Dental Hygienist

Description

Join our team as a Dental Hygienist at Yakima Medical‑Dental Clinic in Yakima, WA! We’re a community health center with 40+ clinics across Washington and Oregon, offering medical, dental, pharmacy, orthodontia, nutrition counseling, autism screening, and behavioral health services.

Explore our short clips WE are Yakima – WE are Family and YVFWC – And then we grew for a glimpse into our dedication to community health. Visit our website  to learn more.

• Position Title:
  
  Dental Hygienist
• City:
  Yakima
• State/Territory: US-WA
• Employment Duration:
  Full time
• Offer Relocation:
  No
• Exempt Status:
  Non-exempt

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

• Eligible for loan repayment
• Paid state license fees, additional time off, and annual cash reimbursement for continuing education
• 100% employer‑paid health insurance (medical, dental, vision, Rx, 24/7 telemedicine)
• Profit sharing & 403(b) retirement plan available
• Generous PTO, 8 paid holidays, and more

• Maintain patient medical records, update medical history and vital signs.
• 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 contribute to clinic efficiency improvements.
• Participate in developing, implementing, and coordinating dental education programs inside and outside the organization.
• Perform clinical responsibilities in alignment with TJC, HRSA, and organizational 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.
• High level of dexterity.