Dental Practice Administrator Jobs in Illinois

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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MINT Dentistry

Office Manager

Overview Are you ready to lead, inspire, and transform the way people experience dental care? MINT Dentistry is on the hunt for an extraordinary Office Manager who thrives in a dynamic environment...

Patient Service Representative (Willowbrook)

  • Willowbrook, IL
  • moments ago
  • Willowbrook, IL
  • moments ago

Job Type Full-time Description About us: Orthodontic Experts is dedicated to quality care and orthodontic excellence, we are a community committed to making a difference in the lives of our...

Dental Office Assistant - Business Assistant

  • Carterville, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Carterville, IL
  • 1 day 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...

Front Desk Receptionist (Pulaski/W 43rd)

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day 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 Receptionist (Blue Island)

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day 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 Receptionist (Chatham)

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day 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...

New Patient Coordinator II (Orland Park)

  • Orland Park, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Orland Park, IL
  • 2 days ago

Job Type Full-time Description About us: Orthodontic Experts is dedicated to quality care and orthodontic excellence, we are a community committed to making a difference in the lives of our...

Patient Care Coordinator

  • Westmont, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Westmont, IL
  • 2 days ago

Job Type Full-time Description Patient Care Coordinator Fairview Dental Care, Westmont, IL Make a Difference in Every Smile At Fairview Dental Care in Westmont, were committed to delivering...

Front Desk Receptionist

  • East Saint Louis, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • East Saint Louis, IL
  • 3 days ago

Familia Dental Title: Front Desk Receptionist Date: 07/24/2025 Job ID: 3361610 Relocation: No Degree: Not Specified Salary: Job Types: Receptionist Location: East St Louis IL First Name Last Name...

Patient Coordinator

  • Mattoon, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Mattoon, IL
  • 4 days ago

At Aspen Dental, we put You first, offering the security and job stability that comes with working with a world-class dental service organization (DSO). Our best-in-class training program,...

Hello. We're Haleon. A new world-leading consumer health company. Shaped by all who join us. Together, we're improving everyday health for billions of people. By growing and innovating our global...

Region Business Manager - Central (Endo)

  • Chicago, IL
  • 10 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 10 days ago

Id : 6142, Title : Region Business Manager - Central (Endo), Category : Field Sales, RequisitionType : US - Field Sales, JobGrade : null, RequisitionId : ...444, ExternalPostedStartDate :...

Patient Care Companion PCC 0.9 Night 7P-7A

  • Park Ridge, IL
  • 11 days ago
  • Park Ridge, IL
  • 11 days ago

Department: 34103 Advocate Lutheran General Hospital - Nursing Float Pool: Office Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 36 Schedule Details/Additional Information: CRU PCC 0.9...

Front Desk (Melrose Park)

  • Melrose Park, IL
  • 11 days ago
  • Melrose Park, IL
  • 11 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...

PCC - General Offices

  • Plainfield, IL
  • 12 days ago
  • Plainfield, IL
  • 12 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....

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Dental Practice Administrator Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Improving Your Image: Dental Photography in Practice
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Salary for Dental Practice Administrator Jobs in Illinois

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 Illinois 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 Illinois
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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