Dental Practice Administrator Jobs in Massachusetts

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

  • Longmeadow, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Longmeadow, MA
  • 1 day ago

Knowledge of dental terminology, procedures, and insurance processes is desirable....

Patient Care Representative

  • Saugus, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Saugus, MA
  • 3 days ago

This is Part-Time Patient Care Representative role. 42 North Dental is committed to helping our supported practices provide quality dental care and exceptional patient care. To achieve this...

Dental Office Manager

  • Hanover, MA
  • 4 days ago
  • Hanover, MA
  • 4 days ago

This is a Full-Time Dental Office Manager role. The practice manager at 42 North Dental is partnered with the Dental Director to drive the growth and success of the office by supporting excellence...

PATIENT COORDINATOR, GROUP PRACTICE, School of Dental Medicine, Clinical Affairs Job Description PATIENT COORDINATOR, GROUP PRACTICE, School of Dental Medicine, Clinical Affairs Category Boston...

Reporting directly to the Clinic Practice Manager, the Patient services provided, provide patient with appointment card, notify patient of required payment due at next session, verify session...

Patient Coordinator

  • West Springfield, MA
  • 4 days ago
  • West Springfield, MA
  • 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,...

Dental Office Manager

  • Westborough, MA
  • 4 days ago
  • Westborough, MA
  • 4 days ago

The Practice Leader (PL)/ Dental Office Manager will provide leadership and support growth initiatives to the Select Dental Management supported dental practices. They will bring non-clinical...

Dental Team Lead - Attleboro

  • Attleboro, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Attleboro, MA
  • 5 days ago

patient care, equipment monitoring, maintenance duties and compliance Qualifications At least one year of experience as an office manager in a Dental office Experience leading a team Knowledge of dental...

Dental Receptionist

  • Salem, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Salem, MA
  • 5 days ago

Job Listing ID: 4286765 Job Title: Dental Receptionist Application Deadline: Open Until FilledJob Location: Salem Date Posted: 06/06/2025Hours Worked Per Week: Not Provided Shift: Not Provided...

Dental Office Front Desk Temp. No experience necessary $25/hour

  • Watertown, MA
  • 6 days ago
  • Watertown, MA
  • 6 days ago

un Dental Office Front Desk Temp. No experience necessary $25/hour (Watertown, MA) Greater Boston Dental compensation: $25/hour employment type: job title: Dental Front Desk Relaxed, friendly...

Dental Front Office Coordinator

  • Greenfield, MA
  • 10 days ago
  • Greenfield, MA
  • 10 days ago

Dentrix experience strongly preferred. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Adhere to OSHA guidelines, HIPAA Privacy Policy, and operating procedures....

Scheduling Coordinator

  • Boston, MA
  • 11 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 11 days ago

We are an elite periodontal practice that is committed to exceptional care for our patients and first-class service to our referring doctors. We are looking for a fun, hardworking, compassionate,...

Front Desk Receptionist (Worcester)

  • Worcester, MA
  • 13 days ago
  • Worcester, MA
  • 13 days ago

environment Assist with presenting and/or explaining treatment plans Qualifications: Excellent Customer Service experience At least 1 year of recent work experience Previous Receptionist Experience Dentrix...

Dental Receptionist - Full-Time

  • New Bedford, MA
  • 16 days ago
  • New Bedford, MA
  • 16 days ago

Job Details Job Location : New Bedford MA - New Bedford, MA Position Type : Full Time Education Level : High School Salary Range : $20.00 - $25.00 Hourly Job Shift : Week Days Dental Receptionist...

Dental Office Assistant - Business Assistant

  • Brewster, MA
  • 17 days ago
  • Brewster, MA
  • 17 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...

Demographic Data for Massachusetts

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Dental Practice Administrator Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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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 Massachusetts

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 Massachusetts offer the following education background
High School or GED
25.8%
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 Massachusetts
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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