Dental Hygienist - Part-Time

Job Brief

Dental Hygienist - Part-Time Walla Walla, WA

Employment duration:
Part time
Exempt Status:
Non-exempt
Offer Relocation?:
No
ID:
14957

Join our team as a part-time Dental Hygienist at Family Medical Center in Walla Walla, WA!

This position works 20 hours per week, offering a work-life balance. Clinic hours for hygienists are Tuesday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM, and every other Monday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

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 members.

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.

Visit our website at www.yvfwc.com to learn more about our organization.

Position Highlights:

$48.14-$59.57/hour DOE

$5,000 sign-on bonus with your first paycheck

Additional 10% differential for 10-hour shifts

Additional 4$ differential for your bilingual skills

Medical, dental, vision, Rx, and 24/7 telemedicine health insurance

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

Other tasks as assigned

Qualifications:

Graduation from a Dental Hygiene school

Active WA State 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 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 Statement

“Together we transform our communities through compassionate, individualized care, eliminating barriers to health and well-being.”

Our mission celebrates inclusivity. We are committed to equal-opportunity employment.

Contact us at jobs@yvfwc.org to learn more about this opportunity!