Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic
Dental Assistant - Float
Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic, Toppenish, Washington, United States, 98948
Join our team as a Float Dental Assistant at Toppenish Medical Dental Clinic!
Be part of a healthcare organization that believes in making a difference beyond medical care!
Job Brief Dental Assistant - Float Toppenish, WA Full time Non-exempt No relocation ID 15673
Position Highlights
$21.23-$26.01 DOE with the ability to go higher for highly experienced candidates
$5,000.00 Hiring Bonus Structure: At Hire: $1,500.00; At 180 days: $2,000.00; At 12 months: $1,500.00
Bonus pro-rated based on Full Time Equivalency (FTE)
100% employer-paid health insurance including medical, dental, vision, Rx, and 24/7 telemedicine
Profit sharing & 403(b) retirement plan available
Generous PTO, 8 paid holidays, and much more!
This position will float through the Yakima Clinics as needed.
What You’ll Do
Maintains patient medical records, updating patient medical history and vital signs as needed.
Conducts complete patient X-ray procedure including panoramic and cephalometric radiographs, and intra oral photographs. Develops and stores the X-Rays in the electronic patient’s dental record.
Sets up and records periodontal charting per Provider’s instruction.
Prepares and sets up instruments and equipment necessary for the patient exam performed by the Provider.
Mixes materials needed for the exam with awareness of infection control and cross contamination.
Performs preventative periodontal care on patients including the application of coronal polish, fluoride treatments, and sealants.
Starts and monitors nitrous oxide analgesia as necessary under the direct supervision of the Provider.
Provides education and counsel in oral hygiene for patients in the clinic and Mobile Unit school based programs.
Assists in implementing and monitoring the patient infection control program for the clinic, including ensuring the integrity of sterile packaging, sterilizing instruments/equipment, and cleaning autoclaves and operatories.
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.
Performs clinical responsibilities in alignment with The Joint Commission (TJC), Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), and YVFWC requirements.
Qualifications
High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED).
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 90 days of hire.
Registration as a Surgical Technologist if assisting a Dentist in the operating room.
Registration as a Dental Assistant or EFDA certification.
Dental Assistants who have not received their Dental Assistant registration from the State of Washington will not be allowed to perform the Essential Functions of the job until it is received.
Dental Assistant Registration must be completed within 7 days of hire unless specifically approved by the Clinic Administrator.
Bilingual proficiency communication in English/Spanish required.
Basic knowledge of medical/dental terminology and dental anatomy.
Basic knowledge of dental materials and instruments.
Basic knowledge of infection control techniques.
Basic knowledge of oral health care instruction.
Ability to perform four-handed dental assisting including instrument transfer, oral evacuation, cement mixing, and spatulation.
Strong level of manual dexterity and coordination.
Ability to effectively interact with a variety of patients of all ages, and employees in a professional manner.
Basic proficiency with a variety of computer programs including an Electronic Dental Record (EDR), 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!
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Be part of a healthcare organization that believes in making a difference beyond medical care!
Job Brief Dental Assistant - Float Toppenish, WA Full time Non-exempt No relocation ID 15673
Position Highlights
$21.23-$26.01 DOE with the ability to go higher for highly experienced candidates
$5,000.00 Hiring Bonus Structure: At Hire: $1,500.00; At 180 days: $2,000.00; At 12 months: $1,500.00
Bonus pro-rated based on Full Time Equivalency (FTE)
100% employer-paid health insurance including medical, dental, vision, Rx, and 24/7 telemedicine
Profit sharing & 403(b) retirement plan available
Generous PTO, 8 paid holidays, and much more!
This position will float through the Yakima Clinics as needed.
What You’ll Do
Maintains patient medical records, updating patient medical history and vital signs as needed.
Conducts complete patient X-ray procedure including panoramic and cephalometric radiographs, and intra oral photographs. Develops and stores the X-Rays in the electronic patient’s dental record.
Sets up and records periodontal charting per Provider’s instruction.
Prepares and sets up instruments and equipment necessary for the patient exam performed by the Provider.
Mixes materials needed for the exam with awareness of infection control and cross contamination.
Performs preventative periodontal care on patients including the application of coronal polish, fluoride treatments, and sealants.
Starts and monitors nitrous oxide analgesia as necessary under the direct supervision of the Provider.
Provides education and counsel in oral hygiene for patients in the clinic and Mobile Unit school based programs.
Assists in implementing and monitoring the patient infection control program for the clinic, including ensuring the integrity of sterile packaging, sterilizing instruments/equipment, and cleaning autoclaves and operatories.
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.
Performs clinical responsibilities in alignment with The Joint Commission (TJC), Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), and YVFWC requirements.
Qualifications
High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED).
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 90 days of hire.
Registration as a Surgical Technologist if assisting a Dentist in the operating room.
Registration as a Dental Assistant or EFDA certification.
Dental Assistants who have not received their Dental Assistant registration from the State of Washington will not be allowed to perform the Essential Functions of the job until it is received.
Dental Assistant Registration must be completed within 7 days of hire unless specifically approved by the Clinic Administrator.
Bilingual proficiency communication in English/Spanish required.
Basic knowledge of medical/dental terminology and dental anatomy.
Basic knowledge of dental materials and instruments.
Basic knowledge of infection control techniques.
Basic knowledge of oral health care instruction.
Ability to perform four-handed dental assisting including instrument transfer, oral evacuation, cement mixing, and spatulation.
Strong level of manual dexterity and coordination.
Ability to effectively interact with a variety of patients of all ages, and employees in a professional manner.
Basic proficiency with a variety of computer programs including an Electronic Dental Record (EDR), 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!
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