Dental Practice Administrator Jobs in Plano, TX

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 Office Assistant

  • Wylie, TX (11 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Wylie, TX (11 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 4 hours ago

Our ideal candidate would be comfortable working with Dentrix, be familiar with dental insurance, comfortable submitting insurance claims, and overall a positive asset to our team!...

Front Desk Coordinator I

  • Rockwall, TX (22 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rockwall, TX (22 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 1 day 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...

Assistant Dental Office Manager

  • McKinney, TX (11 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • McKinney, TX (11 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 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,...

Dental Office Manager - Frisco

  • Frisco, TX (11 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 8 days ago
  • Frisco, TX (11 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 8 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...

Front Desk Assistant

  • Mesquite, TX (20 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 13 days ago
  • Mesquite, TX (20 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 13 days ago

Experience working with Dentrix, handling dental office finances, and being able to multi-task....

Dental Office Manager

  • Rowlett, TX (14 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 15 days ago
  • Rowlett, TX (14 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 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,...

Business Manager

  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 18 days ago
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 18 days ago

Business Manager Job Locations US-TX-Dallas ID 2025-21930 Category Front Office Staff Position Type Regular Full-Time Company Brand Brident Dental & Orthodontics Min USD $25.00/Hr. Max USD...

Dental Office Assistant

  • Plano, TX
  • 19 days ago
  • Plano, TX
  • 19 days ago

Our ideal candidate would be comfortable working with Dentrix, verifying insurance, submitting claims, presenting treatment, and overall a positive asset to our team!...

Dental Front Office

  • Frisco, TX (11 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Frisco, TX (11 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

*Familiarity with dental terminology, procedures, and insurance processes....

PCC - General Offices

  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

Preferred experience with Denticon/Dentrix. Skills and Abilities: Two (2) years of sales, customer service or related work experience. Bilingual Spanish-English skills preferred....

Office Manager Dental

  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

Overview The Business Manager at Sonrava is responsible for running and perpetuating a productive, efficient, and engaged dental practice. At the core of your dedication is supporting the doctors,...

Orthodontic - Office Manager

  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Dallas, TX (18 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 30+ days ago

Overview Love transforming smiles and leading teams? MINT Orthodontics is looking for an Office Manager who’s passionate about creating amazing patient experiences! Why Join MINT Orthodontics?...

Patient Coordinator

  • Rowlett, TX (14 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Rowlett, TX (14 miles from Plano, TX)
  • 60+ 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,...

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Salary for Dental Practice Administrator Jobs in Plano, TX

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 Plano, TX 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 Plano, TX
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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