Dental Practice Administrator Jobs in Van Nuys, 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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Front Office Dental Assistant

  • Los Angeles, CA (20 miles from Van Nuys, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (20 miles from Van Nuys, 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 Back Office Assistant

  • South Pasadena, CA (20 miles from Van Nuys, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • South Pasadena, CA (20 miles from Van Nuys, 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 Office Assistant

  • Los Angeles, CA (20 miles from Van Nuys, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (20 miles from Van Nuys, CA)
  • 3 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 (20 miles from Van Nuys, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (20 miles from Van Nuys, CA)
  • 4 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 Receptionist

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

Dental Office Support Staff (Sundays) About Us: At West Coast Dental & Orthodontics, we are dedicated to providing exceptional dental care to children in a friendly and welcoming environment. We...

Dental Office Administrator

  • Los Angeles, CA (20 miles from Van Nuys, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (20 miles from Van Nuys, CA)
  • 9 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 (21 miles from Van Nuys, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Huntington Park, CA (21 miles from Van Nuys, CA)
  • 11 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 (20 miles from Van Nuys, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (20 miles from Van Nuys, CA)
  • 11 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...

Associate Dental Director

  • Van Nuys, CA
  • 15 days ago
  • Van Nuys, CA
  • 15 days ago

The Associate Dental Director collaborates with the Chief Dental Officer to lead the dental department with responsibility for providing a broad range of quality dental services. The Associate...

RDA Business Office Manager I

  • Sun Valley, CA (10 miles from Van Nuys, CA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Sun Valley, CA (10 miles from Van Nuys, CA)
  • 18 days ago

The RDA Business Office Manager 1 provides oversight and coordination of all dental operations including supervising clerical staff in patient registrations, scheduling appointments, collections,...

Patient Care Coordinator (Dental)

  • Glendale, CA (12 miles from Van Nuys, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Glendale, CA (12 miles from Van Nuys, CA)
  • 19 days ago

Description PATIENT CARE COORDINATOR (DENTAL) JOB SUMMARY The Patient Care Coordinator is the first point of contact for everyone contacting the Health Center. The position requires Medical/Dental...

Orthodontic Front Office

  • Van Nuys, CA
  • 20 days ago
  • Van Nuys, CA
  • 20 days ago

Location: LA Area, CA (Travel Required) Pay Range: From $18.00 per Hour for "Entry-Level" and up to $22.00 per Hour for Very Experienced, Well-Qualified Professionals Job Profile: Orthodontic...

Dentist Office Patient Coordinator

  • Huntington Park, CA (21 miles from Van Nuys, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Huntington Park, CA (21 miles from Van Nuys, CA)
  • 60+ 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...

PCC - General Offices

  • Newhall, CA (14 miles from Van Nuys, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Newhall, CA (14 miles from Van Nuys, CA)
  • 45+ 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....

Dental Front Office Clerk

  • Los Angeles, CA (20 miles from Van Nuys, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (20 miles from Van Nuys, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Position Title: Dental Front Office Clerk Department: Dental Position Reports to: Dental Office Manager Status: Full-Time, Union Position Summary: Position requires excellent customer service...

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Salary for Dental Practice Administrator Jobs in Van Nuys, 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 Van Nuys, 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 Van Nuys, 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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