Dental Hygienist

Company: Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic
Location: Yakima
Posted on: February 11, 2025

Job Description:

Join our team as a Dental Hygienist at our YV Tech Dental Clinic in Yakima, 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.

Visit our website at www.yvfwc.com to learn more about our organization.

Position Highlights:

• $45.96-$56.73/hour DOE
  
• $10,000 sign-on bonus with your first paycheck
  
• Additional pay for your bilingual skills!
  
• Work Schedule: Monday - Thursday 8:30 am-5:30 pm; Friday 8:00 am-5:00 pm
  
  Benefits:
  
  • Eligible for loan repayment
    
  • Paid state license fees and additional time off plus annual cash reimbursement for continuing education
    
  • 100% employer-paid 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
        
      • CPR certification within 90 days of hire
        
      • Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred at 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 Statement
        
        "Together we transform our communities through compassionate, individualized care, eliminating barriers to health and well-being."
        
        Our mission celebrates diversity. We are committed to equal-opportunity employment.
        
        Contact us at ...@yvfwc.org to learn more about this opportunity! Associated topics: cleaning, condition, evaluations, hygienist, hygienst, mouth, prn, rda, rdh, scaling

Keywords: Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic, Yakima , Dental Hygienist, Healthcare , Yakima, Washington