Dental Hygienist
Help our community smile brighter!
Clackamas County's Health Centers Division is looking for an experienced Dental Hygienist to join our Sunnyside Dental Clinic. As part of our integrated healthcare team, you'll play a vital role in improving oral health while collaborating with medical and behavioral health professionals to support whole-person wellness.
Our Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) serves communities throughout Oregon City, Clackamas, Gladstone, and Sandy, providing compassionate, patient-centered care to those who need it most. This is an exciting opportunity to practice at the top of your license, build meaningful relationships with patients, and be part of a mission-driven team dedicated to improving access to care and advancing whole-person health. If you're passionate about prevention, education, and making a difference in your community, we'd love to hear from you.
Required Minimum Qualifications/Transferrable Skills:
- Current Oregon Dental Hygiene license in good standing and issued by the Oregon Board of Dentistry.
- Nitrous Oxide endorsement is required at the time of hire or within 6 months of hire.
- Current CPR/Basic Life Support (BLS) for healthcare workers certification.
Preferred Qualifications/Transferrable Skills:
- Experience working in a community health center or an FQHC setting.
- Working knowledge and experience using Epic Wisdom.
- Experience with Oregon Health Plan (OHP) billing requirements and covered services.
Pre-Employment Requirements:
- Must pass post-offer, pre-employment drug test.
- Must pass a criminal history check which may include national or state fingerprint records check.
- Driving is required for County business on a regular basis or to accomplish work. Incumbents must possess a valid driver's license, and possess and maintain an acceptable driving record throughout the course of employment.
*For Veterans qualified for Veteran's Preference: If you believe you have skills that would transfer well to this position and/or special qualifications that relate to this position, please list those skills and/or qualifications in the open-ended question at the end of the application and explain how those skills and/or qualifications relate to this position.