Dental Hygienist - Relief - Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic - Olympia, WA

Job Brief
Earn extra income working as needed when regular staff is out. Flexible schedule.

Employment duration:

Part time

Exempt Status:

Non-exempt

Offer Relocation?:

No

ID:

13708

Join our team as an On Call Dental Hygienist at Community Dental Care in Sunnyside, 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.
What We Offer

$43.37-$56.73/hour DOE
Additional pay for your bilingual skills!

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

Minimum Qualifications:

Graduation from a Dental Hygiene school
Active WA state Dental Hygiene license or Limited Dental Hygiene License
CPR certification within 90 days of hire
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 diversity. We are committed to equal-opportunity employment.
Contact us at jobs@yvfwc.org to learn more about this opportunity!

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