Description

Schedule: 3-5 days per week

Temporary Position (Up to 12 Months)

Make a difference in your community — join the MCHC dental team!

At Mendocino Community Health Centers (MCHC), you'll join a team that values Compassion, Integrity, and Service. We offer opportunities for professional growth, a collaborative culture, and the chance to be part of something bigger - improving lives through healthcare.

MCHC is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Dental Assistant/RDA to support our mission of providing compassionate, high-quality care to the people in our community. If you're passionate about dental health, thrive in a team-oriented environment, and are committed to excellence, we want to meet you!

What You'll Do:

• Provide chairside and clinical support during exams and procedures
• Take impressions for models and denture appliances
• Place and remove rubber dams or other isolation devices
• Ensure patient comfort and safety during appointments; communicate observations to the dentist
• Assist in discussing treatment plans with patients and act as a liaison between provider and patient
• Educate patients on proper oral hygiene and care
• Prepare and disinfect treatment rooms in compliance with infection control standards

Apply today to join a team that values your skills and supports your professional growth while making a lasting impact in the lives of others.

Requirements

For Dental Assistant:

• High School Diploma or GED
• CPR Certification
• 8-Hour Infection Control Certificate
• Willing and able to travel to other MCHC sites for trainings, meetings, and/or to cover shifts as needed.

Preferred:

• Experience working in a dental office with Electronic Health Records (EHR)
• Bilingual in English and Spanish (fluent)
• California X-ray License

For Registered Dental Assistant (RDA):

• High School Diploma or GED
• California Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) License
• CPR Certification
• California X-ray License
• Coronal Polish Certificate
• Sealant Certificate
• Willing and able to travel to other MCHC sites for trainings, meetings, and/or to cover shifts as needed.

Preferred:

• Experience working in a dental office with Electronic Health Records (EHR)
• Bilingual in English and Spanish (fluent)