Dental Assistant
Company: Elica Health Centers
Location: Sacramento
Posted on: February 14, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Description: Our Mission: To
provide quality, affordable health care through the operation of
professional and compassionate health homes for underserved
populations, who are confronted with barriers to accessing care.
About Us: Elica Health Centers is a Federally Qualified Health
Center dedicated to a common goal: provide the best possible
patient care to our growing community! Our passion extends
throughout Elica, from the exceptional healthcare services we
provide to our underserved patients at our Community Health Clinics
and state-of-the-art mobile medicine program, Health on Wheels, to
our Resource Center where we empower patients and members of the
community to connect with resources to help them build healthy and
full lives. Elica’s Dental program includes comprehensive dental
services, dental residency program, mobile dental program, and
school-based dental program. We employ the latest technology to
efficiently and effectively serve our Dental patients. Our state of
the art Dental facilities are equipped with panoramic x-rays and
digital intraoral scanners to take impressions and engage patients
in their oral health care. Our dentists and residents are certified
in the use of the 9.3 micron CO2 hard and soft tissue laser, which
allows us to perform fillings without the need for local
anesthesia. This laser also allows us to provide additional
services to our patients such as gingivectomies and crown
lengthening without needing to refer to specialists. Our electronic
health records system is integrated with our Medical and Integrated
Behavioral Health departments to allow us to work together to
improve the overall health of our community. What You'll Do:
Provide quality care and services to patients by assisting
dentist(s) and other staff in a variety of patient care, office and
laboratory duties. Affect the efficiency and productivity of
patient flow through timely, accurate and professional patient
interactions, taking x-rays, assisting during patient visits.
Compensation: $25.00 - $31.00 an hour - Dependent Upon Experience
Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalent Completion of CA
Dental Practice act course Completion of an 8 Hour Infection
control course Current BLS certified X-Ray (Radiation safety)
certification or successful completion of a radiation safety course
that satisfies the requirements outlined by the Dental Board of
California. Completion of a formal Dental Assisting program
preferred Benefits: Elica is proud to offer an exciting benefits
package to qualifying full-time employees which can support your
health, your family, and help you plan for the future. 403B
retirement savings account with up to 4% employer matching
contribution and 100% immediate vesting. Healthcare: Medical
(Kaiser or Western Health Advantage Options), Dental, Vision -
Individual and family plans available Company funded Health
Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) to help pay for out-of-pocket costs
related to medical coverage FSA Plans: 2 options for Flexible
Spending Accounts - Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA Company
paid basic Life and AD&D Insurance. (supplemental life and
AD&D options available) Optional Critical Illness, Accident, ID
Theft Protection and Pet insurance potions Accrued paid time off
and paid holidays. Employee Assistance Plan with five (5) free
counseling visits, financial services, legal services, and a
plethora of online resources. Tuition Reimbursement program and
CME/CEU program. Learn more about Elica’s services and mission at
our website or check us out on LinkedIn. Additional Requirements
Must have a current and valid California driver’s license and the
ability to provide proof of personal auto insurance on the vehicle
driven during working hours. If selected for an employment
opportunity with Elica Health Centers, external hires must provide
proof of immunizations (Hepatitis B, MMR, Varicella & Tetanus),
tuberculosis clearance, and proof of COVID-19 vaccination status*
prior to their scheduled start date. Please be advised that this
position is subject to criminal background investigation and drug
screen. Physical Requirements and Work Environment The work
environment is characteristic of a medical/dental clinic
environment. The physical demands described here are representative
of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform
the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of
this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to
handle or feel. The employee is also required to stand; walk; and
reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift
and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by
this job include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to
adjust focus. The employee must also possess hearing and speech to
communicate in person and over the phone. The noise level in the
work environment is usually quiet. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions. *Elica Health Centers is a healthcare facility
that adheres to the mandates issued by the California Department of
Public Health including the recent orders regarding the COVID-19
vaccine. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered.
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