Dental Practice Administrator Jobs in Arkansas

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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Front Desk Assistant

  • Springdale, AR
  • 12 hours ago
  • Springdale, AR
  • 12 hours ago

Experience working with Dentrix, handling dental office finances, full insurance billing process (including claims submission, appeals, and denial management) and being able to multi-task....

Dental Office Manager

  • Searcy, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Searcy, AR
  • 1 day ago

Overview Come join our team as a Dental Office Manager! We are seeking an exceptional Dental Office Manager with a GREAT "growth-minded" attitude, superior work ethic, and willingness to provide...

Patient Coordinator

  • Russellville, AR
  • 8 days ago
  • Russellville, AR
  • 8 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 Receptionist - Leap Kids Dental

  • Bryant, AR
  • 10 days ago
  • Bryant, AR
  • 10 days ago

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. Do you consider yourself a true people...

Dental Front Office Coordinator - Impact Oral Surgery

  • El Dorado, AR
  • 16 days ago
  • El Dorado, AR
  • 16 days ago

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. A few specific duties: Patient scheduling...

Philips Sales, Territory Business Manager- Oral Health (Columbia, South Carolina) in Rogers , Arkansas Sales, Territory Business Manager, Oral Healthcare (Columbia, South Carolina) The Territory...

Sales, Territory Business Manager - Oral Healthcare (Chicago Downtown)

  • Rogers, AR
  • 30+ days ago
  • Rogers, AR
  • 30+ days ago

Philips Sales, Territory Business Manager - Oral Healthcare (Chicago Downtown) in Rogers , Arkansas Sales, Territory Business Manager, Oral Healthcare (Downtown Chicago, IL) The Territory Business...

Demographic Data for Arkansas

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Salary for Dental Practice Administrator Jobs in Arkansas

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 Arkansas 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 Arkansas
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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