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Expanded Functions Dental Assistant - Looking for More?

Greater Philadelphia Health Action·Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Full TimeOn Site0-2 yrsPosted 1 month ago
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How this role compares

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  • 165 similar openings in the Philadelphia area · median $95,738

About the role

The Expanded Functions Dental Assistant will perform clinical dental procedures including placing fillings, sealants, and providing prophylaxis and fluoride treatments. They are also responsible for chairside assistance, diagnostic digital x-rays, and maintaining infection control standards across various clinic locations.

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

  • We know that many in our healthcare community have been affected by recent workforce changes. At GPHA, we are dedicated to creating opportunities where your compassion and skills continue to make an impact. GPHA was 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 EFDA’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

Expanded Functions Dental Assistant - Looking for More?

  • 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
  • Must be able to place fillings to restore teeth
  • Place sealants
  • Provide supragingival prophylaxis and fluoride treatments

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 Saturday are required.

Must be a high school graduate or equivalent and graduated from an accepted dental assisting school.

One year of dental assisting experience, preferred.

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 who have completed an accepted dental assisting program and possess a current CPR certification. One year of dental assisting experience is preferred, along with proficiency in dental software and clinical procedures.

  • high school
  • professional certificate
  • Multi-tasking
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Impressions
  • Sealants
  • CPR certification
  • Infection control
  • Fluoride treatments
  • Digital x-rays
  • Chairside dentistry
  • Model pouring
  • Filling placement
  • Supragingival prophylaxis

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Posted
Aug 5, 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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Dental assisting demand in Pennsylvania

Dental assisting roles in Pennsylvania are often competitive because practices look for candidates who can support chairside care, scheduling, and patient flow while meeting certification and scheduling requirements. For this role, DANB and CPR certification, Microsoft Office skills, rotating Saturday availability, and willingness to travel between locations can help you stand out; one practical step is to confirm those details and review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here, which are pulled from the original posting to save research time.

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