RDA Dental - Kennewick, WA, United States - Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic

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$4,000 sign-on bonus paid in your first paycheck and another $1,000 paid in 12 months. Additional pay for your bilingual skills and a generous benefit package.
Full time


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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.

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.

These short clips share a glimpse of our dedication to our communities, our health, and our families:
We are seeking a Dental Assistant for our Columbia Basin Pediatric Dentistry in Kennewick, WA.
4,000 sign-on bonus & $1,000 bonus at 12 months of employment
Additional pay for 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
Maintains patient medical records, updating patient medical history and vital signs as needed.
Develops and stores the X-rays in the electronic patient's dental record.
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 applying 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 perform Lead duties by maintaining the daily flow of the department and acting as a liaison between line staff and the direct supervisor.

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.

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

Licenses/Certificates/Registration:
Registration as a Surgical Technologist if assisting a Dentist in the operating room. 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.
Bilingual (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. Basic proficiency with various computer programs, including an Electronic Dental Record (EDR), Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
At Farm Workers Clinic
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