Join our team as a Dental Hygienist at Coastal Family Health Center in Astoria, OR, 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.
What We Offer
$48.60 - $60.13/hour DOE
$10,000 sign-on bonus with your first paycheck
Additional pay for your bilingual skills
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:
Conducts patient X-ray procedures and stores X-rays
Completes periodontal charting, prepares tools for Provider exams
Performs preventative periodontal care and assists with restorations
Administers local anesthesia and nitrous oxide
Provides oral hygiene education and formulates treatment plans
Supports infection control program and provides 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 Oregon Dental Hygiene License with Restorative Function Endorsement.
CPR certification within 90 days of hire
Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred at level 10 for bilingual differential pay
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!
