Dental Practice Administrator Jobs in New Jersey

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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Job Expectations: Utilize Dentrix software to maintain patient records and appointments Assist chairside with various dental procedures Perform dental prophylaxis and take X-rays Experience with Invisalign...

Experienced Dental Front Office

terminology and procedures Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and multitask effectively Excellent communication and customer service skills Fluent in Spanish a plus Company Information: At...

Assistant Office Manager

  • Flemington, NJ
  • 3 hours ago
  • Flemington, NJ
  • 3 hours 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,...

Assistant Dental Office Manager

  • Toms River, NJ
  • 7 hours ago
  • Toms River, NJ
  • 7 hours ago

Assistant Dental Office Manager Department/Location: Operations Reports to: Regional Vice President FLSA Status: Exempt Company Overview ProSmile is one of the fastest-growing dental...

Patient Coordinator

  • Linden, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Linden, NJ
  • 2 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,...

Front desk at a dental office

  • Englishtown, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Englishtown, NJ
  • 3 days ago

Front desk at a dental office (Englishtown) Davis Center for Advanced Dentistry Briar Hill Drive compensation: very competitive based on experience employment type: experience level: mid level job...

Dental Receptionist

  • Montclair, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Montclair, NJ
  • 3 days ago

Responsibilities include managing front desk, addressing phone calls, scheduling appointments and using Dentrix software to manage patient insurance and billing....

Patient Coordinator

  • Bridgewater, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Bridgewater, NJ
  • 3 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

  • Ocean, NJ
  • 4 days ago
  • Ocean, NJ
  • 4 days ago

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

Dental Receptionist

  • West New York, NJ
  • 5 days ago
  • West New York, 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

  • Stanhope, NJ
  • 5 days ago
  • Stanhope, 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...

Assistant Dental Office Manager

  • Haddon Township, NJ
  • 5 days ago
  • Haddon Township, NJ
  • 5 days ago

Position: Assistant Dental Office Manager Location: Haddon Township, New Jersey Job Type: Full-time About Us: Nuva Smile is a family-friendly dental practice of multi specialty doctors committed...

Dental receptionist PT

  • Sayreville, NJ
  • 5 days ago
  • Sayreville, NJ
  • 5 days ago

un Dental receptionist PT (Parlin) compensation: Based on experience employment type: job title: Dental receptionist Seeking an experienced dental receptionist for a busy dental practice! Must be...

Dental receptionist PT

  • Parlin, NJ
  • 6 days ago
  • Parlin, NJ
  • 6 days ago

Seeking an experienced dental receptionist for a busy dental practice! Must be able to work 2-3 days a week from 8am-5pm. No evening or weekends. Can lead to a full time position!

Dental Office Manager

  • Jackson, NJ
  • 13 days ago
  • Jackson, NJ
  • 13 days ago

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

Demographic Data for New Jersey

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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...
Tackling Antibiotic Resistance: What Should Dental Teams Do?
Antibiotics are lifesaving drugs when you need them, you need them to work. Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) poses a significant threat to health and wealth globally. Dental teams can do their bit...
Marketing Your Dental Practice
What will Dentists be able to do after this Course:This Course is designed for Dentists who are already having their own Dental Practice or those who are about to start their own Dental...

Salary for Dental Practice Administrator Jobs in New Jersey

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 New Jersey 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 New Jersey
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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