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 Front Office / Treatment Plan Coordinator

  • Redondo Beach, CA (12 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Redondo Beach, CA (12 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 10 days ago

terminology Strong communication and customer service skills Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment What We Offer: A supportive and positive work enviornment Oppurtunity to grow...

Dental Office Administrator

  • Garden Grove, CA (22 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Garden Grove, CA (22 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 12 hours ago

terminology and insurance billing procedures Proficient with dental office software and electronic health records Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively Strong organizational and time...

Dental Office Receptionist in Glendale

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

A dental office in Glendale is looking for an experienced receptionist to join our team. Making patient appointments, includes recalls Must have 3-5 years experience in dental office. -keeping the...

Dentist Office Patient Coordinator

  • Huntington Park, CA (2 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Huntington Park, CA (2 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 3 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...

Dental Biller/DENICAL AND PPO INSURANCE

  • Inglewood, CA (6 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Inglewood, CA (6 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 4 days ago

We are a close-knit team who all work together to get the job done, and we are very passionate about it being the best experience for our clients. We need a supportive, intuitive, sensible, and...

Office Manager

  • South Gate, CA (4 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • South Gate, CA (4 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 4 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...

Dental Receptionist

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 5 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 Biller/Treatment Coordinator/Receptionist

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 7 days ago

Do you have a solid background in sales and a strong grasp of dental terminology? If so, we'd love to meet you!...

Dental Biller/ Medical And Insurance

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

un DENTAL BILLER/ MEDICAL AND INSURANCE (ANAHEIM) SANTA FE DENTAL OFFICE 2873 W LINCOLN AVE near DALE compensation: according to the experience employment type: experience level: mid level job...

Dental Coordinator And Biller

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 7 days ago

Pacoima family dental center 9722 LAUREL CANYON BLV compensation: hourly employment type: experience level: mid level job title: dental corrdinator dental coordinator and biller with experience of Dentrix...

Dental Receptionist

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

The Administrative Assistant will be the helping out with front office and patient communication. They will help patients with forms, answer questions, and assist with schedules. They will also be...

Front Office Coordinator

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

Location: South Pasadena, US-CA Rate: Not Specified Type: Permanent Front Office Coordinator Description Join Our Team at Little Crown Pediatric Dentistry! Full-Time Front Desk Coordinator -...

Patient Service Representative

  • Cypress, CA (16 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cypress, CA (16 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

terminology sufficient to identify and explain medical/dental procedures to patients, third party payers Typing speed and accuracy in order to correctly enter needed volume of data on computer and...

Dental Billing Coordinator

  • Commerce, CA (5 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Commerce, CA (5 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 45+ days 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 Assistant

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 45+ 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,...

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