Dental Practice Administrator Jobs in Irvine, CA

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...

Dental Office Manager

  • Tustin, CA (4 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Tustin, CA (4 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 3 hours ago

DENTAL OFFICE MANAGER(Tustin Ranch, CA.) We have an Office Manager position available immediately for self-starting individuals with very strong multi-tasking skills to assist in all aspects of...

Dental Office Manager

  • Fullerton, CA (12 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fullerton, CA (12 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 1 day ago

We are paperless office with digital x-rays, digital scanner, CBCT, and Dentrix software. We offer health insurance benefit to our full time employee....

Dental receptionist / assistant

  • Anaheim, CA (13 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Anaheim, CA (13 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Dental receptionist / assistant (Anaheim) Santa Fe Dental Group 2873 w Lincoln Ave compensation: Depends on the experience employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Dental...

Dental receptionist / assistant

  • Anaheim, CA (13 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Anaheim, CA (13 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Looking for a motivated and dependable receptionist/assistant with a minimum of 2 years of Dental experience!!!

Front office /Back office Team Member

  • Newport Beach, CA (11 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Newport Beach, CA (11 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Front office /Back office Team Member (Newport Coast) Ocean Hills Dentistry image 1 of 2 compensation: To commensurate on expereince employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Front...

Dental Front Office Assistant

  • Huntington Beach, CA (14 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Huntington Beach, CA (14 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Dental Front Office Assistant (Huntington Beach) compensation: Based on Experience employment type: job title: Dental Front Office Assistant WE ARE LOOKING FOR A FRONT OFFICE ASSISTANT TO JOIN OUR...

Dental Biller

  • Pomona, CA (17 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Pomona, CA (17 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 4 days ago

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a biller support rep. This role involves supporting the front office and patient coordinators, ensuring smooth...

Dental office manager

  • Laguna Niguel, CA (14 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Laguna Niguel, CA (14 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Dental Office Manager Wanted Leadership Track from Chairside to Frontline We are seeking a motivated and strategic individual to join our established dental practice as a future Office Manager....

Dental Office Manager

  • San Juan Capistrano, CA (16 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • San Juan Capistrano, CA (16 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Proficient in dental office software (e.g., Dentrix Ascend) and office management tools. Knowledge of dental terminology and procedures is a must....

Receptionist for Dental office

  • Lakewood, CA (23 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Lakewood, CA (23 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 13 days ago

un Receptionist for Dental office (LAKEWOOD) D & D Dental 4180 Woodruff Avenue compensation: Will inform during the interview employment type: job title: Receptionist Receptionist needed part-time...

Office Manager

  • Irvine, CA
  • 15 days ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 15 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 receptionist

  • Huntington Beach, CA (14 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Huntington Beach, CA (14 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 16 days ago

Dental receptionist (Huntington beach, Santa ana) Emily Letran DDS APC compensation: Hourly wage employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Dental Receptionist Immediate FT opening...

Coordinator, Dental Hygiene - Clinic Receptionist - (Bilingual Spanish)

  • Anaheim, CA (13 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Anaheim, CA (13 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 26 days ago

Current Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) or California Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) license preferred....

Dental Receptionist - Perris

  • Perris, CA (24 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Perris, CA (24 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Required Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent Bilingual in English and Spanish Minimum one (1) year experience in an office environment Familiarity with dental terminology, materials, and...

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Salary for Dental Practice Administrator Jobs in Irvine, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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



Highest Education Level

Dental Practice Administrators in Irvine, CA 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 in Irvine, CA
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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