Dental Practice Administrator Jobs in Tucson, AZ

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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Gentle Dental

Practice Manager

At Gentle Dental, our Practice Managers are committed to and passionate about their practice. As the leader of the team, they ensure that their office runs smoothly from open to close. In...

Patient Coordinator

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 2 days ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 2 days ago

Work for a company that is truly making the world a happier place, one smile at a time! At Benevis, we create over a million smiles a year in the communities we serve and believe that every person...

Front Desk Receptionist for Dental Office

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 2 days ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 2 days ago

Front Desk Receptionist for Dental Office (Tucson) Arizona Sunset Dental 2205 W Magee Rd, Suite 124 near Suite 124 compensation: Based on experience, employment type: experience level: mid level...

Front Desk Position @ Specialty Dental Office

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 4 days ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 4 days ago

We're a specialty dental office in Tucson looking to add to our friendly and fun team. We pride ourselves in providing the highest standards of care to our patients. We're looking for someone with...

Dental Front Office Assistant

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 5 days ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 5 days ago

the individual will need to protect PHI and maintain data safeguards. 1+ years of experience in a dental or medical setting 1+ years of experience with insurance billing and accounts receivable a Dentrix...

Front Office Administrative Assistant

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 12 days ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 12 days ago

years of experience in a dental setting strongly preferred; Ability to train if holds experience in an office/customer facing role 1+ years of experience with insurance billing and accounts receivable Dentrix...

Dental Receptionist

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 60+ days ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 60+ days ago

Overview Join our dynamic and growing team at our private dental practice! We are looking for a full-time Dental Receptionist to become a vital part of our team in the greater Tucson, AZ, area. In...

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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...
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Marketing Your Dental Practice
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Salary for Dental Practice Administrator Jobs in Tucson, AZ

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 Tucson, AZ 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 Tucson, AZ
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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