Prosthodontist Jobs for OPT Students
Prosthodontist roles qualify as specialty occupations under OPT work authorization, meaning your degree in prosthodontics must directly relate to the position. Most openings are at dental group practices, academic dental centers, and VA facilities. STEM OPT extension does not apply to this field, so your 12-month OPT window and H-1B timing matter from day one.
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Company: Bedi Dental Group
Location: 106 High Point Circle, Suite 100 Colchester, VT 05446
Compensation
- Compensation: $300000 - $400000.
Our doctors receive 40% of their respective collections, while the office pays 60% of lab fees from your preferred lab. Guaranteed daily rate for the first 90 days.
Benefits Package:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
- Short and Long-term disability.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Paid time off (PTO) and Holidays.
- A Path to Partnership.
About the Role
Bedi Dental Group is seeking a highly-skilled and motivated Prosthodontist to join our established practice. This is a unique position in which the right doctor will receive autonomy and encouragement to provide exceptional comprehensive care in a multi-specialty, patient-focused environment. Our ideal candidates are experienced doctors who prefer to practice in high-end, mostly fee-for-service offices. We prefer doctors who are excellent communicators and can build strong relationships with both patients and co-workers. Here are a few ways that Bedi Dental supports its great team of doctors:
Key Responsibilities
- Evaluate the dental condition and needs of patients.
- Design, fabricate, and fit dental prostheses, including dentures, crowns, and bridges.
- Perform dental implant surgeries and related procedures.
- Collaborate with dental technicians to ensure the proper creation of prosthetic devices.
- Conduct diagnostic tests and develop comprehensive treatment plans.
- Perform adjustments, repairs, and maintenance of dental prostheses.
- Educate patients on proper oral hygiene and care of prosthetic devices.
- Maintain precise and detailed patient records.
- Stay updated with the latest advancements and technologies in prosthodontics.
- Provide postoperative care and follow-up to monitor success of treatments.
Qualifications
- Board certification in prosthodontics.
- Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree w/Pros residency.
- Specialized training in prosthodontics from an accredited program.
- A minimum of 2 years, out of University experience in a clinical setting.
- State licensure to practice dentistry.
- Ability to develop and navigate complex treatment plans.
- Knowledge of the latest research in prosthodontal therapies.
- Excellent organizational skills in a fast-paced, multi-personnel office setting.
- Leading with compassion and a commitment to the full patient care experience.
The Bedi Dental Group Experience
We're a family of 8 offices in the Greater Boston area, with an additional office in Colchester, Vermont. Our mission is to help patients live healthier, happier lives by leading with compassion, providing proactive patient care, and working with the integrity of our providers. We believe it's possible for dentists to spend the time needed to treat every patient in a comprehensive manner. This approach is not only more profitable and fulfilling for the dentist and their teams, but also more beneficial for the entirety of the Bedi Dental patient care experience.
- Exceptional Success: Our office has established itself as a leader in the field, providing exceptional dental care and transforming smiles.
- Equity Partnership: We believe in recognizing and rewarding talent. As a Dental Associate, you will have the opportunity to embark on a journey towards equity partnership.
- Collaborative Environment: We foster a collaborative and supportive environment where teamwork is at the heart of everything we do.
- State-of-the-Art Facility: Our office is equipped with the latest technologies and advanced dental equipment, enabling us to provide cutting-edge treatments and exceptional patient experiences.
- Diverse Patient Base: Our practice attracts a diverse range of patients from complex implant cases to cosmetic and reconstructive treatments.
- Work-Life Balance: We understand the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Our practice prioritizes flexibility and offers competitive compensation packages.
- Sponsorship: Bedi Dental can provide immigration sponsorship for the ideal candidate.
PROSTHODONTIST
Company: Bedi Dental Group
Location: 106 High Point Circle, Suite 100 Colchester, VT 05446
Compensation
- Compensation: $300000 - $400000.
Our doctors receive 40% of their respective collections, while the office pays 60% of lab fees from your preferred lab. Guaranteed daily rate for the first 90 days.
Benefits Package:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
- Short and Long-term disability.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Paid time off (PTO) and Holidays.
- A Path to Partnership.
About the Role
Bedi Dental Group is seeking a highly-skilled and motivated Prosthodontist to join our established practice. This is a unique position in which the right doctor will receive autonomy and encouragement to provide exceptional comprehensive care in a multi-specialty, patient-focused environment. Our ideal candidates are experienced doctors who prefer to practice in high-end, mostly fee-for-service offices. We prefer doctors who are excellent communicators and can build strong relationships with both patients and co-workers. Here are a few ways that Bedi Dental supports its great team of doctors:
Key Responsibilities
- Evaluate the dental condition and needs of patients.
- Design, fabricate, and fit dental prostheses, including dentures, crowns, and bridges.
- Perform dental implant surgeries and related procedures.
- Collaborate with dental technicians to ensure the proper creation of prosthetic devices.
- Conduct diagnostic tests and develop comprehensive treatment plans.
- Perform adjustments, repairs, and maintenance of dental prostheses.
- Educate patients on proper oral hygiene and care of prosthetic devices.
- Maintain precise and detailed patient records.
- Stay updated with the latest advancements and technologies in prosthodontics.
- Provide postoperative care and follow-up to monitor success of treatments.
Qualifications
- Board certification in prosthodontics.
- Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree w/Pros residency.
- Specialized training in prosthodontics from an accredited program.
- A minimum of 2 years, out of University experience in a clinical setting.
- State licensure to practice dentistry.
- Ability to develop and navigate complex treatment plans.
- Knowledge of the latest research in prosthodontal therapies.
- Excellent organizational skills in a fast-paced, multi-personnel office setting.
- Leading with compassion and a commitment to the full patient care experience.
The Bedi Dental Group Experience
We're a family of 8 offices in the Greater Boston area, with an additional office in Colchester, Vermont. Our mission is to help patients live healthier, happier lives by leading with compassion, providing proactive patient care, and working with the integrity of our providers. We believe it's possible for dentists to spend the time needed to treat every patient in a comprehensive manner. This approach is not only more profitable and fulfilling for the dentist and their teams, but also more beneficial for the entirety of the Bedi Dental patient care experience.
- Exceptional Success: Our office has established itself as a leader in the field, providing exceptional dental care and transforming smiles.
- Equity Partnership: We believe in recognizing and rewarding talent. As a Dental Associate, you will have the opportunity to embark on a journey towards equity partnership.
- Collaborative Environment: We foster a collaborative and supportive environment where teamwork is at the heart of everything we do.
- State-of-the-Art Facility: Our office is equipped with the latest technologies and advanced dental equipment, enabling us to provide cutting-edge treatments and exceptional patient experiences.
- Diverse Patient Base: Our practice attracts a diverse range of patients from complex implant cases to cosmetic and reconstructive treatments.
- Work-Life Balance: We understand the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Our practice prioritizes flexibility and offers competitive compensation packages.
- Sponsorship: Bedi Dental can provide immigration sponsorship for the ideal candidate.
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Verify your dental credentials before applying
Your prosthodontics specialty certificate and DDS or DMD must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency before most employers will advance your application. State dental board requirements vary, so confirm licensure eligibility in your target state early.
Target academic dental centers specifically
University-affiliated dental schools and teaching hospitals file H-1B petitions regularly for prosthodontists and often qualify as cap-exempt employers, bypassing the lottery entirely. Search faculty clinician and attending roles alongside private practice openings.
Use OFLC Wage Search to negotiate confidently
Look up the prevailing wage for prosthodontists in your target metro before your offer conversation. Employers must certify they meet the DOL wage level on your LCA, so knowing Level II and Level III rates prevents you from accepting below-threshold offers.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting any offer
STEM OPT does not apply to prosthodontics, so your employer doesn't need E-Verify for your initial OPT. If they later file an H-1B for you, E-Verify enrollment becomes a factor in USCIS adjudication, so ask your prospective employer about it upfront.
Start your H-1B process no later than December
USCIS opens H-1B registration in March, and your OPT must be active when the petition is filed. If your OPT starts in July after residency, you have roughly one filing cycle before your authorization lapses, so align your job search timeline accordingly.
Use Migrate Mate to track employer filing history
Migrate Mate surfaces which dental groups and health systems have sponsored prosthodontists before, so you focus your applications on employers with a demonstrated willingness to file. This filters out practices that have never navigated the H-1B process.
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Find Prosthodontist JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does a prosthodontist role qualify as a specialty occupation for OPT?
Yes. Prosthodontics requires a specialty certificate beyond a DDS or DMD, and the position directly requires that advanced degree, which satisfies USCIS's specialty occupation definition. Your OPT authorization covers clinical prosthodontist roles as long as the job is directly related to your prosthodontics training, not general dentistry outside your specialty.
Can I work as a prosthodontist on OPT while waiting for state dental board licensure?
This depends on the state. Some states permit supervised clinical work under a temporary or training permit while your full license is pending, which can satisfy OPT employment requirements. Others require full licensure before any patient contact. Check the specific dental board rules in your target state before committing to a start date with an employer.
Does STEM OPT extension apply to prosthodontist positions?
No. Prosthodontics is classified under dental specialties, not a STEM-designated field, so the 24-month STEM OPT extension is not available. You have 12 months of standard OPT authorization. This makes your H-1B timeline critical: you need to be registered in the March lottery and have an approved petition before your OPT expires.
Which types of employers are most likely to sponsor a prosthodontist for an H-1B?
Academic dental schools and university health systems are your strongest targets because many qualify as cap-exempt H-1B employers, meaning they can file outside the annual lottery. VA medical centers and large dental group practices with established HR infrastructure also sponsor prosthodontists. Browse verified sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate to identify who has filed recently in your specialty.
What does the LCA process look like for a prosthodontist job offer?
Your employer files a Labor Condition Application with DOL before submitting your H-1B petition to USCIS. The LCA certifies that your offered wage meets the prevailing wage for prosthodontists in that geographic area, based on O*NET occupation data and the wage level assigned to your role. DOL typically certifies LCAs within seven business days, and the certified LCA must be in place before USCIS adjudicates the H-1B.
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