Job Brief

Dental Hygienist Kennewick, WA

Employment duration:
Full time
Exempt Status:
Non-exempt
Offer Relocation?:
No
ID:
14396

Join our team as a Dental Hygienist at Miramar Health Center in Kennewick, 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:

$48.14-$59.57/hour DOE
$9,000 sign-on bonus with your first paycheck!
Additional 4% differential for your bilingual skills
Eligibility for loan repayment program + Paid state license fees
36 Hours of CE time + additional annual cash reimbursement + annual uniform allowance
Flexible Schedule: Four 9-hour work days; no weekends

YVFWC Benefits:

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!