Dental Practice Administrator Jobs in Laveen, AZ

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

  • Gentle Dental
  • Surprise, AZ (23 miles from Laveen, AZ)
  • 9 days ago
  • Gentle Dental
  • Surprise, AZ (23 miles from Laveen, AZ)
  • 9 days ago

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...

Dental Front Office Assistant

  • Sun City, AZ (18 miles from Laveen, AZ)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Sun City, AZ (18 miles from Laveen, AZ)
  • 8 hours ago

Preferred Experience 1+ years of experience in a dental or medical setting 1+ years of experience with insurance billing and accounts receivable Dentrix or other dental software experience Physical...

Dental Front Office Receptionist

  • Phoenix, AZ (10 miles from Laveen, AZ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (10 miles from Laveen, AZ)
  • 1 day ago

General Knowledge of dental terminology including American Dental Association Current Dental Terminology (CDT) codes....

Patient Care Coordinator

  • Laveen, AZ
  • 1 day ago
  • Laveen, AZ
  • 1 day ago

terminology Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a focus on delivering exceptional customer service Preferred Qualifications Previous experience in a dental or medical office setting...

Traveling ortho PCC

  • Phoenix, AZ (10 miles from Laveen, AZ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (10 miles from Laveen, AZ)
  • 3 days ago

terminology Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a focus on delivering exceptional customer service Preferred Qualifications Previous experience in a dental or medical office setting...

Front Office Administrative Assistant

  • Phoenix, AZ (10 miles from Laveen, AZ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (10 miles from Laveen, AZ)
  • 3 days ago

preferred; Ability to train with no experience required 1+ years of experience with insurance billing and accounts receivable Must be a quick learner Comfortable with Microsoft Office Suite programs Dentrix...

Front Office Administrative Assistant

  • Phoenix, AZ (23 miles from Laveen, AZ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (23 miles from Laveen, AZ)
  • 3 days ago

preferred; Ability to train with no experience required 1+ years of experience with insurance billing and accounts receivable Must be a quick learner Comfortable with Microsoft Office Suite programs Dentrix...

Patient Care Coordinator

  • Phoenix, AZ (10 miles from Laveen, AZ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (10 miles from Laveen, AZ)
  • 3 days ago

Be organized and possess a superior knowledge of dentistry and dental terminology. Proficient in Microsoft Office Bilingual - Spanish is a plus!...

Dental Office Manager - Avondale

  • Avondale, AZ (7 miles from Laveen, AZ)
  • 11 days ago
  • Avondale, AZ (7 miles from Laveen, AZ)
  • 11 days ago

patient care, equipment monitoring, maintenance duties and compliance Qualifications At least one year of experience as an office manager in a Dental office Experience leading a team Knowledge of dental...

Dental Office Manager - Cave Creek

  • Phoenix, AZ (10 miles from Laveen, AZ)
  • 11 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (10 miles from Laveen, AZ)
  • 11 days ago

patient care, equipment monitoring, maintenance duties and compliance Qualifications At least one year of experience as an office manager in a Dental office Experience leading a team Knowledge of dental...

Patient Coordinator

  • Phoenix, AZ (10 miles from Laveen, AZ)
  • 11 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ (10 miles from Laveen, AZ)
  • 11 days ago

At Aspen Dental, we put You first, offering the security and job stability that comes with working with a world-class dental service organization (DSO). Our best-in-class training program,...

Dental Office Manager - Surprise

  • Surprise, AZ (23 miles from Laveen, AZ)
  • 13 days ago
  • Surprise, AZ (23 miles from Laveen, AZ)
  • 13 days ago

patient care, equipment monitoring, maintenance duties and compliance Qualifications At least one year of experience as an office manager in a Dental office Experience leading a team Knowledge of dental...

PCC - General Offices

  • Mesa, AZ (20 miles from Laveen, AZ)
  • 15 days ago
  • Mesa, AZ (20 miles from Laveen, AZ)
  • 15 days ago

Preferred experience with Denticon/Dentrix. Skills and Abilities: Two (2) years of sales, customer service or related work experience. Bilingual Spanish-English skills preferred....

Patient Coordinator

  • Mesa, AZ (20 miles from Laveen, AZ)
  • 16 days ago
  • Mesa, AZ (20 miles from Laveen, AZ)
  • 16 days ago

At Aspen Dental, we put You first, offering the security and job stability that comes with working with a world-class dental service organization (DSO). Our best-in-class training program,...

Dental Front Office Assistant - Mesa, AZ

  • Mesa, AZ (20 miles from Laveen, AZ)
  • 18 days ago
  • Mesa, AZ (20 miles from Laveen, AZ)
  • 18 days ago

terminology and procedures Knowledge of dental insurance, eligibility and verification Exceptional communication skills and professional presence Ability to problem solve in situations both independently...

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Salary for Dental Practice Administrator Jobs in Laveen, AZ

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 in Laveen, AZ offer the following education background
High School or GED
25.8%
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 in Laveen, AZ
1-2 years
57.3%
2-4 years
20.9%
Less than 1 year
19.2%
None
2.6%
10+ years
0.1%



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