What are the responsibilities and job description for the Extended Function Dental Assistant Caring for Our Community position at Greater Philadelphia Health Action?
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!
Under New Management! 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.
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.
