Dental Practice Administrator Jobs in Orange, 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 Office Administrator

  • Garden Grove, CA (4 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Garden Grove, CA (4 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 7 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...

PCC - General Offices

  • Claremont, CA (24 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Claremont, CA (24 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Preferred experience with Denticon/Dentrix. Skills and Abilities: Two (2) years of sales, customer service or related work experience. Bilingual Spanish-English skills preferred....

Enrollment Coordinator

  • Orange, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Orange, CA
  • 3 days ago

Overview The qualified candidate for this position will focus on assisting with backlogged insurance carriers and re-credentialing. Come and join a fun, friendly, professional team. Whether you...

Dentist Office Patient Coordinator

  • Huntington Park, CA (24 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Huntington Park, CA (24 miles from Orange, 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...

Office Manager

  • South Gate, CA (21 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • South Gate, CA (21 miles from Orange, 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 Practice Manager

  • Glendora, CA (22 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Glendora, CA (22 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Overview Dental Practice Manager Summary: The Practice Manager is responsible for strategic planning, office start up, staffing, general office management and oversight, the development of a...

Patient Care Coordinator

  • Orange, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Orange, CA
  • 5 days ago

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

Patient Care Coordinator / Front Office Coordinator

  • Orange, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Orange, CA
  • 5 days ago

Beautiful, private and state-of-the art Cosmetic Dental Practice in Orange, CA is seeking a Patient Care Coordinator, Front Office Dental Assistant, or a Front Office Coordinator who wants to grow...

Dental Receptionist

  • Santa Ana, CA (2 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Santa Ana, CA (2 miles from Orange, 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/ Medical And Insurance

  • Anaheim, CA (7 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Anaheim, CA (7 miles from Orange, 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 Office Manager / Assistant

  • Orange, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Orange, CA
  • 8 days ago

un Dental Office Manager / Assistant (Orange) compensation: hourly employment type: job title: Office manager/ assistant Small dental office looking for Office manager and assistant. 4 days a...

Dental Office manager

  • Costa Mesa, CA (8 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA (8 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 11 days ago

un Dental Office manager (Costa Mesa) Robert J Herried DDS 2675 Irvine Ave., Ste. 104 near 104 compensation: $30-35 per hour employment type: experience level: senior level job title: Dental...

Dental Receptionist

  • Pomona, CA (14 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Pomona, CA (14 miles from Orange, 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...

Patient Service Representative

  • Cypress, CA (10 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cypress, CA (10 miles from Orange, 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 (22 miles from Orange, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Commerce, CA (22 miles from Orange, 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...

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Salary for Dental Practice Administrator Jobs in Orange, 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 Orange, 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 Orange, 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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