Dental Practice Administrator Jobs in Washington, DC

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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Office Manager Sleep and TMJ / TMD Office

Dentrix and/or Dental Write knowledge preferred. Are passionate about learning, improving systems, and helping people thrive, patients and team alike....

Dental Office Assistant - Business Assistant

  • Brandywine, MD (20 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Brandywine, MD (20 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 4 hours ago

Preferred Experience 2+ years of experience in a dental or medical setting 1+ years of experience with insurance billing and accounts receivable Dentrix or other dental software experience Physical...

Patient Service Representative

  • Falls Church, VA (6 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Falls Church, VA (6 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 19 hours ago

Overview Dental Associates of Northern Virginia is looking for a Patient Service Representative in Falls Church, VA to join our clinical team by providing a high level of patient care and...

Dental Receptionist

  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 4 days ago

Apply Job Type Full-time Description Are you excited about a new and exciting opportunity? Do you have a passion for working with families and individuals in need of healthcare, housing, and...

Dental Front Office Assistant

  • Herndon, VA (19 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Herndon, VA (19 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 6 days ago

Preferred Experience 1+ years of experience in a dental or medical setting 1+ years of experience with insurance billing and accounts receivable Dentrix or other dental software experience Physical...

Orthodontic Scheduling Coordinator - Bethesda, MD

  • Bethesda, MD (6 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Bethesda, MD (6 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 7 days ago

About Us We are a Orthodontics in-a-box for dentists. Our vision is to become the outsourced Orthodontic solution for every dental office in America and lead the transition to Invisalign...

Patient Care Coordinator

  • Alexandria, VA (5 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Alexandria, VA (5 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 7 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...

Front Desk Coordinator I

  • Germantown, MD (21 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Germantown, MD (21 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 7 days ago

The vision of Smile Doctors is our people-first culture which creates an environment of passionate, caring Team Members dedicated to providing fun and encouraging relationships with each other and...

Director, Dental Operations

  • Columbia, MD (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 8 days ago
  • Columbia, MD (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 8 days ago

JOB SUMMARY: The Dental Services Director reports to Chief Operating and Quality Officer and is responsible for day-to-day operation of the dental practices, ensuring efficiency, high-quality, and...

Dental Office Manager

  • Bethesda, MD (6 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 13 days ago
  • Bethesda, MD (6 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 13 days ago

Working knowledge of practice management software, Dentrix Ascend. Superior communication skills with the ability to quickly establish rapport and work closely with patients and staff....

Patient Care Coordinator

  • Chevy Chase, MD (6 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 19 days ago
  • Chevy Chase, MD (6 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 19 days ago

Overview Our office is looking for an experienced and dedicated Dental Front Desk Coordinator to join our very busy and growing oral surgery family! Our ideal candidate has previous administrative...

Dental Operations Manager

  • Washington, DC
  • 20 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 20 days ago

Job Description: Operations Manager Reports to: Regional Director of Operations Pay Range: $65,000-$75.000 with bonus opportunities Sign on Bonus: $1000 Status: Exempt Company Overview Hero...

Front Desk (Minnesota Ave)

  • Washington, DC
  • 20 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 20 days ago

appointments when necessary Maintain a clean and professional office environment Assist with presenting and/or explaining treatment plans Qualifications: Bilingual (Spanish) Customer Service experience Dentrix...

Front Desk (Alabama)

  • Washington, DC
  • 20 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 20 days ago

appointments when necessary Maintain a clean and professional office environment Assist with presenting and/or explaining treatment plans Qualifications: Bilingual (Spanish) Customer Service experience Dentrix...

Front Desk (Georgia Ave)

  • Washington, DC
  • 20 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 20 days ago

appointments when necessary Maintain a clean and professional office environment Assist with presenting and/or explaining treatment plans Qualifications: Bilingual (Spanish) Customer Service experience Dentrix...

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Salary for Dental Practice Administrator Jobs in Washington, DC

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 Washington, DC 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
3.6%
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 Washington, DC
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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