Job detail
Volunteer, Student Extern, Dental Assistant
Family Health Centers of San Diego
FULL_TIME
Posted 2/24/2026
Location
San Diego, California
Core responsibilities
The dental assistant extern provides support to the dental department while gaining knowledge of community health care. Responsibilities include performing volunteer duties as assigned under direct supervision.
Requirements summary
Candidates should have an interest in fhcsd's mission and be enrolled in an accredited dental assistant certification program. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred, along with the ability to work effectively with diverse patient groups.
high schoolTeamworkInterpersonal SkillsCustomer ServiceConfidentialityIndependenceCultural SensitivityDiversity RespectCommunity Health Care Knowledge