Dental Hygienist - Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic - Fresh Meadows, NY

Permanent Dental Hygienist Job

Fresh Meadows, NY

Job Description

Job Brief
Dental Hygienist Yakima, WA

Employment duration:

Full time

Exempt Status:

Non-exempt

Offer Relocation?:

No

ID:

14418

Join our team as a Dental Hygienist at Lincoln Ave Medical 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.
Position Highlights:

$45.96-$56.73/hour DOE
$8,000 sign-on bonus with your first paycheck
Additional 4% differential for your bilingual skills
Eligible for loan repayment programs + paid state license fees
Additional CE time off plus annual cash reimbursement
Work Schedule: 4 days a week, working at multiple clinics in the area

What We Offer:

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 celebrates diversity. We are committed to equal-opportunity employment.
Contact us at jobs@yvfwc.org to learn more about this opportunity!

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