Dental Hygienist

Overview

Join our team as a Dental Hygienist at Yakima Medical-Dental Clinic in Yakima, 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.

Job Brief

Dental Hygienist – Yakima, WA

Employment duration:
Full time

Exempt Status:
Non-exempt

Offer Relocation?:
No

Explore our short clips, “are Yakima – WE are Family” and other resources, for a glimpse into our dedication to our communities, health, and families.

Visit our website to learn more about our organization.

• $46.77-$57.87 per hour DOE
• $10,000 Hiring Bonus Structure:
• At Hire: $3,000.00
• At 180 days (6 months): $4,000.00
• At 12 months: $3,000.00
• Bonus will be pro-rated based on Full Time Equivalency (FTE)
• Additional pay for your bilingual skills

• 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

• Maintain patient medical records, update patient medical history and vital signs as needed
• 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
• Perform clinical responsibilities in alignment with TJC, HRSA, and org requirements
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Graduation from a Dental Hygiene school
• Active WA State Dental Hygiene license
• WA:
  Dental Hygiene License or Limited 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

“Together we transform our communities through compassionate, individualized care, eliminating barriers to health and well-being.”

Our mission celebrates inclusivity. We are committed to equal-opportunity employment.