Dental Practice Administrator Jobs in Elizabeth, NJ

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 Desk Oral Surgery Office

  • Bayside, NY (22 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Bayside, NY (22 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

terminology Moderate to advanced computer knowledge Download PDF and JPEG files Ability to handle heavy work flow Ability to multitask Nice to Have Skills: Experience with WinOMS program Salary and...

Dental Front Desk/Assistant - part time

  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago
  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago

Familiarity with Dentrix is required, and proficiency in DEXIS is preferred....

Dental Office Front Desk

  • Bergenfield, NJ (19 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Bergenfield, NJ (19 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago

Dental office in Bergenfield, NJ is looking for front desk receptionist. Position can be part-time or full-time, depending on availability. Experience is a plus. Pay is based on experience.

Dental Front Desk// Assistance

  • Woodside, NY (15 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Woodside, NY (15 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago

DENTAL ASSISTANT & DENTAL RECEPTIONIST FULL TIME An established dental practice, is seeking a DENTAL ASSISTANT FT AND DENTAL RECEPTIONIST The position is for 5 days a week, DENTAL ASSISTANCE: The...

Dental Receptionist F/T

  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago
  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago

BUSY MIDTOWN DENTAL OFFICE IS LOOKING FOR AN EXPERIENCED DENTAL RECEPTIONIST. MUST BE FAMILIAR WITH INSURANCES AND HAVE EXPERIENCE WITH ELIGIBILITIES, COPAYS ETC. OTHER DUTIES INCLUDE COLLECTING...

$20_HighEnd Dental OFFICE_opening_For_PT/_Dental Receptionist

  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

HighEnd Dental OFFICE_Has opening_For_PT/_Dental Receptionist **** $20 per hr / Part-Time Dental Receptionist ***** Must be bilingual in English and Russian*********** Receptionists are...

Patient Coordinator

  • New Brunswick, NJ (18 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (18 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Job Description 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...

Dental Front Desk Receptionist

  • Brooklyn, NY (9 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (9 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

We are looking to bring on a front desk team member. Our office provides excellent customer service and high quality care for general and cosmetic dentistry. We are in search of someone who can...

Front Desk Coordinator/Receptionist

  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced front desk professional to join our dental practice. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in: Treatment planning Insurance verification...

Dental Treatment Plan Cordinator/Front Desk

  • Bayonne, NJ (3 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bayonne, NJ (3 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Overview We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced treatment plan coordinator/ front desk for a brand new office in Bayonne. You must have experiences with dental offices that deal with...

Office Manager

  • Jersey City, NJ (6 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ (6 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

. - Working knowledge of MS Word Suite, insurance claims processing and records management - Knowledge of Dental-Specific Electronic Medical Records (EMR) software (Dentrix, Eagle Soft, Curve Dental...

Office Manager

  • Hackensack, NJ (16 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hackensack, NJ (16 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

. - Working knowledge of MS Word Suite, insurance claims processing and records management - Knowledge of Dental-Specific Electronic Medical Records (EMR) software (Dentrix, Eagle Soft, Curve Dental...

Dental Receptionist

  • West New York, NJ (11 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • West New York, NJ (11 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Come join one of the "Top 10 Emerging Groups to Watch", as voted by Group Dentistry Now! We are looking for Dental Receptionists to help provide excellent customer service experience for our...

PT Dental Receptionist

  • Caldwell, NJ (13 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Caldwell, NJ (13 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Come join one of the "Top 10 Emerging Groups to Watch", as voted by Group Dentistry Now! We are looking for Dental Receptionists to help provide excellent customer service experience for our...

Dental Office Manager

  • Ridgefield Park, NJ (15 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Ridgefield Park, NJ (15 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Come join one of the "Top 10 Emerging Groups to Watch", as voted by Group Dentistry Now! We are looking for an Office manager to organize and coordinate administration duties and office...

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Salary for Dental Practice Administrator Jobs in Elizabeth, NJ

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 Elizabeth, NJ 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
3.6%
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 Elizabeth, NJ
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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