Dental Hygienist - Relief in Portland, Oregon at Rosewood Family Health Center

Join our team as a Relief Dental Hygienist at Rosewood Family Health Center in Portland, OR!

Be part of a healthcare organization that believes in making a difference beyond medical care! We've transformed into a leading community health center in the Pacific Northwest 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, "WE are Yakima - WE are Family" and "YVFWC - And then we grew," for a glimpse into our dedication to our communities, health, and families.

Visit our website at www.yvfwc.com to learn more about our organization.

Position Highlights:

• $53.78-$66.55/hour DOE

• Additional pay for bilingual skills, paid on hours worked

What You’ll Do:

• Conduct patient X-ray procedures and store X-rays

• Complete periodontal charting and prepare tools for Provider exams

• Perform preventative periodontal care and assist with restorations

• Administer local anesthesia and nitrous oxide

• Provide oral hygiene education and formulate treatment plans

• Support infection control program and provide input for clinic efficiency improvements

• May participate in the development, implementation, and coordination of dental education programs provided inside and outside the organization

Qualifications:

• Graduation from a Dental Hygiene school

• Active OR State Dental Hygiene License with Restorative Function Endorsement.

• CPR certification within 90 days of hire

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred at level 10

• Knowledge of standard dental practices and current hygiene concepts

• Skilled in dental anesthesia and restorative procedures

• Ability to interact professionally with patients and colleagues of all ages

• Effective time management and resource utilization to efficiently complete work within set deadlines

• High level of dexterity and coordination

• Basic proficiency with Electronic Dental Records, Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel

Our Mission Statement

“Together we transform our communities through compassionate, individualized care, eliminating barriers to health and well-being.”

Our mission celebrates inclusivity. We are committed to equal-opportunity employment.