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Earn extra income and continue building your dental assisting skills, working part time when regular staff is out.
Employment duration : Part time Exempt Status : Non-exempt Offer Relocation? : No ID : 12610
At Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic, we believe you're more than a Dental Assistant, and we are more than a job. We're an FQHC committed to providing patient-centered care to communities.
Compassion is at the core of our approach. We treat patients according to their preferences, regardless of location, origin, or ability to pay.
Our doors are open to all, regardless of their citizenship status.
These short clips share a glimpse of our dedication to our communities, our health, and our families :
What We Offer :
Essential Functions / Responsibilities / Duties
Develops and stores the X-rays in the electronic patient's dental record.
Manages breaks, lunches, sick calls, and overtime. Provides 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 :
Registration as a Dental Assistant or EFDA certification. NOTE : 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.
Prior to this time, a Dental Assistant will be allowed to observe patient care and assist with paperwork and receptionist roles only.
Dental Assistant Registration must be completed within 7 days of hire unless specifically approved by the Clinic Administrator.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities Required or Preferred : Bilingual proficiency communication in English / Spanish preferred.
Demonstrates ability to communicate at level 10 on the ALTA language proficiency scale to receive bilingual differential pay.
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.
About YVFWC
We serve over 197,000 patients across 28 medical clinics, 15 dental clinics, 11 pharmacies, and 49 program sites in two states.
We are Level 3 Certified as a Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH). With integrated services including medical, dental, pharmacy, orthodontia, primary care nutritional counseling, autism screening, and primary care behavioral health, YVFWC's patient-centered model of care offers patients the full spectrum of care and shelter assistance, energy assistance, weatherization, HIV and AIDS counseling and testing, home visits, and four mobile medical / dental clinics.
Working at YVFWC
Working in our organization means being a passionate champion for those who have no voice. It means having the opportunity to work with underserved populations and with peers committed to the same work.
At Farm Workers Clinic
Last updated : 2024-04-27
Full Time
Ambulatory Healthcare Services
$44k-54k (estimate)
04/28/2024
07/25/2024
yvfwc.com
SALEM, OR
1,000 - 3,000
1978
MORGAN WHARTON
$200M - $500M
Ambulatory Healthcare Services
The Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic (YVFWC) is the largest community health center in the Pacific Northwest. We are dedicated to providing our patients with the highest quality care and offering them affordable health care options. YVFWC provides comprehensive medical, dental and social services in 16 Pacific Northwest communities. Our medical and dental services are complemented by behavioral health services, nutrition services, drug and alcohol treatment, an HIV/AIDS clinic, community health services, the Northwest Community Action Center (which provides employment, training, mentoring and... other case management and referral services), and a mobile medical and dental unit. YVFWC has earned The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval. In 2014, YVFWC was fully recognized as a Level 3 Patient Center Medical Home. Our mission celebrates diversity. We are committed to equal opportunity employment. If you need help to or from your appointment, please contact us for assistance.
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