What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dental Assistant position at Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic?
Job Brief
Dental AssistantYakima, WA
Employment duration : Full time Exempt Status : Non-exempt Offer Relocation? : No ID : 14516
Join our team as a Dental Assistant at Children’s Village and be part of a healthcare organization that believes in making a difference beyond medical care! At Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic, we value inclusivity, and we are more than just a job – we are a community committed to the well-being of our members.
About Children's Village
As part of Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic, Children's Village is a unique vision that became a reality from key community organizations and dedicated volunteers. With over 30 specialized services provided, families no longer have to travel long distances for pediatric subspecialty care. At Children's Village, we believe in interdisciplinary care and work collaboratively with numerous clinical partners, including :
Speech Therapy
Occupational Therapy
Physical Therapy
Applied Behavioral Analysis
Early Intervention / ESIT
Behavioral Assessment / Treatment Team
About YVFWC
We've transformed into a leading community health center. With 40 clinics across Washington and Oregon, we offer a wide range of services such as medical, dental, pharmacy, orthodontia, nutritional counseling, autism screening, and behavioral health. Our holistic model also extends assistance to shelter, energy, weatherization, HIV and AIDS counseling, home visits, and mobile medical / dental clinics.
Explore our short clips, " are Yakima - WE are Family" and "" for a glimpse into our dedication to our communities, health, and families.
What We Offer
20.81-$25.50 / hour DOE with the ability to go higher for highly experienced candidates
4,000 sign-on bonus & $1,000 bonus at 12 months of employment
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!
What You’ll Do :
Update patient medical records, conduct X-ray procedures, including panoramic images and intraoral photographs
Record periodontal charting and prepare instruments and equipment for Provider exams
Mix exam materials with awareness of infection control, perform preventative care like fluoride treatments
Monitor nitrous oxide analgesia under Provider supervision (Only in Washington)
Educate patients on oral hygiene in clinic and school-based programs
Assist in patient infection control program, sterilize instruments / equipment
May assist in Orthodontics including obtaining patient records, bite registrations, patient models, fabricating orthodontic retainers, and placing / removing ligature ties
May perform Lead duties by maintaining the daily flow of the department and acting as a liaison between line staff and the direct supervisor. Manage breaks, lunches, sick calls, and overtime. Provide 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 :
High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
BLS certification within 90 days
Dental Assistant Registration or EFDA certification
Bilingual (English / Spanish) required at level 10
Basic knowledge of medical / dental terminology, dental anatomy, dental materials / instruments, infection control techniques, and 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 professionally with various patients of all ages and employees
Basic proficiency in an Electronic Dental Record (EDR), Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
Salary : $21 - $26
