Dental Practice Administrator Jobs in California

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

  • San Diego, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 4 days ago

Dental Front Office Coordinator - Experience Required Are you a detail oriented, friendly, organized professional with dental front office experience? Our busy private dental practice is looking...

Gentle Dental

Practice Manager

At Gentle Dental, our Practice Managers are committed to and passionate about their practice. As the leader of the team, they ensure that their office runs smoothly from open to close. In...

Gentle Dental

Business Manager

At Gentle Dental, our Business Managers are committed to and passionate about their office. They ensure that their office runs smoothly from open to close. In partnership with a Director of...

Front office for Dental Office

  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 4 hours ago

Were looking for a professional and reliable Front Desk Receptionist to join our team. If you are detail-oriented, have excellent communication skills, and are committed to punctuality, we want to...

Dental Biller

  • Madera, CA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Madera, CA
  • 4 hours ago

Balances Dentrix system with Healthport Credentials and maintains all Dental Providers credentialing with the health plans. 2....

Part-Time Dental Front Office Receptionist

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago

with general administrative tasks Qualifications: Previous dental front office experience preferred Strong customer service and communication skills Familiarity with dental software is a plus (e.g., Dentrix...

Dental Office Manager

  • Fullerton, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Fullerton, 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 Practice Manager

  • Glendora, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Glendora, CA
  • 1 day 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...

Dental receptionist / assistant

  • Anaheim, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Anaheim, CA
  • 1 day 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
  • 1 day ago
  • South Pasadena, CA
  • 1 day 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 Front Office Receptionist

  • El Cajon, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • El Cajon, CA
  • 2 days ago

Dental Front Office Receptionist Tribal, 2 Kwaaypaay Court, El Cajon, California, United States of America Req #14884 Friday, March 7, 2025 The ancestors of the Sycuan Band of the Kumeyaay Nation...

Dental receptionist / assistant

  • Anaheim, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Anaheim, CA
  • 3 days ago

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

Dental receptionist

  • Redwood City, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Redwood City, CA
  • 3 days ago

Position Overview:** We are seeking a motivated Dental Biller Trainee and Front Office Associate to join our dynamic team. This entry-level position will provide you with the opportunity to learn...

Front office /Back office Team Member

  • Newport Beach, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Newport Beach, CA
  • 3 days ago

Front office /Back office Team Member (Newport Coast) Ocean Hills Dentistry image 1 of 2 compensation: To commensurate on expereince employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Front...

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Dental Practice Administrator Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Improving Your Image: Dental Photography in Practice
This course will cover all aspects of the use of digital photography in dental practice: intra-oral, extra-oral, and portraits. Participants will be taken through photography, from the basics of...
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Marketing Your Dental Practice
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Salary for Dental Practice Administrator Jobs in California

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 California 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 California
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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