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Dental Assistant

Greater Philadelphia Health Action·Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Full Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 1 month ago
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About the role

The Dental Assistant will provide chairside support to dentists and perform clinical tasks such as taking digital x-rays, making impressions, and pouring models. They are also responsible for maintaining infection control standards and adapting to the needs of the dental team.

Are you an energetic, outgoing Dental Assistant and need an exciting employment opportunity? Then look no further we are hiring, and we want you!

  • Founded in 1970 as South Philadelphia Health Action and subsequently incorporated as Greater Philadelphia Health Action, GPHA is a non-profit healthcare organization with a commitment to provide compassionate and affordable healthcare services regardless of an individual’s ability to pay. GPHA is one of the largest Dental providers in Philadelphia and Tri-state area. We are presently seeking full-time Dental Assistant’s. Locations include:
  • 1401 S. 31st St. Phila., PA 19146
  • 432 N. 6th St. Phila., PA 19123
  • 4500 - 4510 Frankford Ave. Phila., PA 19124
  • 5501 Woodland Ave. Phila., PA 19143
  • 1999 W. Hunting Park Ave. Phila., PA 19140
  • 640 Snyder Ave. Phila., PA 19148
  • 800 Washington Ave. Phila., PA 19147

Qualified candidates must be proficient in

  • Chairside dentistry
  • Quality diagnostic digital x-rays
  • Impressions and model pouring
  • Infection control knowledge
  • The ability to adapt and understand the needs of the Dentist

Qualified candidates must be ambitious, positive, talented, and friendly possessing the ability to multi-task. We are looking for individuals that want to grow and develop with the division. Traveling and rotating Saturdays are required.

Must be a high school graduate or equivalent and have one year of dental assisting experience, preferred.

DANB Certification required.

Familiar with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

CPR Certification required.

Must possess the ability to interact with people of diverse cultures and languages effectively to obtain necessary information.

Benefits

Include:

Health and Financial Benefits including Medical, Dental, Life, Vision, Long Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k) with lucrative company contribution and match

Paid Time Off including Vacation, Sick, Personal, Education, and Holidays

Professional Growth and Rewards including Generous bonuses, employee referral bonus, leadership and advancement opportunities, continuing education

Join a network that values dedication, balance, and purpose. Visit us at www.gphainc.org [http://hiring.monster.com/jpw/jobs/jobspreviewpopup.aspx?post=true&source=jcm&folderid=153591350]

GPHA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. GPHA does not and will not discriminate in employment and personnel practices to include hiring, transferring and promotion practices on the basis of race, color, sex, age, handicap, disability, religion, religious creed, ancestry, national origin, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

Requirements

Candidates must be high school graduates with at least one year of dental assisting experience and hold a DANB certification. Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and a valid CPR certification are also required.

  • high school
  • professional certificate
  • Communication
  • Multi-tasking
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Impressions
  • Infection control
  • Cultural competency
  • Digital x-rays
  • Chairside dentistry
  • Model pouring

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Posted
Jun 4, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Greater Philadelphia Health Action

Greater Philadelphia Health Action, Inc. (GPHA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing high-quality medical, dental, behavioral health, pharmacy, and child development services. Through our network of eleven community health centers, school-based health suites, and...

IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size501-1,000 employees
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Market context

Dental assistants are in steady demand

In Pennsylvania, dental assistant roles are commonly competitive because practices look for candidates who can support chairside care, maintain infection-control standards, and complete required radiography training. This posting is especially relevant if you already have the experience pathway listed and can obtain the Dental X-ray Certification within six months. Requirements and benefits on this platform are AI-summarized from the original job description, which can save you time when comparing roles. Before applying, confirm your experience matches the stated education path and be ready to document any prior clinical or dental office work.

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