Industrial Hygienist jobs in Yakima, WA

Industrial Hygienist coordinates, plans and conducts programs to educate employees about cleanliness, safety and sanitation in the workplace. Inspects facilities and work areas to prescribes corrective actions to reduce the health risks. Being an Industrial Hygienist provides advice on methods and procedures to reduce occupational health risks. Determines measures to avoid any recurrence of accidents. Additionally, Industrial Hygienist evaluates facilities to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and promotes maintenance of a sanitary working environment. Conducts training in environmental compliance and the handling of hazardous materials. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a supervisor/manager. The Industrial Hygienist contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. To be an Industrial Hygienist typically requires 4 to 7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Hygienist
  • Columbia Basin Health Association
  • Mattawa, WA OTHER
  • Overview

    Responsible for providing dental hygiene care for dental patients.  The Hygienist must be able to perform to all the duties allowed according to pursuant of RCW 18.29.  Functions of dental hygiene, in addition to normal patient care duties expected of a hygienist are under general supervision unless noted.

     

     

    This position can be for a full time hygienist or part time. 

     

    Hygienist salary range: $30-$45 (plus Encounter Incentive Bonus) DOE with ability to go higher for highly experienced candidates.

    Responsibilities

  • Performs preliminary patient evaluations of intra/extra oral exams and record findings.
  • Monitors and records vital signs each visit.
  • Assesses and completes health history every 6 months.
  • Takes study model impressions.
  • Records accurate probing and monitor bi-annually.
  • Places and removes matrixes.
  • Polishes amalgams with high or slow speed hand piece.
  • Packs and carves amalgams that have been prepared, under CLOSE supervision of the Dentist.
  • Places temporary restorations.
  • Replaces temporary crowns.
  • Places composite restorations.
  • Removes overhangs.
  • Applies pit and fissure sealants under CLOSE supervision of the Dentist.
  • Provides deep scaling.
  • Root planning as directed by the supervising Dentist.
  • Utilizes cavitron as needed.
  • Polishes coronally.
  • Provides oral hygiene instruction.
  • Applies fluoride treatments.
  • Provides prevention treatment.
  • Places and removes periodontal dressings.
  • Removes sutures.
  • Performs soft tissue curettage under close supervision of the Dentist.
  • Performs all functions delegable to the dental assistant not addressed in this guideline.
  • Schedules and confirms patients.
  • Reviews medical emergency with staff bi-annually.
  • Assists dental receptionist with recall system.
  • Organizes and participates in community dental health projects.
  • Promotes a positive work culture and upholds clinic policies and procedures, including the WE CARE standards of Behavior.
  • Must uphold confidentiality at all times in regards to CBHA activities, reports, financials, patient health information and other proprietary information specific to CBHA.
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • Qualifications

    Professional and Technical Knowledge:

  • Graduate of an accredited Dental Hygiene School.
  • Ability to effectively treat all forms of periodontal disease.
  • Ability to place permanent alloy, composite, and temporary restorations.
  • Ability to administer anesthetic to their patients when required.
  • License and Certification:

  • Licensed to practice Dental Hygiene in Washington State.
  • Possesses CPR certification or ability to obtain within designated timeframe.
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    Technical Skills:

  • Ability to prepare basic correspondence and simple reports in Microsoft Word.
  • Ability to use Microsoft Excel to create tables and simple displays of information.
  • Ability to use Electronic Medical Records software.
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    General Description of Benefits: 

     

    At CBHA, we offer a comprehensive benefit package for our employee’s. We invest in our staff and providers. Because of this, many members of our leadership team started their careers with us, and through mentorship and experience, have risen through the ranks. Incentive-based programs and educational stipends give you every opportunity to succeed. Below you will find a list of the many benefits provided at CBHA:

     

    Health Insurance: 

    • Medical
    • Dental 
    • Vision 

    Our employees have the option of electing to utilize our in-house Dental and Vision services (dependent on Medical plan enrollment):

     

    • Dental – CBHA In-House Credit

    In-house credit of $1,300 annual maximum for services provided at CBHA dental clinic. $35 copay is waived for preventative services.

     

    • Vision – CBHA In-House Credit

    In house credit includes for one eye exam every plan year. $200 hardware credit for employee and dependents for prescription hardware (glasses, contacts, prescription sunglasses). Employees and dependents also receive one additional hardware credit per year at CBHA’s cost 20% (used for non-prescription sunglasses, contact lenses, or a second pair of prescription glasses). $35 copay is waived for preventative services

     

    Flexible Spending Account

     

    Life Insurance

     

    Accidental Death & Dismemberment Life Insurance Policy

     

    Long Term Disability

     

    Emergency Medical Transport Benefits- Life Flight Network

     

    403 (b) Retirement Plan: 

    Safe Harbor Match: Employees are eligible to receive a Safe Harbor Match of 100% up to 4% of the employee’s total salary. Employee is full vested in Safe Harbor Match from day 1. Contributions are subject to IRS guidelines.

    Non-Elective Contribution- Provided the employee has met enrollment qualifications, employee will also receive 4% employer contribution of employee’s total salary at the end of the Plan Year at the discretion of Board of Directors.

     

    Vacation (Personal Leave): 

     

    Year 1

    40 hours front loaded after six (6) months of employment. Accrue at the rate of .0038per hour paid not to exceed a per pay period accrual of .3076 hours for the rest of year one (1). Vacation buyout paid hours are excluded from accrual

     

    Year 2 

    Accrue at the rate of .0442 per hour paid not to exceed a per pay period accrual of 3.53hours. Vacation buyout paid hours are excluded from accrual.

     

    Year 3

    Accrue at the rate of .5576 per hour paid not to exceed a per pay period accrual of 4.46 hours. Vacation buyout paid hours

     

    All employees receive 8 vacation hours for a Wellness Day on their Anniversary Date each year.

     

    Holidays: 

    The following holidays are observed and paid by CBHA:

     

    New Year’s Day

    Memorial Day

    Independence Day

    Labor Day

    Thanksgiving Day

    Day after Thanksgiving

    Christmas Day

    **Martin Luther King Jr. Day & President’s Day are considered floating holidays and are used at employee’s discretion. 

     

    Educational Reimbursement Program

     

    Employee Assistant Program:

    EAP services are available to solve a wide range of concerns for employees. This program is confidential and covers employees, spouses, domestic partners and children up to 26 years of age.

     

    Contribution to Student Loan/529 College Savings Plans

     

    Other great benefits:

    • On site fitness center available to all employees 
    • Financial wellness classes held quarterly and one-on-one financial sessions with a Financial Advisor.
    • CBHA contribution to a 529 College Savings Plan and/or Student Loan Repayment based on years of service.
    • Holiday luncheons (Cinco de Mayo, 4th of July, other employee appreciation)
    • New employee luncheon with CEO
    • Employee apparel (store stipend/day one shirt, 90 day vest, and 6th month jacket)
    • Free coffee on designated days (new employees/employee appreciation)
    • Service awards
    • Birthday cards/treats
    • Work anniversary recognition
    • All staff events/prizes
    • In-house education (CBHA University)
    • Volunteerism Program (up to three hours added to your vacation bank)
    • Flexible schedules; depending on business needs
    • Shuttles to remote sites
    • Casual Fridays, as designated by the company
    • Company events (hikes, bowling, movie nights, book club, game night, professional sporting events)
  • 22 Days Ago

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Dental Hygienist
  • Columbia Valley Community Health
  • Wenatchee, WA FULL_TIME
  • Columbia Valley Community Health (CVCH) is growing CVCH is a dynamic, progressive community health center with locations in Wenatchee, East Wenatchee, and Chelan. We have an excellent opportunity for ...
  • 2 Days Ago

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Dental Hygienist
  • Mosaic Dental Collective, LLC
  • Yakima, WA FULL_TIME
  • Description **$1,500 Sign on bonus - $500 paid upon hire and $1000 paid after successful completion of 6-month probationary period, must be full time**Dr. Christopher Trammell is seeking a talented an...
  • 12 Days Ago

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Dental Hygienist
  • Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic
  • Dental Clinic, WA FULL_TIME
  • Join our team as a Dental Hygienist at Toppenish Medical-Dental Clinic in Toppenish, WA, and be part of a healthcare organization that believes in making a difference beyond medical care! At Yakima Va...
  • 27 Days Ago

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Dental Hygienist
  • Avanta Dental
  • Yakima, WA FULL_TIME
  • Avanta Dental of Yakima is seeking a highly motivated, energetic dental hygienist to join our team! The ideal candidate must be enthusiastic, goal oriented, great interpersonal qualities, and willing ...
  • 1 Month Ago

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New Equipment Outside Sales Representative
  • Cole Industrial, Inc
  • Yakima, WA FULL_TIME
  • We are seeking a qualified boiler salesperson to join our sales team in Eastern Washington. This job will be based out of our Yakima location but candidates may reside anywhere within our Eastern Wash...
  • 6 Days Ago

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Yakima (/ˈjækɪmɑː/ or /ˈjækɪmə/) is a city in and the county seat of Yakima County, Washington, and the state's eleventh-largest city by population. As of the 2010 census, the city had a total population of 91,067 and a metropolitan population of 243,231. The unincorporated suburban areas of West Valley and Terrace Heights are considered a part of greater Yakima. Yakima is about 60 miles (100 kilometers) southeast of Mount Rainier in Washington. It is situated in the Yakima Valley, a productive agricultural region noted for apple, wine and hop production. As of 2011, the Yakima Valley produc...
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Income Estimation for Industrial Hygienist jobs
$83,095 to $118,893
Yakima, Washington area prices
were up 2.9% from a year ago

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