Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic

Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic is hiring: Dental Assistant - Relief in Kennew

Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic, Kennewick, WA, United States, 99536

Overview

Join our team as a Relief Dental Assistant at Columbia Basin Pediatric Dentistry in Kennewick, WA. Be part of a healthcare organization that believes in making a difference beyond medical care. We are a community health center with 40+ clinics across Washington and Oregon, offering services in medical, dental, pharmacy, orthodontia, nutritional counseling, autism screening, behavioral health, and more.

Job Brief

Dental Assistant - Relief Kennewick, WA

Employment duration: Part time

Exempt Status: Non-exempt

Location: Kennewick, WA

What We Offer

$22.29-$27.31/hour DOE with the ability to go higher for highly experienced candidates

What You’ll Do

Update patient medical records, conduct X-ray procedures, including panoramic images and intraoral photographs
Record periodontal charting and prepare instruments and equipment for Provider exams
Mix exam materials with awareness of infection control, perform preventative care like fluoride treatments
Monitor nitrous oxide analgesia under Provider supervision (Only in Washington)
Educate patients on oral hygiene in clinic and school-based programs
Assist in patient infection control program, sterilize instruments/equipment
May assist in Orthodontics, including obtaining patient records, bite registrations, patient models, fabricating orthodontic retainers, and placing/removing ligature ties
May perform Lead duties by maintaining the daily flow of the department and acting as a liaison between line staff and the direct supervisor. Manage breaks, lunches, sick calls, and overtime. Provide insights to leaders regarding the skill level and performance of the employees. Responsible for providing training to new employees and existing staff when needed.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
BLS certification within 90 days
Surgical Technologist Registration if assisting a Dentist in the operating room
Dental Assistant Registration or EFDA certification
Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred at level 10 for differential pay
Basic knowledge of medical/dental terminology, dental anatomy, dental materials/instruments, infection control techniques, and oral health care instruction
Ability to perform four-handed dental assisting, including instrument transfer, oral evacuation, cement mixing, and spatulation
Strong manual dexterity and coordination. Ability to interact professionally with patients of all ages and employees
Basic proficiency in an Electronic Dental Record (EDR), Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel

Our Mission

“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.

How to Apply

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