OPT Periodontist Jobs
Periodontist jobs on OPT are available at dental group practices, academic dental centers, and specialty clinics. Most positions require a U.S. periodontology residency certificate and active state dental licensure. STEM OPT extension is not available for this role, so your 12-month OPT window determines your timeline for securing H-1B visa or O-1 visa sponsorship.
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- Location: Shelton, CT, Prospect, CT and New Haven, CT
- Employment Status: Full-Time
- Pay: Production-Based Compensation | Estimated Range: $150,000 - $300,000/year
- Average Hours: 16-29 hours/week
- Benefits Eligible: YES
Overview
We are seeking a dedicated Periodontist to join the team at our Shelton, Prospect and New Haven offices in Connecticut. This is an excellent opportunity for periodontists at all stages of their careers who are looking to grow in a supportive, collaborative, and patient-focused environment.
Our practice is committed to providing high-quality periodontal care while creating a comfortable and welcoming experience for every patient. As a Periodontist, you will have the opportunity to help patients maintain their oral health, treat periodontal conditions, and work alongside a supportive clinical team.
About the Position
As a Periodontist, you will diagnose and treat diseases affecting the gums and supporting structures of the teeth, develop individualized treatment plans, and help patients maintain long-term oral health. You will provide a range of periodontal treatments while collaborating with general dentists and other specialists to support comprehensive patient care.
The ideal candidate is committed to patient-centered care, has strong diagnostic and treatment-planning skills, and is eager to contribute to a collaborative clinical environment.
Periodontists of all experience levels, including recent periodontal residency graduates, are encouraged to apply.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive periodontal examinations and evaluate the health of the gums and supporting structures of the teeth.
- Diagnose periodontal diseases and develop individualized treatment plans.
- Provide nonsurgical periodontal therapy, including scaling and root planing.
- Perform periodontal surgical procedures as clinically indicated.
- Evaluate patients for dental implant placement and provide implant-related surgical care within the scope of training and practice.
- Monitor treatment outcomes and recommend appropriate periodontal maintenance.
- Educate patients on periodontal health, treatment options, and oral hygiene practices.
- Maintain accurate and complete clinical records, including treatment plans and progress notes.
- Collaborate with general dentists and other dental specialists to coordinate patient care.
- Maintain current knowledge of periodontal techniques, technology, and best practices.
- Follow all applicable clinical, safety, and compliance standards.
Requirements
- DMD or DDS from an accredited dental school.
- Completion of an accredited periodontics residency program.
- Current, valid dental license in the applicable state.
- Strong diagnostic and treatment-planning skills.
- Knowledge of periodontal diseases, treatment methods, and clinical protocols.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent chairside manner and patient-management skills.
- Commitment to patient education and high-quality, patient-centered care.
- Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with a clinical team.
Preferred Qualities
- Familiarity with periodontal surgery, dental implant procedures, or regenerative techniques.
- Interest in continued professional growth and development.
- Commitment to patient education and delivering high-quality care.
- Enthusiasm for working collaboratively with a supportive clinical team.
Schedule
This is a Part-Time position.
Available to work:
- Every other Monday in Prospect
- Every Wednesday in Shelton
- Every Friday in New Haven
Specific schedule and days will be discussed during the interview process.
Benefits
Benefits eligibility is based on employment status and applicable plan requirements.
Benefits may include:
- Competitive compensation
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer contribution
- Flexible spending account
- Employer-paid life insurance
- Professional liability insurance reimbursement
- Referral program
- Voluntary benefits
- Professional development and continuing education opportunities
Certain benefits may only be available to full-time employees working 30 or more hours per week.
Why Join Our Team?
We believe periodontists do their best work when they have the clinical resources, support, and collaborative environment they need to succeed. As a Periodontist, you'll have the opportunity to focus on delivering exceptional periodontal care while working alongside a dedicated clinical team.
Whether you're beginning your career after completing your periodontal residency or bringing years of experience to the role, this is an opportunity to build meaningful patient relationships, continue developing professionally, and help patients achieve and maintain healthy smiles.
Apply today to learn more about this opportunity at Archway Dental Partners
Quick Reference
- Location: Shelton, CT, Prospect, CT and New Haven, CT
- Employment Status: Full-Time
- Pay: Production-Based Compensation | Estimated Range: $150,000 - $300,000/year
- Average Hours: 16-29 hours/week
- Benefits Eligible: YES
Overview
We are seeking a dedicated Periodontist to join the team at our Shelton, Prospect and New Haven offices in Connecticut. This is an excellent opportunity for periodontists at all stages of their careers who are looking to grow in a supportive, collaborative, and patient-focused environment.
Our practice is committed to providing high-quality periodontal care while creating a comfortable and welcoming experience for every patient. As a Periodontist, you will have the opportunity to help patients maintain their oral health, treat periodontal conditions, and work alongside a supportive clinical team.
About the Position
As a Periodontist, you will diagnose and treat diseases affecting the gums and supporting structures of the teeth, develop individualized treatment plans, and help patients maintain long-term oral health. You will provide a range of periodontal treatments while collaborating with general dentists and other specialists to support comprehensive patient care.
The ideal candidate is committed to patient-centered care, has strong diagnostic and treatment-planning skills, and is eager to contribute to a collaborative clinical environment.
Periodontists of all experience levels, including recent periodontal residency graduates, are encouraged to apply.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive periodontal examinations and evaluate the health of the gums and supporting structures of the teeth.
- Diagnose periodontal diseases and develop individualized treatment plans.
- Provide nonsurgical periodontal therapy, including scaling and root planing.
- Perform periodontal surgical procedures as clinically indicated.
- Evaluate patients for dental implant placement and provide implant-related surgical care within the scope of training and practice.
- Monitor treatment outcomes and recommend appropriate periodontal maintenance.
- Educate patients on periodontal health, treatment options, and oral hygiene practices.
- Maintain accurate and complete clinical records, including treatment plans and progress notes.
- Collaborate with general dentists and other dental specialists to coordinate patient care.
- Maintain current knowledge of periodontal techniques, technology, and best practices.
- Follow all applicable clinical, safety, and compliance standards.
Requirements
- DMD or DDS from an accredited dental school.
- Completion of an accredited periodontics residency program.
- Current, valid dental license in the applicable state.
- Strong diagnostic and treatment-planning skills.
- Knowledge of periodontal diseases, treatment methods, and clinical protocols.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent chairside manner and patient-management skills.
- Commitment to patient education and high-quality, patient-centered care.
- Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with a clinical team.
Preferred Qualities
- Familiarity with periodontal surgery, dental implant procedures, or regenerative techniques.
- Interest in continued professional growth and development.
- Commitment to patient education and delivering high-quality care.
- Enthusiasm for working collaboratively with a supportive clinical team.
Schedule
This is a Part-Time position.
Available to work:
- Every other Monday in Prospect
- Every Wednesday in Shelton
- Every Friday in New Haven
Specific schedule and days will be discussed during the interview process.
Benefits
Benefits eligibility is based on employment status and applicable plan requirements.
Benefits may include:
- Competitive compensation
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer contribution
- Flexible spending account
- Employer-paid life insurance
- Professional liability insurance reimbursement
- Referral program
- Voluntary benefits
- Professional development and continuing education opportunities
Certain benefits may only be available to full-time employees working 30 or more hours per week.
Why Join Our Team?
We believe periodontists do their best work when they have the clinical resources, support, and collaborative environment they need to succeed. As a Periodontist, you'll have the opportunity to focus on delivering exceptional periodontal care while working alongside a dedicated clinical team.
Whether you're beginning your career after completing your periodontal residency or bringing years of experience to the role, this is an opportunity to build meaningful patient relationships, continue developing professionally, and help patients achieve and maintain healthy smiles.
Apply today to learn more about this opportunity at Archway Dental Partners
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Periodontist
Target employers familiar with dental visa sponsorship
Large dental service organizations and university dental schools have established HR processes for sponsoring specialty dentists. These employers have sponsored international periodontists before and are far less likely to dismiss your application over work authorization concerns.
Clarify your OPT timeline upfront with employers
Periodontics roles involve credentialing delays of two to four months. If your OPT expires before credentialing completes, you cannot legally work. Raise your authorization timeline in early conversations so both sides can plan accordingly and avoid last-minute surprises.
Secure state dental licensure before OPT begins
Many state dental boards require months to process licensure applications. Starting this process during your residency maximizes your usable OPT window. Arriving at a job search without a license eliminates most employer options and compresses an already tight authorization timeline.
Ask about H-1B sponsorship during negotiations, not after
Periodontics qualifies as a specialty occupation under H-1B visa. Confirm the employer's willingness to sponsor before signing any agreement. Practices that have previously hired foreign-trained specialists are the most reliable candidates for sponsorship conversations.
Consider the O-1A visa as a parallel pathway
Board certification, published research, or leadership roles in professional associations like the American Academy of Periodontology can support an O-1A petition. This visa has no annual cap or lottery, making it a strong alternative if H-1B selection does not occur.
Document your clinical training in detail for petitions
H-1B and O-1 petitions for periodontists benefit from thorough documentation of residency training, case volume, surgical competencies, and specialty certifications. Start compiling these records during your residency so nothing is missing when sponsorship discussions begin.
Periodontist OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a periodontist on OPT?
Yes, but two conditions must be met simultaneously: your OPT employment authorization must be active and your state dental license must be current. Periodontics is a licensed profession in every U.S. state, so your employer cannot place you in a clinical role without both. Credentialing at hospitals or surgery centers adds another layer, often taking 60 to 90 days, which must fall within your authorized period.
Is STEM OPT extension available for periodontists?
No. Periodontology is not a STEM-designated field under the Department of Homeland Security's STEM Occupational Classification list, which is tied to specific CIP codes in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Your OPT authorization is limited to 12 months. This makes early sponsorship conversations critical, since you have no automatic extension to use as a buffer while H-1B or other visa processing proceeds.
What visa options exist for periodontists after OPT ends?
The H-1B is the most common path, as periodontics clearly qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring a doctoral-level dental degree and specialty residency. The O-1A is a strong alternative for candidates with board certification, peer-reviewed publications, or recognized contributions to the field. Some university-affiliated positions may also qualify for J-1 visa exchange visitor status through a sponsoring institution. Each pathway has different employer obligations and timelines.
How do I find periodontist jobs that offer OPT sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters jobs by visa sponsorship willingness, saving you the time of screening employers manually. Focus your search on dental group practices with multiple locations, academic dental centers affiliated with universities, and specialty dental networks, as these organizations have the administrative infrastructure to manage work authorization and licensure requirements for international hires.
Does my periodontology residency count as OPT-authorized employment?
Only if you have activated your OPT and your residency position is paid employment directly related to your dental degree. Residency programs are typically authorized under your F-1 student status, not OPT. Once you complete your residency and graduate, your post-completion OPT clock starts. Working in a clinical or faculty role after graduation requires active OPT authorization, and the employment must align with your periodontics degree field.