Part Time Dental Hygienist-Health

Join our team as a Part Time Dental Hygienist at Yakima Medical-Dental Clinic in Yakima, WA!Dental Hygienists at Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic are vital members of the care team, delivering patient - centered preventative care while practicing at the top of their licensure. In addition to providing high - quality clinical services and patient education, hygienists collaborate closely with dental providers and clinic leadership to support efficient clinic operations, promote long - term oral health, and advance YVFWC's mission of improving access to care for underserved communities. 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. We invite you to 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: EMR system is EPIC

$Additional pay for your bilingual skills, paid on hours worked What You'll Do: Maintains patient medical records, updating patient medical history and vital signs as needed

Prepares tools and equipment necessary for the Provider and assists Provider with the exams as necessary

Performs preventative periodontal care on patients including scaling, prophylaxis, root planing, and the application of preventative agents and sealants

Performs expanded functions including placing and carving amalgam and composite restorations, application of cavity liners, and placement/removal of temporary crowns

Administers local anesthesia and nitrous oxide analgesia as necessary

Provides education and counsel for patients in oral hygiene. Formulates dental hygiene treatment plans for patients, consulting the provider as needed

Participates in the clinic's infection control program, including sterilization of instruments and cleaning of operatories as needed. Provides input to the Dental Leadership team to assist in the development of goals and methods to increase efficiency of the Dental Clinic as needed

May participate in the development, implementation, and coordination of dental education programs provided inside and outside the organization

Performs clinical responsibilities in alignment with The Joint Commission (TJC), Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), and YVFWC requirements

Performs other duties as assigned Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited Dental Hygiene program

Active Dental Hygiene license for the state of practice

Active Dental Hygiene License or Limited Dental Hygiene License

Bilingual English/Spanish preferred at a level 10

This position is eligible for Bilingual Differential Compensation when an ALTA score of 10 is achieved

Knowledge of standard dental practices and current hygiene concepts

Knowledge of and skilled in the delivery of dental anesthetic

Knowledge of and skilled in placing restorations

Basic computer proficiency (Electronic Dental Records, Outlook, Word, Excel) Why Join YVFWC?At YVFWC, you'll be part of a collaborative, supportive care team dedicated to improving health outcomes in the communities we serve. We offer meaningful work, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a lasting impact through accessible, quality dental care Our Mission Statement"Together we transform our communities through compassionate, individualized care, eliminating barriers to health and well-being." Visit our website at to learn more about our organization! Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic