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    Dental Assistant - Salem, OR, United States - Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic

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    Read on to fully understand what this job requires in terms of skills and experience If you are a good match, make an application.

    $4,000 sign-on bonus paid in your first paycheck and another $2,000 paid in 12 months, additional pay for your bilingual skills and generous benefit package.
    Full time


    Offer Relocation?:

    At Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic, we believe you are more than a Dental Assistant, and we are more than a job.

    We're an FQHC committed to providing patient-centered care to communities.

    We serve more than 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.

    These short clips share a glimpse of our dedication to our communities, our health, and our families:
    We are seeking an Expanded Function Dental Assistant to join our team at our Lancaster Family Health Center in Salem, Oregon
    Known for its rich past, you can explore historic sites like the State Capitol building and deep-rooted neighborhoods. Nature enthusiasts will love the nearby Willamette River, where parks and trails offer opportunities for outdoor adventures. Salem's thriving arts and cultural scene shines through its museums, galleries, and vibrant downtown area.

    Plus, it's at the center of Oregon's renowned wine country, making it a great base for wine tasting in the region.

    Salem is a delightful mix of heritage, green spaces, and creative energy.
    4,000 sign-on bonus & $2,000 bonus at 12 months of employment
    Up to $5,000 in relocation assistance
    Additional pay for your bilingual skills
    100% employer-paid health insurance including medical, dental, vision, Rx, 24/7 telemedicine
    Profit sharing & 403(b) retirement plan available
    Generous PTO, 8 paid holidays, and much more
    Maintain patient medical records, updating patient medical history and vital signs as needed.
    Develop and store the X-rays in patients' electronic dental records.
    Prepare and set up instruments and equipment necessary for the patient exam performed by the Provider.
    Mix materials needed for the exam, with awareness of infection control and cross-contamination.
    Perform preventative periodontal care on patients, including applying coronal polish, fluoride treatments, and sealants.

    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.

    Perform clinical responsibilities in alignment with The Joint Commission (TJC), Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), and YVFWC requirements.


    Professional Licenses/Certificates/Registration:

    EFDA certification within 90 days of employment required, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 90 days of hire, Registration as a Surgical Technologist if assisting a Dentist in the operating room.

    Bilingual (English/Spanish) required. Must demonstrate the ability to communicate at level 10 on the 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. Basic proficiency with a variety of computer programs, including an Electronic Dental Record (EDR), Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
    At Farm Workers Clinic
    We will demonstrate transparency by being candid and truthful no matter the risk.
    We will create partnerships to strengthen ourselves and our community.
    Our mission celebrates diversity


    Job Type:
    Full-time
    43 per hour

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