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Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (Sat. Only) Change Lives


Job Location:

Philadelphia, PA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 7 August 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 4 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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 individuals ability to pay. GPHA is one of the largest Dental providers in Philadelphia and Tri-state area. We are presently seeking EFDAs for Saturdays only.

Locations include:

  • 432 N 6th St Philadelphia PA 19123
  • 1401 S 31st St Philadelphia PA 19146
  • 4500-10 Frankford Ave Philadelphia PA 19124
  • 640 E Snyder Ave Philadelphia PA 19148
  • 5501 Woodland Ave Philadelphia PA 19143

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

Required Experiences and Skills:

  • High School Diploma or Equivalent and graduated from an accepted dental assisting school
  • One year of dental assisting experience preferred
  • X-Ray Certification required
  • EFDA License required
  • CPR Certification required
  • Familiar with Microsoft Word Excel Outlook and PowerPoint

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.

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

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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.


Required Experience:

Junior IC


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