Dental Hygienist - 20-40 Hours/week, Sign-on Bonus

Company: Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic
Location: Zillah
Posted on: November 4, 2024

Job Description:

Join our team as a Dental Hygienist at Toppenish Medical-Dental Clinic in Toppenish, WA, and be part of a healthcare organization that believes in making a difference beyond medical care! At Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic, we value inclusivity, and we are more than just a job - we are a community committed to the well-being of our migrant farmworkers.

We've transformed into a leading community health center. 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 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!
    As a Dental Hygienist, your tasks will include:
    
    • Updating patient records, conducting X-ray procedures, charting, and preparing exam tools
    • Providing periodontal care and preventive treatment, performing dental restorative procedures, performing expanded functions, and administering anesthesia
    • Educating patients on oral hygiene, assisting in infection control, and participating in dental education program development along with other assigned tasks
      Qualifications:
      
      • Graduation from a Dental Hygiene school
      • Active WA state Dental Hygiene license
      • CPR certification
      • Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred (level 10 to receive bilingual differential pay)
      • 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 diversity. We are committed to equal-opportunity employment.
        
        Contact us at...@yvfwc.orgto learn more about this opportunity!

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