Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) or Certified Ohio Dental Assistant

Northeast Ohio Medical University

Northern (KY)

Hybrid

USD 2,892,000 - 3,422,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare Coverage

Retirement

Paid Time Off

Additional Benefits

Job summary

NEOMED’s Bitonte College of Dentistry seeks a Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) or Certified Ohio Dental Assistant to support faculty and students in delivering high-quality patient care in an academic setting.

The role emphasizes chairside assisting, radiography, infection control, and collaboration across departments, with opportunities for on-site training and professional growth; starting pay is $20.99–$24.84 per hour.

Qualifications

High school diploma required.
Radiographic license required by Ohio.
Current BLS/CPR certification.
Minimum 1 year of dental assisting experience.

Responsibilities

Curriculum and Educational Support: assist in evaluating radiology clinic workflows and contribute to curriculum discussions to enhance student learning outcomes.
Clinic Operations and Student Support: assist students and faculty during clinical procedures and manage documentation in the EDR system; handle scheduling and clinic logistics.
Radiography and Imaging: capture and process diagnostic radiographs, maintain operatory rooms per OSHA/CDC guidelines, ensure patient privacy.
Other Duties: perform related tasks as assigned.

Skills

Chairside assisting

Radiography imaging

Infection control

Patient communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Axium

Dentrix

Eaglesoft

Job description

Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) or Certified Ohio Dental Assistant

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

As part of your application, please submit a brief statement of values (less than 250 words) describing how your personal and professional values align with NEOMED’s core values of Integrity, Collaboration, and Excellence. We are seeking individuals who not only bring strong skills and experience, but also demonstrate a commitment to these values in their work performance.

Position Information

Position Title

Position Title Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) or Certified Ohio Dental Assistant

Position Type

Position Type Unclassified

Department

Department College of Dentistry, Office of the Dean

Full or Part Time

Full or Part Time Full Time

Pay Grade

Pay Grade BW7

Position Summary Information

Department Specific Information

Join NEOMED’s New Bitonte College of Dentistry

The Bitonte College of Dentistry at Northeast Ohio Medical University delivers a comprehensive predoctoral dental program grounded in patient-centered care, community engagement, and evidence-based practice. The College is committed to preparing practice-ready oral health professionals while supporting student success and meeting accreditation standards. We are seeking a Registered Dental Assistant ( RDA ) or Certified Ohio Dental Assistant to support dental faculty and students in delivering high-quality patient care while fostering a positive, hands-on learning environment.

At our organization, we are committed to fostering a collaborative and team-oriented environment that is essential to fulfilling our mission. We believe every employee should feel appreciated, valued, and empowered. To maintain a supportive organizational culture, we seek individuals whose values align with our mission and who thrive in a team-based approach. We encourage individuals whose values align with this collaborative approach to patient care to apply.

Starting Pay Rate Range: $20.99 – $24.84, commensurate with experience.

Benefits & Perks

Healthcare Coverage

Competitive 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 coverage options, and Life insurance

Retirement

State retirement plan with 14% employer contribution to help you plan for the future

Paid Time Off

Generous vacation and sick leave, in addition to 11 paid holidays each year

Additional Benefits

Ongoing investment in your professional growth through on-site training and Lean Six Sigma certification

Employee wellness activities and initiatives that support 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 to improve student learning outcomes. Participation in curriculum-related discussions, providing insight into practical radiographic skills and clinic logistics. Working in cross-department collaborations i.e.; work 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, including restorative, oral surgery, endodontics, periodontics, and prosthodontics. Ensure proper documentation and charting using electronic dental record ( EDR ) systems. Maintain inventory and ensure proper storage of dental supplies and materials. Participate in staff development, training sessions, and college-wide clinical initiatives. Support the smooth operation of the clinic by assisting with patient scheduling, intake, and follow-up as needed.

Radiography and Imaging: Capture and process diagnostic digital radiographs in compliance with state laws and institutional guidelines. Prepare and maintain operatory rooms, instruments, and materials in accordance with OSHA and CDC protocols. Demonstrate and reinforce proper clinical techniques and best practices to dental students. Adhere to HIPAA standards and maintain confidentiality in all patient interactions.

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 years 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. The position requires the ability to stand for long periods of time.

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 will allow for exemption of the vaccination requirement for those individuals with valid medical reasons, sincerely held religious beliefs and matters of conscience.

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