Dental Practice Administrator Jobs in Long Beach, 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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Part-Time Dental Receptionist (Rosecrans)

  • Compton, CA (3 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Compton, CA (3 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 17 hours ago

appointments when necessary Maintain a clean and professional office environment Assist with presenting and/or explaining treatment plans Qualifications: Bilingual (Spanish) Customer Service experience Dentrix...

Dental receptionist

  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 1 day ago

full job / part-time multiple locations Flexible schedule A private dental practice, focusing on preventive patient care, serving the families in Los Angeles, looking for a team member who is...

Dental Office- Front Desk Position

  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Experience with Dentrix,scheduling, people skills, and treatment coordination. We are a General Practice with emphasis on Holistic approach. Fee for service practice, no insurance....

Dental Receptionist

  • Torrance, CA (3 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Torrance, CA (3 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Search jobs Torrance, CA Dental Receptionist Dental Receptionist Confidential Dental Practice Torrance, CA 4 days ago Quick Job type Full-time Quick Job description We are looking to add a...

Front Desk / Receptionist

  • Lawndale, CA (6 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lawndale, CA (6 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Front Desk / Receptionist Kids Dental Town Lawndale, California, United States 3 hours ago Quick Job type Full-time Quick Job description We're looking for a warm, reliable, and bilingual (Spanish...

Dental Back Office Assistant

  • South Pasadena, CA (20 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • South Pasadena, CA (20 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 4 days ago

We're Hiring a Rockstar Dental Assistant! Full-Time | Monday Friday | 40 hours/week Office Hours: 6:00am - 7:00pm Are you a bright, positive, and coachable team player who loves creating beautiful...

Dental Front Desk Receptionist

  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Our private dental office in Los Angeles is very modern and equipped with Cone Beam CT scan, panoramic & digital x-rays and intra-oral cameras. We are a Fee-for-Service office, and only accept PPO...

Dental Front Office with Treatment Planning Experience

  • Beverly Hills, CA (18 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Beverly Hills, CA (18 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 5 days ago

verification and co-payments Qualifications Dental experience required Must have a High School Diploma or GED Must have strong communication and organizational skills Experience with Diamond Dental, Dentrix...

Dental Director

  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Document and chart the patient's dental records appropriately, using EDR and the ability to effectively use practice management software (Dentrix) to schedule, chart, document, and bill....

Dental Office Front Desk and Dental Assistant

  • Pasadena, CA (23 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Pasadena, CA (23 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 6 days ago

(Need to be X-ray Certified) What We're Looking For: Need to have an x-ray certificate A positive attitude with a growth mindset and a warm, approachable personality Strong communication and organizational...

Dental Receptionist/ Biller

  • West Los Angeles, CA (18 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • West Los Angeles, CA (18 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Must Have Experience In A Dental Office, Courteous, Organized. to Welcome Patients, Make Appointments, Bill Insurance, Take Directions Well, Must Know Dentrix, Order Supply And Must Be Punctual...

Dental Reception, Dental Assistant

  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 8 days ago

un dental reception, dental assistant Pacoima family dental center compensation: hourly employment type: experience level: mid level job title: dental reception dental reception with Dentrix experience...

Dental Office Assistant

  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (10 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Job purpose Under the supervision of Sr. Dental Office Assistant. The Office Assistant provides general support of all business aspects to the practice, but not limited to manage reception area,...

Office Manager

  • Arcadia, CA (24 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Arcadia, CA (24 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 13 days ago

Join Our Team at West Coast Dental! Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for the dental industry? West Coast Dental is seeking a talented and motivated Dental Office Business Manager to join...

Dentist Office Patient Coordinator

  • Huntington Park, CA (10 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Huntington Park, CA (10 miles from Long Beach, CA)
  • 14 days ago

Location: Huntington Park, CA Pay Range: From $18.00 per Hour for "Entry-Level" and up to $24.00 per Hour for Very Experienced, Well-Qualified Professionals Job Profile: Dental Front Office...

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Salary for Dental Practice Administrator Jobs in Long Beach, CA

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 Long Beach, CA 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
3.6%
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 Long Beach, 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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