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

CHAS Health • Spokane, WA

6d • $96,600 - $146,116

About The Position

The Restorative Hygienist improves the overall health of the communities CHAS Health serves by providing oral health care to adults and children. The role performs preventive and restorative dental hygiene services under the supervision of a Dentist and supports dental providers and clinical staff as needed. The position also contributes to provider productivity standards, staff training, continuing education, patient confidentiality, and CHAS Health’s mission and core values.

Requirements

• Graduation from an ADA-accredited dental hygiene program.
• Valid hygienist licensure from the Washington State Department of Health or Idaho Board of Dentistry at the time of hire.
• Ability to secure credentialing through identified agencies, such as Medicaid.
• Valid driver’s license and insurance.
• Excellent customer service and oral and written communication skills.
• Compassion for patients.
• Ability to work well in a team environment and multitask in a fast-paced work environment while anticipating future needs.
• Computer skills.
• Knowledge of surgical and restorative dental assisting.
• BLS (CPR/AED) certification.
• Commitment to supporting a safe and respectful environment.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in a community dental clinic.

Responsibilities

• Perform dental cleanings, scaling, and prophylaxis under the supervision of a Dentist.
• Apply preventive materials to teeth, such as sealants and fluoride.
• Administer local anesthesia.
• Place permanent and provisional restorations.
• Perform x-rays as needed.
• Record evaluations of oral conditions on dental charts.
• Provide oral hygiene instructions, dietary advice, and information about necessary dental care.
• Support dental providers and other clinical staff when not in hygiene appointments, including sterilization.
• Participate in the development and implementation of provider productivity standards.
• Participate in staff meetings and in-service training as directed by the Dental Director.
• Represent CHAS Health at conferences, meetings, and continuing education programs.
• Treat patients with respect and maintain patient confidentiality.
• Perform other assigned duties, including supporting the CHAS Health mission and core values.

Benefits

• Annual milestone bonus of $500 for every year worked, up to $5,000, for eligible employees.
• Employer-offered medical, dental, vision, long-term care, and life insurance.
• 401(k) with up to 6% employer match.
• More than six weeks of annual paid time off for full-time employees.
• Tuition assistance and student loan repayment.
• Up to $7,500 annually for childcare through reimbursement.
• CME and license fee reimbursement.
• $5,000 sign-on bonus paid on the first paycheck.

What This Job Offers

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