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 Center Management

  • Stockton, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Stockton, CA
  • 1 day ago

Our Company holds a global presence and is among the technology leader in providing esthetic, highest quality dental restorations. Revolutionizing the quality of the patients’ smiles within our...

PCC - General Offices

  • Corralitos, CA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Corralitos, CA
  • 9 hours 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 receptionist

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 14 hours ago

full job / part-time multiple locations Flexible schedule A private dental practice, focusing on preventive patient care, serving the families in Los Angeles, looking for a team member who is...

Dental Office- Front Desk Position

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 23 hours ago

Experience with Dentrix,scheduling, people skills, and treatment coordination. We are a General Practice with emphasis on Holistic approach. Fee for service practice, no insurance....

Front Office Clerk

  • Wasco, CA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Wasco, CA
  • 23 hours ago

This position is one of the most important functions in the health care delivery system and the first point where contact is made personally or by telephone. The person will receive the patient...

Office Manager

  • Winchester, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Winchester, CA
  • 1 day 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...

Orthodontic Front Desk Receptionist (San Luis Obispo & Arroyo Grande)

  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • 1 day ago

Orthodontic Front Desk Receptionist needed to join team at our fast-paced, progressive, reputable, and well-established San Luis Obispo & Arroyo Grande practice. An ideal candidate is committed to...

Dental Front Office/ Financial Coordinator

  • Folsom, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Folsom, CA
  • 1 day ago

JOIN OUR TEAM AS A DENTAL FRONT OFFICE COORDINATOR!! Are you a bright, energetic, and skilled dental office professional looking for a great working environment where you are appreciated? Sean...

Front Desk / Studio Coordinator Boutique Smile Studio

  • Summerland, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Summerland, CA
  • 1 day ago

Front Desk / Studio Coordinator Boutique Smile Studio Montecito, CA Starting at $21/hour + bonus opportunities Schedule: Wednesday to Sunday | 11:00 AM 7:00 PM Wellness-meets-beauty environment |...

Dental Front Office Phone Receptionist

  • National City, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • National City, CA
  • 1 day ago

Must be highly skilled in the following areas: Effective and respectful communication skills, experience with Dentrix, knowledge of dental procedures, operating a multi-line phone system, working effectively...

Patient Care Coordinator

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

terminology Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a focus on delivering exceptional customer service Preferred Qualifications Previous experience in a dental or medical office setting...

Dental Receptionist

  • San Marcos, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Marcos, CA
  • 2 days ago

Dental Receptionist vida family dental San Marcos, CA 3 days ago Quick Job type Full-time Quick Job description need a dental front office to cover our office in San Marcos for a about 3 weeks...

Dental Receptionist

  • Torrance, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Torrance, CA
  • 2 days ago

Search jobs Torrance, CA Dental Receptionist Dental Receptionist Confidential Dental Practice Torrance, CA 4 days ago Quick Job type Full-time Quick Job description We are looking to add a...

Dental Receptionist

  • Encinitas, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Encinitas, CA
  • 2 days ago

Dental Receptionist Warner Pediatric Dental Encinitas, CA 4 days ago Quick Job type Full-time Quick Job description Full Time Dental Receptionist - $18 to $20 / hr + Medical, 401K and Paid Time...

Dental Receptionist

  • Thousand Oaks, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Thousand Oaks, CA
  • 2 days ago

Search jobs Thousand Oaks, CA Dental Receptionist Dental Receptionist Skyline Dental Thousand Oaks, CA 2 days ago Quick Job type Full-time Quick Job description Duties for our Dental Front Office...

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Dental Practice Administrator Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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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
25.8%
Bachelor's Degree
25.3%
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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