The Dental Assistant provides chairside clinical support to prosthodontic faculty during advanced restorative and prosthodontic procedures, ensuring treatment rooms are prepared and maintained according to safety and compliance standards. This role involves assisting with complex procedures like crowns, bridges, and full-arch treatment while supporting the educational mission of the dental school.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess an Associate degree or a high school diploma/GED with relevant experience, specifically requiring experience in Prosthodontics and 7–10 years of general dental assisting experience. Required certifications include NY State RDA, DANB RHS, N₂O administration, active BLS/CPR, and IV sedation assisting certification.
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The Dental Assistant Complex Prosthodontics provides chairside clinical support to prosthodontic faculty within the dental school clinics. This role performs four-handed dental assisting during advanced restorative and prosthodontic procedures, prepares and maintains treatment operatories, and ensures compliance with infection control, radiation safety, and clinical safety standards. Reporting to the Director of Clinic, the dental assistant works closely with prosthodontists and clinical staff to ensure treatment rooms are properly prepared and procedures are supported safely and efficiently.
This position performs patient care duties within a clinical environment structured around a block-style curriculum, designed to support efficient delivery of treatment while advancing the educational mission of the dental school. In this model, students participate in focused clinical learning experiences while faculty provide direct patient care. The Dental Assistant plays a vital role in supporting advanced restorative and prosthodontic care, assisting with procedures ranging from crowns and bridges to full-arch treatment. Working within a higher-level clinical environment, the dental assistant collaborates directly with the prosthodontist and clinical team in the management of complex restorative cases in accordance with institutional, state, and federal regulatory standards.
Position Responsibilities
Prepare treatment rooms and verify procedural setups for scheduled prosthodontic procedures.
Ensure operatories are clean, organized, and properly equipped.
Set up dental equipment, instruments, and restorative materials prior to procedures.
Coordinate with the sterilization department to ensure instruments are available.
Prepare patients for prosthodontic procedures and proper operatory positioning.
Obtain digital radiographs according to clinical protocols.
Assist the prosthodontist using four-handed dentistry techniques.
Assist the prosthodontist in advanced clinical procedures, including crowns, bridges, dentures, implants, and full-arch treatment.
Anticipate the needs of the prosthodontist and provide instruments and materials as needed.
Monitor patient well-being during procedures.
Maintain a sterile clinical environment throughout procedures.
Ensure required clinical verification and treatment documentation protocols are completed.
Break down operatories and prepare treatment rooms for subsequent procedures.
Sterilize and process instruments according to infection control standards.
Dispose of sharps and hazardous materials in accordance with OSHA regulations.
Assist with inventory management of prosthodontic instruments, implant components, and restorative supplies.
Report equipment issues or repair needs to the appropriate personnel.
Maintain readiness of emergency equipment and oxygen systems.
Conduct routine audits of emergency medical carts.
Assist faculty during medical emergencies according to clinic protocols.
Maintain strict adherence to HIPAA patient privacy standards.
Perform additional duties as assigned to support prosthodontic clinical operations.
Prosthodontic-Specific Clinical Support
Assist with digital impressions, intraoral scanning, and traditional impressions for prosthodontic procedures.
Prepare prosthodontic materials and components for crowns, bridges, implant restorations, and full-arch prostheses.
Assist during prosthodontic try-in appointments, including framework try-ins, wax try-ins, and final prosthesis delivery.
Coordinate with the dental laboratory regarding prosthetic cases, materials, and prescriptions.
Maintain organization of prosthodontic cases, including implant components, restorative parts, and laboratory documentation.
Experience & Education Background
Associate degree (AS) preferred, or high school diploma / GED with dental assisting experience.
Experience in Prosthodontics Required.
Strong knowledge of prosthodontic and implant procedures.
Excellent communication and organizational skills.
7–10 years of oral surgery and dental assisting experience.
Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) – New York State.
IV sedation assisting certification with 7–10 years of IV sedation experience required.
Must hold DANB RHS certification and be certified in nitrous oxide (N₂O) administration.
Active BLS / CPR certification.
Skills & Competencies
Prosthodontic
Assisting
Expertise: Knowledge of prosthodontic procedures, dental terminology, restorative materials, implant components, and chairside assisting techniques.
Communication and
Interpersonal
Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with patients, faculty, and clinical staff while maintaining professionalism and a patient-centered approach.
Attention to
Detail: Ability to ensure accuracy in restorative setups, impressions, radiographs, and adherence to clinical protocols.
Problem-Solving and
Decision-Making: Ability to assess clinical situations, prioritize tasks, and support providers efficiently during complex restorative procedures.
Organizational and
Time
Management: Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage treatment room setup, prosthodontic materials, and workflow efficiency.
Compliance
Knowledge: Knowledge of infection control policies, aseptic techniques, sterilization protocols, HIPAA requirements, and applicable safety and regulatory standards.
Salary Range
$38.46 - $39.56 per hours About Us:
Yeshiva University is dedicated to academic excellence, intellectual exploration, and the advancement of timeless values that shape and impact lives. With a rich tradition rooted in Jewish thought and heritage, YU fosters a dynamic learning environment across its undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools. Our mission is to cultivate the next generation of leaders who will contribute meaningfully to society, guided by a commitment to ethics, innovation, and service. Our community extends far beyond the classroom, encompassing thousands of students, faculty, staff, and more than 70,000 alumni and supporters worldwide, all working together to build a brighter future.
As a Yeshiva University employee, you will be part of a welcoming, diverse, and intellectually engaging community that values collaboration, excellence, and professional growth.
We offer a supportive and stimulating workplace with tangible employee benefits, opportunities for advancement, and a strong sense of purpose.
Beyond professional development, YU is committed to ensuring a high quality of life for its employees, offering a work environment that prioritizes well-being, work-life balance, and a culture of mutual respect.
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Equal Employment Opportunity
Yeshiva University is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunities to all employees and candidates without regard to race, color, age, sex, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Market context
Prosthodontic dental assistants are in demand
In New York, complex prosthodontics roles tend to favor assistants with substantial chairside experience and current credentials, especially when practices need support for specialty restorative care. Competition is strongest for candidates who already hold NY State RDA, DANB RHS, N₂O administration, and active BLS/CPR, plus direct prosthodontics experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certifications and highlight your 7–10 years of general dental assisting experience before applying.
