Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) or Certified Ohio Dental Assistant

Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) or Certified Ohio Dental Assistant Position Title Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) or Certified Ohio Dental Assistant Position Type Unclassified, Full Time, Pay Grade BW7 Department College of Dentistry, Office of the Dean Pay Starting Pay Rate Range: $20.38 – $24.12, commensurate with experience. Benefits & Perks Medical, dental, and vision insurance through Medical Mutual Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA) Short- and long-term disability coverage, long-term care options, and life insurance State retirement plan with 14% employer contribution Generous vacation and sick leave, plus 11 paid holidays each year Ongoing professional growth through on-site training and Lean Six Sigma certification Employee wellness activities and initiatives supporting a healthy work-life balance Summary This role supports dental faculty and students in delivering high‑quality patient care while fostering a positive, hands‑on learning environment. The ideal candidate will be skilled in chairside assisting, radiographic imaging, infection control, and patient communication within an academic dental setting. Principal Functional Responsibilities Curriculum and Educational Support: Responsible for program development support including evaluation and refinement of radiology clinic workflows, participate in curriculum‑related discussions, and collaborate with faculty, administration, sterilization teams, scheduling coordinators and IT to ensure cohesive operations. Clinic Operations and Student Support: Assist dental students and faculty during clinical procedures across general and specialty areas, ensure proper documentation and charting using electronic dental record systems, maintain inventory and storage of supplies, participate in staff development and college‑wide clinical initiatives, and support patient scheduling, intake and follow‑up. Radiography and Imaging: Capture and process diagnostic digital radiographs in compliance with state laws and institutional guidelines, prepare and maintain operatory rooms and instruments in accordance with OSHA and CDC protocols, demonstrate proper clinical techniques to students, and adhere to HIPAA standards and confidentiality. Other Duties: Perform other related duties as assigned. Qualifications High school diploma Valid Radiographic License as required by the State of Ohio Current Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR certification Minimum 1 year of experience in dental assisting Preferred Qualifications Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) or Certified Ohio Dental Assistant Experience in a multi‑operatory, multi‑provider clinic setting Proficiency with dental software systems (e.g., Axium, Dentrix, Eaglesoft) Certification in IV Sedation Physical Requirements Must be able to utilize a phone, computer and other office equipment. Clinical and educational setting with exposure to dental equipment, instruments and standard infection control procedures. Ability to stand for long periods of time. Key Policies NEOMED Campus Safety Guidelines: In an effort to keep our campus community as healthy and safe as possible, NEOMED may require vaccinations as a condition of attendance and employment. This policy allows exemption for those with valid medical reasons, sincerely held religious beliefs and matters of conscience. Northeast Ohio Medical University 4209 SR 44., PO Box 95, Rootstown, Ohio 44272 #J-18808-Ljbffr Northeast Ohio Medical University