Dental Assistant (Full-Time)

Esperanza Health Center; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligible

Job summary

Esperanza Health Center in Philadelphia, PA seeks a full-time Dental Assistant to support dentists and hygienists, prepare operatories, take radiographs, and manage patient records in a compassionate, mission-driven environment.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, bilingual English/Spanish, and CDA preferred with DANB RHS exam; flexible to evening or Saturday shifts; benefits eligible.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of accredited dental assisting program preferred.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish required.
• Certified Dental Assistant preferred; DANB RHS exam required.
• Strong organizational, communication, and patient service skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a mission-driven, diverse team environment.
• Flexibility to cover occasional evening or Saturday shifts.

Responsibilities

• Assist dentists and hygienists with chair-side support and patient care.
• Prepare operatories, sterilize instruments, and maintain inventory.
• Take dental radiographs in accordance with state regulations.
• Provide administrative support such as scanning, patient calls, and chart management.
• Support patient education, engagement, and oral health promotion.
• Offer hope and comfort to patients through compassionate care and, when appropriate, prayer and scripture.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Patient service

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Accredited dental assisting program

Tools

Sterilization instruments

Radiography equipment

Job description

Are you a skilled Dental Assistant looking to make a difference in the lives of patients while working in a supportive, Christ-centered environment? Esperanza Health Center is seeking a full-time Dental Assistant to join our Dental Department.

Esperanza Health Center – Philadelphia, PA

What You’ll Do

• Assist dentists and hygienists with chair-side support and patient care.
• Prepare operatories, sterilize instruments, and maintain inventory.
• Take dental radiographs in accordance with state regulations.
• Provide administrative support such as scanning, patient calls, and chart management.
• Support patient education, engagement, and oral health promotion.
• Offer hope and comfort to patients through compassionate care and, when appropriate, prayer and scripture.

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or GED required; completion of accredited dental assisting program preferred.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish required.
• Certified Dental Assistant preferred; DANB RHS exam required.
• Strong organizational, communication, and patient service skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a mission-driven, diverse team environment.
• Flexibility to cover occasional evening or Saturday shifts.

Why Esperanza?

Esperanza Health Center is a faith-based, Federally Qualified Health Center in Philadelphia committed to providing quality, affordable care to underserved communities. You’ll be part of a team that integrates clinical excellence with compassion, cultural competence, and spiritual support.

Location: Philadelphia, PA (travel to multiple EHC sites may be required).

Status: Full-time, benefits eligible.