Coastal Family Health Center - New Site
Dental Assistant Trainee
Coastal Family Health Center - New Site, Astoria, Oregon, United States, 97103
Position Title:
Dental Assistant Trainee
City:
Astoria
State/Territory:
US-OR
Employment Duration:
Full time
Offer Relocation:
Yes
Excempt Status:
Non-exempt
ID:
16157
Are you ready to launch your dental career? Join YVFWC as a Dental Assistant Trainee and gain hands‑on experience while completing our Dental Assisting Training Program. This is your opportunity to learn, grow, and make a difference in the lives of underserved communities!
Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic is thrilled to announce the opening of our new clinic in Astoria, OR in January 2026! 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.
Be part of a healthcare organization that believes in making a difference beyond medical care! We've become a leading community health center in the Pacific Northwest, with 40+ clinics across Washington and Oregon. We offer a wide range of services, including medical, dental, pharmacy, orthodontics, 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.
Why YVFWC?
Paid training program with career advancement opportunities: $19.58 per hour
Certification Support We'll help you prepare for:
Infection Control Exam (ICE)
Radiology Certification
Oregon EFDA Exam
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!
Community Impact Be part of improving access to dental care for underserved families in Astoria and the surrounding areas
What You'll Learn:
Set up and record periodontal charting per Provider's instructions
Maintain patient dental records, updating patient medical history and vital signs as needed
Prepare and set up the instruments and equipment necessary for the patient's treatment
Provide education and counseling on oral hygiene to patients in the clinic
Assist 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
Once Certified:
Perform complete x‑ray procedures (panoramic, cephalometric, intraoral)
Upload images to electronic dental records
Take on additional clinical responsibilities
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED
BLS certification required within 60 days of hire
Dental Radiology certification required within 90 days of hire
Infection Control Exam (ICE) must be taken and passed within 90 days of hire
EFDA certification within 18 months of hire
Ready to start your dental career? Apply today and become part of a team that cares for both patients and your professional growth!
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.
Visit our website at www.yvfwc.com to learn more about our organization.
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Dental Assistant Trainee
City:
Astoria
State/Territory:
US-OR
Employment Duration:
Full time
Offer Relocation:
Yes
Excempt Status:
Non-exempt
ID:
16157
Are you ready to launch your dental career? Join YVFWC as a Dental Assistant Trainee and gain hands‑on experience while completing our Dental Assisting Training Program. This is your opportunity to learn, grow, and make a difference in the lives of underserved communities!
Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic is thrilled to announce the opening of our new clinic in Astoria, OR in January 2026! 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.
Be part of a healthcare organization that believes in making a difference beyond medical care! We've become a leading community health center in the Pacific Northwest, with 40+ clinics across Washington and Oregon. We offer a wide range of services, including medical, dental, pharmacy, orthodontics, 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.
Why YVFWC?
Paid training program with career advancement opportunities: $19.58 per hour
Certification Support We'll help you prepare for:
Infection Control Exam (ICE)
Radiology Certification
Oregon EFDA Exam
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!
Community Impact Be part of improving access to dental care for underserved families in Astoria and the surrounding areas
What You'll Learn:
Set up and record periodontal charting per Provider's instructions
Maintain patient dental records, updating patient medical history and vital signs as needed
Prepare and set up the instruments and equipment necessary for the patient's treatment
Provide education and counseling on oral hygiene to patients in the clinic
Assist 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
Once Certified:
Perform complete x‑ray procedures (panoramic, cephalometric, intraoral)
Upload images to electronic dental records
Take on additional clinical responsibilities
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED
BLS certification required within 60 days of hire
Dental Radiology certification required within 90 days of hire
Infection Control Exam (ICE) must be taken and passed within 90 days of hire
EFDA certification within 18 months of hire
Ready to start your dental career? Apply today and become part of a team that cares for both patients and your professional growth!
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.
Visit our website at www.yvfwc.com to learn more about our organization.
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#J-18808-Ljbffr