Dental Assistant/Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)
Company: Mendocino Community Health Clinic
Location: Ukiah
Posted on: February 15, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Description: 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 We Offer a Cadillac
Benefits Package : Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Paid Time
off (PTO) and Paid Vacation Life Insurance 401(k) with up to 4%
Employer Match Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Eligible to apply
for Loan Repayment Programs such as AHLRP Tuition Assistance (after
12 months of employment, up to $4,000/year) 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)
Keywords: Mendocino Community Health Clinic, Santa Rosa , Dental Assistant/Registered Dental Assistant (RDA), Healthcare , Ukiah, California
