Dental Hygienist Job at Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic in Astoria

Join our team as a Dental Hygienist at our new Astoria clinic!

Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic is thrilled to announce the opening of our new clinic in Astoria, OR in December 2025! This new site will significantly enhance the health and well-being of our community by expanding our behavioral health services, including mental health therapy, and introducing new dental and pharmacy service lines, including a convenient drive-through pharmacy.

We’re looking for passionate professionals to join us in making a difference. If you’re dedicated to providing exceptional care and want to be part of a collaborative, patient-centered environment, we’d love to hear from you!

Why Join Us?

At YVFWC, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of those we serve. Our new clinic will expand comprehensive, accessible, and high-quality healthcare services, ensuring that every member of our community receives the care they need. By joining our team, you will be part of a dedicated group of professionals working together to improve health outcomes and make a real difference!

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.

Position Highlights:

• $59.60-$73.75/hour DOE
• $10,000 sign-on bonus with your first paycheck
• Additional pay for your bilingual skills
• 100% employer-paid health insurance for employees including Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx, and 24/7 telemedicine
• Profit sharing plan 401a
• 403b retirement plan
• Generous paid time off
• 8 paid holidays
• Eligibility for loan repayment programs that could increase your income.
• Additional paid time off and annual cash reimbursement for continuing education (CE)
• Paid state license fees, 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

Qualifications:

• Graduation from a Dental Hygiene school
• Active OR State Dental Hygiene license
• Dental Hygiene License with Restorative Function Endorsement
• CPR certification within 90 days of hire
• Knowledge of standard dental practices and current hygiene concepts

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