporting various industries and farm-to-table initiatives. It sustains the livelihoods of migrant workers, warehouse staff, and food transportation sectors. Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic ensures community health through accessible healthcare services and education initiatives.
Position Highlights:
- Work 20 to 40 hours/week, with a flexible work schedule of 10-hour or 8-hour shifts
- $45.96 - $56.73/hour DOE
- Additional pay for your bilingual skills
- Up to $10,000 sign-on bonus based on the number of hours worked - bonus is paid in your first paycheck
- Additional pay for your bilingual skills
- Eligible for loan repayment programs
- Paid state license fees and additional paid time off, plus annual reimbursement for continuing education
YVFWC Benefits:
- Health insurance including medical, dental, vision, Rx, 24/7 telemedicine
- Profit sharing & 403(b) retirement plan available
- Generous PTO, 8 paid holidays, and much more!
What You'll Do:
- Conduct patient X-ray procedures and store X-rays
- Complete periodontal charting and prepare tools for Provider exams
- Perform preventative periodontal care and assist with restorations
- Administer local anesthesia and nitrous oxide
- Provide oral hygiene education and formulate treatment plans
- Support infection control program and provide input for clinic efficiency improvements
- May participate in the development, implementation, and coordination of dental education programs provided inside and outside the organization
Qualifications:
- Graduation from a Dental Hygiene school
- Active WA state Dental Hygiene license or Limited Dental Hygiene License
- CPR certification
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred at a level 10
- Knowledge of standard dental practices and current hygiene concepts.
- Skilled in dental anesthesia and restorative procedures
- Ability to interact professionally with patients and colleagues of all ages
- Effective time management and resource utilization to efficiently complete work within set deadlines
- High level of dexterity and coordination
- Basic proficiency with Electronic Dental Records, Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
Our mission celebrates inclusivity. We are committed to equal-opportunity employment.
Contact us at ...@yvfwc.org to learn more about this opportunity!
Category
[Healthcare - Dental Care] Dental Hygienist