Registered Dental Hygienist Part Time Flex

Cedar Wellness Center is a Tribally owned clinic that treats a diverse population of patients, including Native and Non-Native people. We have the opportunity to provide whole person care, while managing patient substance use disorders, primary care, mental health needs, and dental care. We are building a team of dedicated and compassionate individuals. The dental hygienist is a contracted position and will work with the rest of our dental team to help deliver comprehensive dental care.
Cedar Wellness Center brings an innovative model of highly individualized, compassionate care to patients with opioid use disorder. From the moment someone walks through the door of our state-of-the-art outpatient facility, they will encounter our thoughtfulness and intention for a humanizing and respectful experience with us. The comforting and safe setting of our nature-inspired facility and the friendly, professional attitude of our staff help to define our journey with each patient-and with each other-from day one.

Each employee at Cedar Wellness Center creates their own ripple effect in the larger circles of the families and communities that we touch. We are currently seeking a Dental Hygienist to support our clinic in Tacoma, WA. This position, reporting to the Dental Director, is an excellent opportunity for someone excited to make an immediate and lasting impact in a growing company.
This is a part-time, contract position with an irregular and intermittent schedule. Work hours, days, and frequency are flexible and negotiable, starting at one day per month.
Cedar Wellness Center is seeking to hire a Dental Hygienist who loves taking on a challenge and being part of an aligned, committed team. We are looking for a Dental Hygienist who demonstrates patience and compassion since our clinic often sees patients when they are feeling their worst. As a Tribally owned clinic providing whole-person care, it is important that our staff believe in our patients so they can learn to believe in themselves. As a Dental Hygienist, you will provide routine cleanings-including scaling, polishing, and plaque removal-while assessing oral health to report vital findings to the dentist. You will be responsible for taking and developing X-rays, applying preventative treatments such as fluoride and sealants, and educating a diverse population of patients on proper hygiene techniques. Maintaining accurate records is crucial as our program is built on a scientific approach to addiction medicine and this clinic is highly regulated by credentialing agencies. Indian Preference applies. Qualified Indian (American Indian or Alaskan Native) applicants will receive preference in accordance with 25 U.Associate or Bachelor's degree in Dental Hygiene from an accredited program
Valid state license to practice as a Dental HygienistValid state license to practice as a Dental Hygienist
Strong knowledge of dental procedures, tools, and patient care standards
Previous experience in a dental practice or clinic
Familiarity with dental software systems, especially Open Dental
BLS for healthcare providers certification
Perform routine dental cleanings, including scaling, polishing, and plaque removal
Assess patients' oral health and report findings to the dentist
Take and develop dental X-rays as needed
Educate patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and preventative care
Ensure all dental instruments and equipment are properly sterilized
Follow infection control protocols and safety standards
This position is based in an integrated healthcare setting and involves regular interaction with patients and dental, medical, and behavioral health staff. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend, use hands to keyboard or type, handle materials used in performing the essential functions of the classification, and reach with hands and arms. typing and data entry). Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing abilities required by this classification includes those which permit the employee to discern verbal instructions and communicate effectively in person, by telephone. While performing the duties of this classification, the employee works in an office setting where the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. At Cedar Wellness Center, we share a journey-with patients, our coworkers, and the many communities of which we are a part. The cedar tree is flexible in the wind, making it almost impossible to break. We see these elements coming together in Cedar Wellness-a place that honors the strength that it requires for patients to get help and the adaptability and courage it takes to join them on their journey to recovery.

On-the-job training will empower team members, as we believe the excellence of the clinic and the professional development of our staff complement one another.

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