Northwest Human Services is a non-profit leader in providing advocacy, quality healthcare and social services in Marion and Polk counties since 1970. We are a mission focused organization providing compassionate and professional medical, dental, psychiatry, mental health, and wraparound services for those in our community who need it most - uninsured individuals, families, the homeless, and migrant workers. As a Community Health Center we value a culture of equity, diverse perspectives, and life experiences. Our organization embraces innovation, collaboration, and work-life harmony.

Dental Hygienist

We are seeking a highly competent Dental Hygienist with excellent interpersonal communication skills to work at our new dental office with state-of-the-art equipment and furnishing.

Location: West Salem Clinic; 1233 Edgewater Street, Salem OR 97034

Job Status: Full-time, 40 hrs./wk., Monday - Thursday

Sign-Bonus: $3,000 (Internal candidates that are currently employed here at NWHS are not eligible for a sign-on bonus.)

Referral Bonus: $1000 (Referral bonus’ expire at the close of this job posting.)

YOUR ROLE:

As a Dental Hygienist you will provide direct patient care from a Trauma Informed Care perspective which includes cleaning of teeth, root surface, and care of gums.

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

• Provides information and education to patient and family members regarding hygienic practices.
• Confers with dentist on patient care strategies.
• Maintains dental records on all patients in accordance with organizational policy.
• Maintains operatories clean; disinfects operatories prior to each patient.
• Ensures that vacuum lines, unit, chair, light, instruments, and tray setups are thoroughly disinfected and properly sterilized and in accordance with established protocols.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Registered dental hygienist licensed to practice in the State of Oregon
• Ability to work with patients of diverse backgrounds and cultures
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
• Previous experience preferred

SUMMARY OF BENEFITS: Our Agency strives to provide a benefits program that is comprehensive and competitive within our industry.

• Competitive Salary
• Comprehensive Health Plans: Dental and Vision
• Flex Spending Account
• Group Life: Short-Term & Long-Term Disability 100% paid by employer
• 403(b) retirement plan with 3% employer match
• 10 hours of monthly Paid Time Off based on FTE
• 7½ paid holidays each year + 2 paid floating holidays
• Continuing Education Plan
• Employee Healthy Living Program

TO APPLY:

If you are interested in joining a team that makes a difference in the lives of many, apply online at: Employment (northwesthumanservices.org)

For more information, contact the HR/Recruiting Department at: HR@nwhumanservices.org | 503.588.5828

All candidates who receive a written offer of employment will be required to undergo a criminal records check.

Equal Opportunity Employer | We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.