Dental Practice Administrator Jobs in Los Angeles, 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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Dental Billing Coordinator

  • Commerce, CA (5 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Commerce, CA (5 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 3 hours ago

Position Purpose: The Dental Billing Coordinator will ensure the efficient and accurate processing of dental insurance claims and billing procedures within our dental practice. This position...

Dental Office Manager

  • Fullerton, CA (21 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fullerton, CA (21 miles from Los Angeles, 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....

Front Office Dental Assistant

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago

Front Office Dental Assistant Job Description We are seeking a Dental Assistant to join our team to support one of DTLA's leading healthcare organizations. In this role, you will work in a...

Dental receptionist / assistant

  • Anaheim, CA (18 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Anaheim, CA (18 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 2 days 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 Back Office Assistant

  • South Pasadena, CA (10 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • South Pasadena, CA (10 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 2 days ago

We are a fast paced growing private practice in South Pasadena. Our focus and commitment is to patient care, craftsmanship and clinical excellence while building patients for life. Our team...

Dental receptionist / assistant

  • Anaheim, CA (18 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Anaheim, CA (18 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 3 days ago

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

Dental Front Office Assistant

  • Huntington Beach, CA (23 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Huntington Beach, CA (23 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 4 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 Office Assistant

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 4 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,...

Dental Receptionist/ Biller

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 5 days ago

un Dental Receptionist/ Biller (Los Angeles) image 1 of 1 11500 West Olympic near Colby compensation: 27-30 employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Dental Receptionist/Biller Greet...

Dental Biller

  • Pomona, CA (24 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Pomona, CA (24 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 5 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 Receptionist

  • Monrovia, CA (20 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Monrovia, CA (20 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Receptionist -Fantastic Opportunity Take your dental career to the next level at West Coast Dental! We are seeking a friendly and motivated individual to join our team! If you have an outgoing...

Dental Office Administrator

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 10 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 10 days ago

Description Title: Dental Office Administrator Base Salary Range: $83,000 - $87,000 plus benefits FTE: Full-time, Exempt Seeking for a skilled and dedicated Dental Office Administrator who wants...

Dental Receptionist

  • Huntington Park, CA (2 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Huntington Park, CA (2 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 12 days ago

dental receptionist (huntington park) kids and adults dental care 2625 E Florence Ave compensation: $20-30/hour employment type: experience level: mid level job title: dental receptionist Dental...

Office Manager

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 12 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 12 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...

Receptionist for Dental office

  • Lakewood, CA (10 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Lakewood, CA (10 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 14 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...

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Salary for Dental Practice Administrator Jobs in Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles, 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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