Expanded Functions Dental Assistant Caring for Our Community

Company: Greater Philadelphia Health Action
Location: Philadelphia
Posted on: February 14, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description 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: 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. GPHA offers a competitive salary and fringe benefit packages which include medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy. Matching 401K plans, tuition assistance, paid time off (PTO), and employee referral bonuses. Join a network that values dedication, balance, and purpose. Visit us at www.gphainc.org At Greater Philadelphia Health Action, Inc. (GPHA), we respect diversity and promote equity through action, advocacy, and policy through a dedicated team of representatives committed to listening, learning, and enacting systemic change. We create different channels, outlets, and programs to enhance safe spaces within GPHA, creating a shared understanding and language around justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion. 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.

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