Dental Practice Administrator Jobs

A Dental Practice Administrator is a key professional in the dental industry who is responsible for managing the daily operations of a dental office. Their duties include scheduling appointments, handling patient inquiries, managing patient records, billing and processing payments, overseeing office budget, and ensuring compliance with regulations. They also coordinate with other dental professionals to ensure quality patient care and play an integral role in staff hiring, training, and retention strategies. Some may also be involved in marketing the practice and maintaining relationships with vendors and insurance companies.

Essential skills for a Dental Practice Administrator include strong communication and interpersonal skills, ability to multitask, good organizational and managerial skills, proficiency in using office software, and attention to detail. Familiarity with dental terminologies and procedures can also be advantageous. They should ideally hold a certification such as a Certified Dental Practice Management Administrator or Fellow in the American Association of Dental Office Management. Prior to this role, a person may have worked as a Dental Office Manager, Dental Receptionist, or Dental Assistant, which can provide valuable experience in understanding the operations of a dental office.

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Gentle Dental

Business Manager

At Gentle Dental, our Business Managers are committed to and passionate about their office. They ensure that their office runs smoothly from open to close. In partnership with a Director of...

Sage Dental

Dental Office Manager

Sage Dental is the leading Dental Support Organization (DSO) in the Southeast, and we are continuing to grow! At Sage, people are at the core of everything we do. We are looking for dynamic and...

Gentle Dental

Practice Manager

At Gentle Dental, our Practice Managers are committed to and passionate about their practice. As the leader of the team, they ensure that their office runs smoothly from open to close. In...

Great Expressions Dental Centers

Dental Office Manager

What you'll do Are you an experienced Dental Operations Manager ready to make a significant impact? Great Expressions Dental Centers is seeking a highly skilled and seasoned professional to join...

Front Desk Administrative Assistant

assisting experience also a plus Eaglesoft dental program experience a plus!...

Pacific NW Smiles

Dental Front Office / Manager Dental Front Office / Manager

We are looking for an experienced, driven, self-motivated professional Front Office Coordinator Team Member to join our practice. We have been established since 2004 in the Mill Creek Town Center....

Davis Dentistry

Dental Office Manager

Office Manager needed for the reopening of a dental practice in Murfreesboro, TN. Great opportunity for the right candidate to work for an outstanding 100% Dentist owned-and-operated company. This...

Advantage Dental Oral Health Center

Practice Manager

A supportive team, patient-first mentality, and an industry-leading benefits package are what you will enjoy as a member of our team. Are these missing in your career? Let's connect to discuss our...

Advantage Dental Oral Health Center

Regional Dental Director

The Regional Dental Director shall be a licensed dentist in the state of Alabama. The Regional Dental Director is responsible for helping to ensure all aspects of the clinical and dental services...

Advantage Dental Oral Health Center

Patient Coordinator

A supportive team, patient-first mentality, and an industry-leading benefits package are what you will enjoy as a member of our team. Are these missing in your career? Let's connect to discuss our...

Dental Office Manager

  • St Petersburg, FL
  • 4 days ago
  • St Petersburg, FL
  • 4 days ago

About Us: The Family Dental Boutique, PA is a small boutique dental practice located in the gateway area of St. Petersburg, FL. The office strives to create a welcoming and comfortable environment...

Dental Front Office

  • San Diego, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 4 days ago

Dental Front Office Coordinator - Experience Required Are you a detail oriented, friendly, organized professional with dental front office experience? Our busy private dental practice is looking...

Office Manager

  • Hays, KS
  • 4 days ago
  • Hays, KS
  • 4 days ago

vision, and life insurance Generous PTO and paid holidays Traditional and Roth 401(k) options Referral Bonus Program Qualifications 5+ years of dental or healthcare management experience is required Dentrix...

Tewksbury Dental Associates

Patient Care Coordinator / Front Desk

The ideal candidate will be someone who enjoys helping others, an understanding of basic dental terminology and experience with dental software....

Dental illuminations

Dental Office Manager with invisalign experience

Job Expectations: Utilize Dentrix software to maintain patient records and appointments Assist chairside with various dental procedures Perform dental prophylaxis and take X-rays Experience with Invisalign...

Dental Practice Administrator Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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FutureLearn
Improving Your Image: Dental Photography in Practice
This course will cover all aspects of the use of digital photography in dental practice: intra-oral, extra-oral, and portraits. Participants will be taken through photography, from the basics of...
FutureLearn
Tackling Antibiotic Resistance: What Should Dental Teams Do?
Antibiotics are lifesaving drugs when you need them, you need them to work. Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) poses a significant threat to health and wealth globally. Dental teams can do their bit...
Udemy
Marketing Your Dental Practice
What will Dentists be able to do after this Course:This Course is designed for Dentists who are already having their own Dental Practice or those who are about to start their own Dental...
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Salary for Dental Practice Administrator Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireDental research efforts.
Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Dental Practice Administrator positions.

Highest Education Level

Dental Practice Administrators offer the following education background
High School or GED
25.9%
Bachelor's Degree
25.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
18.9%
Associate's Degree
18.2%
Master's Degree
4.7%
Some College
3.7%
Doctorate Degree
2.5%
Some High School
1.0%
Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Dental Practice Administrators
1-2 years
57.3%
2-4 years
20.9%
Less than 1 year
19.2%
None
2.6%
10+ years
0.1%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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