Part Time Dental Hygienist-Health

Part Time Dental Hygienist
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.
EMR system is EPIC
~$Additional pay for your bilingual skills, paid on hours worked

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
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)
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.
Together we transform our communities through compassionate, individualized care, eliminating barriers to health and well-being."
Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic