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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Dental Front Office Coordinator

  • Silver Spring, MD (9 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Silver Spring, MD (9 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 7 hours ago

Dr. Hank Gakavian, DDS proudly champions a patient-centric approach, fostering exceptional patient experiences, top-notch employee and dentist retention, and remarkable practice growth. You will...

Orthodontic Patient Coordinator. Job in Falls Church Gr8Jobs

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

Pine Dental and Braces Orthodontic Patient Coordinator Bilingual in English/Spanish required CPR/BLS with hands on required PT 8:45-5:00 pm M, W, Th Work for a company that is truly making the...

Dental Front Desk Assistant

  • Jessup, MD (21 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Jessup, MD (21 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 1 day ago

Experience working with Dentrix, handling dental office finances, full insurance billing process (including claims submission, appeals, and denial management) and being able to multi-task....

Dental Front Office Staff

  • Reston, VA (17 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Reston, VA (17 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 4 days ago

About the Practice At Virginia Dental Solutions are a large, busy, long-established dental practice in Reston, VA. Our offices offer up-to-date technology and follow all safety protocols...

Front Office Assistant

  • Bethesda, MD (6 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Bethesda, MD (6 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 5 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...

Dental Front Office Administrator

  • Washington, DC
  • 6 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 6 days ago

If you're an energetic, self-motivated professional who has excellent communication skills, knows most dental terminologies and how to explain procedures, we encourage you to apply....

Dental Office Assistant - Business Assistant

  • Saint Charles, MD (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 9 days ago
  • Saint Charles, MD (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 9 days ago

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

Patient Coordinator

  • Washington, DC
  • 9 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 9 days ago

Job Description: Patient Coordinator Location: DC, Georgia Ave Pay Range: $17.50-$21.50 Reports to: Operations Manager or Assistant Operations Manager Status: Non-Exempt Company Overview Hero...

Dental Front Desk Representative

  • Fairfax, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 9 days ago
  • Fairfax, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 9 days ago

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS: Under the supervision of the Dental Front Desk Lead, serves patients by greeting and helping them with their appointment needs; maintaining records and accounts. Promoting...

Office Manager

  • Falls Church, VA (6 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 13 days ago
  • Falls Church, VA (6 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 13 days ago

Overview Office Manager-Dental Office-Falls Church, VA Pine Dentistry and Braces-Falls Church Location Full Time:5 day work week-Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 9am-6pm Competitive Pay Comprehensive...

Dental Front Desk

  • Rockville, MD (14 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 13 days ago
  • Rockville, MD (14 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 13 days ago

un Dental Front Desk (Rockville) General Dentist compensation: Based on experience. employment type: job title: Dental Front Desk Dental Front Desk Looking for someone with a great personality and...

Patient Care Coordinator

  • Herndon, VA (19 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 17 days ago
  • Herndon, VA (19 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 17 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

  • Woodbridge, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 20 days ago
  • Woodbridge, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 20 days ago

Join Our Team as a Front Desk Coordinator! Do you love working with kids and teens? Are you passionate about making dental visits fun and stress-free? If so, we want YOU to be part of our team at...

Patient Care Coordinator

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

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

Patient Service Representative

  • Springfield, VA (14 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Springfield, VA (14 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 30+ days ago

Overview Pediatric Dental Care is looking for a Patient Service Representative in Springfield, VA to join our clinical team by providing a high level of patient care and satisfaction while...

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Salary for Dental Practice Administrator Jobs in Washington, DC

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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
25.9%
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 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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