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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Patient Coordinator

  • New Brunswick, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ
  • 1 day 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 Treatment Plan Cordinator/Front Desk

  • Bayonne, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Bayonne, 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
  • 3 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 3 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
  • 3 days ago
  • Hackensack, NJ
  • 3 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
  • 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...

PT Dental Receptionist

  • Caldwell, NJ
  • 5 days ago
  • Caldwell, 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...

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 Office Manager

  • Ridgefield Park, NJ
  • 5 days ago
  • Ridgefield Park, 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...

Office Manager 5+ Years Of Dental Management Experience Required

  • Woodbury, NJ
  • 8 days ago
  • Woodbury, NJ
  • 8 days ago

OFFICE MANAGER – HIGH-PERFORMING LEADER – DEPTFORD, NJ Are you an elite, top-tier dental operations leader with a proven track record of success in a fast-paced, high-producing orthodontic...

Patient Care Coordinator

  • Boonton, NJ
  • 8 days ago
  • Boonton, NJ
  • 8 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...

Assistant Dental Office Manager

  • Deptford, NJ
  • 14 days ago
  • Deptford, NJ
  • 14 days 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...

Dental Front Office Coordinator

  • Ocean, NJ
  • 14 days ago
  • Ocean, NJ
  • 14 days ago

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

Patient Coordinator

  • Burlington, NJ
  • 14 days ago
  • Burlington, NJ
  • 14 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

  • North Brunswick, NJ
  • 16 days ago
  • North Brunswick, NJ
  • 16 days ago

Job Title: Front Desk Department: Operations Reports to: Office Manager FLSA Status: Non-Exempt ****Looking for a dynamic candidate to join our Front Desk Team in Brighter Dental North Brunswick....

Part Time Dental Front Desk

  • Franklin, NJ
  • 16 days ago
  • Franklin, NJ
  • 16 days ago

Part Time Dental Front Desk (Somerset) compensation: Based on experience employment type: experience level: entry level job title: Dental Front Desk Front Desk Star Wanted for Growing Dental...

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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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Marketing Your Dental Practice
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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
25.8%
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 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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