Hygienist ($5,000 Sign-On Bonus Paid On Your First Paycheck!)

CHAS Health • Clarkston, WA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Improve the overall health of the communities we serve by providing oral health care to adults and children. CHAS Health is expanding operations and is looking for talented and dedicated individuals to help make a difference in patient lives. The organization believes that all people have the right to high-quality health care and aims to remove barriers to care by providing high-quality, evidence-based care in convenient neighborhood locations. Everyone is treated with dignity and respect.

Requirements

• Graduation from an ADA-accredited dental hygiene program required.
• Valid hygienist licensure from Washington State Department of Health or Idaho Board of Dentistry required at time of hire.
• Must be able to secure credentialing through identified agencies (Medicaid, etc.)
• Valid driver’s license and insurance required.
• Excellent customer service, oral and written communications skills required.
• Compassion for patients required.
• Must be able to work well in team environment.
• Ability to multi-task in fast-paced work environment, with ability to anticipate future needs.
• Computer skills required.
• Knowledge in surgical and restorative dental assisting required.
• BLS (CPR/AED) required.
• Commitment to supporting a safe and respectful environment is required.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in a community dental clinic preferred.
• Idaho clinics: Must have or be eligible to obtain an extended access dental hygiene restorative endorsement through the Idaho Board of Dentistry within 1 year of hire.
• Wahington Limited Licensure: Must have valid hygienist unlimited licensure from Washington State Department of Health within 1 year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs dental cleanings, scalings, and prophylaxis, as indicated under supervision of a Dentist.
• Applies preventive materials to the teeth (e.g., sealants and fluoride).
• Administers local anesthesia.
• Places permanent and provisional restorations.
• Performs x-rays, as needed.
• Records evaluations of oral condition on dental charts.
• Gives oral hygiene instructions, dietary advice and provides information about necessary dental care.
• Supports dental providers and other clinical staff when not in hygiene appointment, including sterilization.
• Participates in the development and implementation of provider productivity standards.
• Participates in staff meetings and in-service training as directed by Dental Director.
• Represents CHAS Health at conferences, meetings, and continuing education programs.
• Treats patients with highest respect in all functions of job and maintains patient confidentiality.
• Performs other duties assigned, including supporting the CHAS Health Mission and Core Values.

Benefits

• Annual milestone bonus for all eligible employees! $500 for every year worked, up to $5,000.
• Robust health coverage with employer-offered medical, dental, vision, long-term care, and life insurance.
• 401(k) with up to 6% employer match for a retirement plan that invests in your future.
• More than six (6) weeks of paid time off (PTO) annually for full-time employees.
• Tuition assistance and student loan repayment —let CHAS Health pay for your education!
• Up to $7,500 for childcare annually through reimbursement.
• CME and license fee reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree