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Unity Care NW

Dental Hygienist

Unity Care NW, Bellingham, Washington, us, 98227

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Overview Description

Compensation

Salaried, exempt

New hires can expect to be placed on our starting wage scale of $101,254 to $121,493 per year

It may be possible to earn more over time up to $141,731 per year

Work Schedule:

Full time, M-F

4/10's between 7:30a-6:30p

Who We Are

Unity Care NW is a private, non-profit, federally qualified health center (FQHC) that has been proudly and successfully serving the greater Whatcom County area since 1982. With clinics located in Bellingham & Ferndale, we offer comprehensive primary medical, behavioral health and dental care, as well as pharmacy services to a diverse and often underserved patient population of all ages. Employing more than 300 caring and compassionate employees, our mission is to increase the years of healthy life in the people & communities we serve.

What We Value

Respect

Integrity

Accountability

Collaboration

Innovation

We strive to demonstrate our Values in Action in all that we do. We value each individual on our team and aim to onboard a workforce of the very best talent, whose ambitions and values align with ours.

Job Summary As a Dental Hygienist, you will provide optimum periodontal/hygiene services and oral health education to Unity Care NW patients. You would provide traditional hygiene services such as scaling and root-planing. You may also provide sealants, screenings & radiographs, restorative fills & other services. You would be responsible for the setup and cleanup of dental rooms and charting.

What We Offer

A friendly and collaborative team environment

A competitive compensation package

Loan Repayment Application Opportunities Watch our video to learn more about loan repayment opportunities at UCNW.

Employment at UCNW counts towards eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness – details can be viewed in official materials.

Eligible providers may apply for loan repayment through the NHSC Loan Repayment Program and/or Washington Health Corps (WSAC).

Generous Benefits

Medical, dental, & vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with employer match after 1 year of eligibility

6 paid holidays

Generous paid time off starting at 160 hours accrued in Year 1 of eligibility, gradually increasing to 248 hours per year over 10 years

Other paid leaves for Bereavement, Jury Duty & Bone Marrow/Organ Donation

Life/AD&D insurance

Variety of optional insurances including Supplementary Life/AD&D, Short Term and Long Term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, and Travel as well as Identity Theft Protection

Flexible Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program

Alternative transportation incentives

Healthy Living reimbursement

Unique programs including Medical Hardship Payroll Loans, Employee Referral Bonuses & Will preparation services

Continuing Education

Reimbursement of WA State license renewal fees

Requirements

An Associate of Science or Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene

Two years' previous DH experience

A current Washington State Dental Hygienist License with no actions taken

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (this can be obtained upon hire if not currently certified)

Ability to place and finish restorative materials and sealants

General knowledge of basic dental policies & procedures and oral health issues, especially regarding oral hygiene

General office skills such as computers (Dentrix and Microsoft Office Outlook, Word & Excel), faxes, telephones, and copy machines

Ability to organize and prioritize workload

Ability to maintain an effective and positive professional working relationship with staff and patients at all times

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience in a community or public health setting

Experience working with adults in underserved populations

Candidates with applicable experience or similar qualifications are encouraged to apply!

About Bellingham Live in a community consistently rated one of the most desirable in the USA! Bellingham, a popular university & retirement community of over 91,000 nestled on Bellingham Bay at the foot of the Cascade Mountains. Just a short distance from Seattle, Vancouver BC, and the San Juan Islands, Whatcom County houses several charming small towns. Enjoy all the area has to offer:

Small Town or City Living (Unique Shops, Local Festivals, Farmers Markets, Berry Picking, & Community Events)

Cultural Activities (Theater, Music, Independent Films, Museums, Art Studios, & Diverse Local Restaurants)

Recreational & Outdoor Activities (Hiking, Biking, Skiing, Snow Boarding, Fishing, Sailing, Kayaking, & Camping)

Excellent Schools (University, Community College, Technical School, & Outstanding K-12 Educational Systems)

To Apply Visit our Careers Page at unitycarenw.org and contact Tami Livingston, HR Generalist, at hr@ucnw.org or 360-676-6177. For news on our organization & future job postings, please follow us on LinkedIn.

If you feel this job posting is missing any required compensation or benefit information, please contact HR@ucnw.org. Other questions can be addressed throughout the recruitment process for candidates selected to move forward.

Unity Care NW has an Employee Health Program for the safety of our patients and staff. The program requires all new employees to have up to date vaccines for Covid-19 and influenza. More information about this program is provided throughout the recruitment process.

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