Dental Assistant

Dental Assistant – Community Health

We are seeking a dedicated Dental Assistant or Registered Dental Assistant to support a community health clinic focused on providing high-quality, accessible dental care to underserved populations. This role plays a key part in supporting dentists and ensuring an efficient, patient-centered environment while promoting oral health education within the community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist dentists during a variety of dental procedures including exams, cleanings, fillings, and extractions
• Prepare and sterilize instruments, equipment, and operatories in accordance with infection control standards
• Obtain and record patient medical and dental histories accurately
• Take dental radiographs (X-rays) as permitted by state regulations
• Provide chairside support, including suctioning, instrument transfer, and patient comfort
• Educate patients on oral hygiene practices, preventive care, and post-treatment instructions
• Support community outreach efforts and promote oral health awareness when needed
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the clinical environment
• Ensure compliance with all safety, sterilization, and regulatory protocols
• Assist with scheduling, patient flow, and other administrative tasks as needed

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Completion of an accredited Dental Assistant program preferred
• Active Dental Assistant certification and/or Radiology (X-ray) license as required by state
• BLS/CPR certification required
• Previous experience in community health, public health, or high-volume dental settings preferred
• Strong understanding of infection control standards and dental procedures
• Experience with electronic dental records systems (e.g., Dentrix, Eaglesoft) preferred

Job Type & Location:

This is a Contract position based out of Tracy, CA.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $23.00 - $24.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type:

This is a fully onsite position in Tracy, CA.

Application Deadline:

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 10, 2026.