Dental Practice Administrator Jobs in Arizona

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

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...

Dental front office

  • Pinetop Lakeside, AZ
  • 3 hours ago
  • Pinetop Lakeside, AZ
  • 3 hours ago

Dental front office (Lakeside) Dental Designs 218 W White Mountain Blvd near Suite D compensation: DOE employment type: job title: Dental Front Office Hiring front office for Dental office in...

Part time Front Office Administrative Assistant

  • Peoria, AZ
  • 3 hours ago
  • Peoria, AZ
  • 3 hours ago

years of experience with insurance billing and accounts receivable Must be a team player, reliable, trustworthy, and a hard-worker Leadership abilities Experience with Microsoft Office suite programs Dentrix...

Patient Care Coordinator

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 1 day ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 1 day ago

Be organized and possess a superior knowledge of dentistry and dental terminology....

Dental Front Office Coordinator

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 2 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 2 days ago

Dental Front Office Coordinator American Dental Companies Phoenix, AZ, USA 3 days ago Quick Job type Full-time Quick Job description Join Our Team at Carefree Dentistry as a Front Office...

Dental Director

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 2 days ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 2 days ago

Overview NaphCare is hiring an experienced Dental Director just like you at the Arizona Department of Corrections - Tucson located in Tucson, AZ. Join a reputable family-owned healthcare...

Dental front office

  • Pinetop Lakeside, AZ
  • 2 days ago
  • Pinetop Lakeside, AZ
  • 2 days ago

Hiring front office for Dental office in Lakeside. Experience preferred, but willing to train. Hours are: Monday-Wednesday 8am-5pm and Thursday 8am-1pm. Please call ... or email resume

Dental Front office

  • Mesa, AZ
  • 4 days ago
  • Mesa, AZ
  • 4 days ago

general dentistry experience - Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, & computer skills - Organized & Professional with a interest in customer care - Strong work ethic, reliable, and committed - Dentrix...

Dental Director

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 5 days ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 5 days ago

The Dental Director is responsible for providing overall leadership, direction, and administration of the Tribal Dental Programs in Tucson and Guadalupe. The incumbent in this position has most of...

Dental Office Manager

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 5 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 5 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 Director/General Dentist needed in AZ Acting as dentist and dental director (25% admin/75% clinical) Will be responsible for 2 columns Average of 9-10 patients per day 4-5 hygiene checks...

Dental Front Office Assistant

  • Queen Creek, AZ
  • 15 days ago
  • Queen Creek, AZ
  • 15 days ago

office to create a great first impression of our team Manage front office duties, including answering phones, checking office mail and email, communicating with patients and insurance companies Utilize Dentrix...

Dental Front Office Coordinator

  • Sun City, AZ
  • 16 days ago
  • Sun City, AZ
  • 16 days ago

Dental Front Office Coordinator Confidential - Dental Sun City, AZ, USA 2 days ago Quick Job type Full-time Quick Job description Join Our Team as a Dental Front Office Coordinator! Are you...

Patient Coordinator

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 20 days ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 20 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,...

Assistant Dental Office Manager

  • Green Valley, AZ
  • 20 days ago
  • Green Valley, AZ
  • 20 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,...

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Dental Practice Administrator Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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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...
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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...
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...

Salary for Dental Practice Administrator Jobs in Arizona

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 Arizona offer the following education background
High School or GED
25.8%
Bachelor's Degree
25.3%
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 Arizona
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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