Dental Practice Administrator Jobs in Indiana

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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Patient Coordinator

  • Evansville, IN
  • 11 hours ago
  • Evansville, IN
  • 11 hours ago

Work for a company that is truly making the world a happier place, one smile at a time! At Benevis, we create over a million smiles a year in the communities we serve and believe that every person...

Bilingual Patient Coordinator

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 4 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 4 days ago

Work for a company that is truly making the world a happier place, one smile at a time! At Benevis, we create over a million smiles a year in the communities we serve and believe that every person...

Bilingual Orthodontic Patient Coordinator

  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 15 days ago
  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 15 days ago

Orthodontic Patient Coordinator Work for a company that is truly making the world a happier place, one smile at a time! At Pippin Dental, we create over a million smiles a year in the communities...

Patient Coordinator

  • Greenwood, IN
  • 1 day ago
  • Greenwood, IN
  • 1 day 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,...

Dental Receptionist - Business Assistant

  • Greenfield, IN
  • 5 days ago
  • Greenfield, IN
  • 5 days ago

office to create a great first impression of our team Manage front office duties, including answering phones, checking office mail and email, communicating with patients and insurance companies Utilize Dentrix...

Front Desk Coordinator

  • Jeffersonville, IN
  • 8 days ago
  • Jeffersonville, IN
  • 8 days ago

Front Desk Coordinator Location: Jeffersonville, IN, United States Date Posted: Apr 15, 2025 Description Front Office Coordinator Salary: Up to $ 22/HR based on experience Location: 2917 E 10th...

Dental Practice Manager-Multiple Sites

  • Danville, IN
  • 8 days ago
  • Danville, IN
  • 8 days ago

Dental Practice Manager-Multiple Sites Location: Danville, IN, United States Date Posted: Apr 18, 2025 Description Practice Manager-Multi Site Job ID: 10855 Location: Indianapolis area Job Type:...

Dental Office Manager

  • Merrillville, IN
  • 15 days ago
  • Merrillville, IN
  • 15 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,...

Patient Service Representative Trainer

  • Greenwood, IN
  • 18 days ago
  • Greenwood, IN
  • 18 days ago

Job Type Full-time Description Orthodontic Experts is a successful and fun orthodontic practice with 28 locations that service Illinois, Wisconsin and Indiana. This year we are on track to open...

Assistant Dental Office Manager

  • Valparaiso, IN
  • 19 days ago
  • Valparaiso, IN
  • 19 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,...

Dental Front Office Coordinator

  • Columbus, IN
  • 20 days ago
  • Columbus, IN
  • 20 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...

Patient Service Representative (Greenwood)

  • Greenwood, IN
  • 21 days ago
  • Greenwood, IN
  • 21 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 our patients' lives. We...

New Patient Coordinator (Greenway)

  • Greenwood, IN
  • 21 days ago
  • Greenwood, IN
  • 21 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...

Dental Receptionist

  • Crown Point, IN
  • 24 days ago
  • Crown Point, IN
  • 24 days ago

Dental Receptionist St John Smiles PC / Crown Point Smiles Crown Point, Indiana Are you an energetic and detail-oriented individual with a passion for providing exceptional customer service?At...

Patient Service Representative (Merrillville)

  • Merrillville, IN
  • 25 days ago
  • Merrillville, IN
  • 25 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 our patients' lives. We...

Demographic Data for Indiana

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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 Indiana

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 Indiana 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 Indiana
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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