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Join our vibrant team as a Dental Assistant at Unify Community Health!

Be part of a transformative healthcare organization dedicated to making a meaningful impact beyond traditional medical care. We have emerged as a leading community health center in the Pacific Northwest, operating over 40 clinics across Washington and Oregon. We provide a comprehensive range of services including medical, dental, pharmacy, orthodontia, nutritional counseling, autism screening, and behavioral health. Our holistic approach also supports shelter, energy assistance, 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" to see our commitment to community health and well-being.

Why Choose Us?

• Competitive hourly wage of $22.29 - $27.31 based on experience, with opportunities for advancement.
• Generous Signing and Retention Bonus:
  • At Hire: $1,500.00
  • At 180 days (6 months): $2,000.00
  • At 12 months: $1,500.00
• Bonus amounts will be pro-rated based on Full Time Equivalency (FTE).
• Additional 4% differential for bilingual skills.
• Comprehensive health benefits including 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision, Rx, and 24/7 telemedicine access.
• Access to profit sharing and a 403(b) retirement plan.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO), 8 paid holidays, and more!

Your Role:

• Maintain and update patient medical records, perform X-ray procedures including panoramic images and intraoral photos.
• Record periodontal charting and prepare tools for Provider exams.
• Mix exam materials, ensuring infection control protocols are followed, and carry out preventative care like fluoride treatments.
• Monitor nitrous oxide analgesia under Provider supervision (Only in Washington).
• Educate patients on oral hygiene best practices in both clinic and school-based programs.
• Support patient infection control initiatives by sterilizing instruments and equipment.
• Assist in Orthodontics, including patient recordkeeping, bite registrations, and the fabrication of orthodontic retainers.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• BLS certification within 90 days of hire.
• Surgical Technologist Registration if assisting a Dentist in the operating room.
• Dental Assistant Registration or EFDA certification is required.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred, at level 10.
• Understanding of medical/dental terminology, dental anatomy, materials, and infection control practices.
• Ability to perform four-handed dental assisting tasks such as instrument transfer and oral evacuation.
• Strong manual dexterity, coordination, and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse patient population.
• Basic proficiency in Electronic Dental Records (EDR), Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Our Mission Statement

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

We celebrate inclusivity and are committed to equal-opportunity employment.