Dental Practice Administrator Jobs in Maryland

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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Creative Front Desk & Social Media Assistant

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 1 day ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 1 day ago

Join Our Dental Practice with a Passion for Art & Photography! Are you a creative individual with a background in art and photography? Do you enjoy capturing powerful visual stories and have a...

Dental Office Assistant - Business Assistant

  • Saint Charles, MD
  • 5 days ago
  • Saint Charles, MD
  • 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 Assistant

  • Saint Charles, MD
  • 6 days ago
  • Saint Charles, MD
  • 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 days ago
  • Bethesda, MD
  • 6 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...

Front Desk Coordinator I

  • Germantown, MD
  • 6 days ago
  • Germantown, MD
  • 6 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
  • 7 days ago
  • Columbia, MD
  • 7 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...

Patient Coordinator-Bilingual in Spanish

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 11 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 11 days ago

Overview Bilingual Patient Coordinator: Dental Office-Baltimore, MD Porter Dental and Braces- Broadway location Full Time-5 Day Work Week/Rotating Saturdays Bilingual required (English/Spanish)...

Dental Office Manager

  • Bethesda, MD
  • 12 days ago
  • Bethesda, MD
  • 12 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....

Dental Clinic Coordinator- Bilingual(English & Spanish)

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 13 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 13 days ago

Certification/Licensure: Radiographic Imaging - dental x-rays. Certified in Cardio-pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) within 6 months of hire....

Assistant Dental Office Manager

  • Elkton, MD
  • 13 days ago
  • Elkton, MD
  • 13 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 Care Coordinator

  • Frederick, MD
  • 14 days ago
  • Frederick, MD
  • 14 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...

Patient Service Representative

  • Frederick, MD
  • 15 days ago
  • Frederick, MD
  • 15 days ago

Overview Dental One Associates is looking for a Patient Service Representative in Frederick, Maryland, to join our clinical team by providing a high level of patient care and satisfaction while...

Patient Coordinator

  • Westminster, MD
  • 15 days ago
  • Westminster, MD
  • 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 Care Coordinator

  • Chevy Chase, MD
  • 18 days ago
  • Chevy Chase, MD
  • 18 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...

Patient Coordinator-Part Time

  • Salisbury, MD
  • 21 days ago
  • Salisbury, MD
  • 21 days ago

Overview Patient Coordinator-Part Time: Dental Office Pine Dentistry and Braces-Salisbury MD Part Time-3 days per week with some Saturdays Competitive Salary Work for a company that is truly...

Demographic Data for Maryland

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Dental Practice Administrator Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Improving Your Image: Dental Photography in Practice
This course will cover all aspects of the use of digital photography in dental practice: intra-oral, extra-oral, and portraits. Participants will be taken through photography, from the basics of...
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Salary for Dental Practice Administrator Jobs in Maryland

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 Maryland 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 Maryland
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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