Dental Practice Administrator Jobs in East Palo Alto, CA

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

  • Gentle Dental
  • Sunnyvale, CA (7 miles from East Palo Alto, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Gentle Dental
  • Sunnyvale, CA (7 miles from East Palo Alto, CA)
  • 11 days ago

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...

Dental Front Desk

  • Pleasanton, CA (19 miles from East Palo Alto, CA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Pleasanton, CA (19 miles from East Palo Alto, CA)
  • 15 hours ago

Our fast-paced dental office in Pleasanton is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual for a front desk position. Responsibilities include greeting patients, verifying dental...

Dental Front Office Administrator Coordinator - Flexible Schedule

  • Los Altos, CA (6 miles from East Palo Alto, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Los Altos, CA (6 miles from East Palo Alto, CA)
  • 5 days ago

un Dental Front Office Administrator Coordinator - Flexible Schedule compensation: based on experience and growth potential employment type: job title: Dental Front Office Administrator...

Associate Chief Dental Director

  • Oakland, CA (22 miles from East Palo Alto, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Oakland, CA (22 miles from East Palo Alto, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Asian Health Services, founded in 1974, provides health, social, and advocacy services for all regardless of income, insurance status, immigration status, language, or culture. Our approach to...

PCC - General Offices

  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from East Palo Alto, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from East Palo Alto, CA)
  • 12 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....

Dental Front Desk Receptionist-Bilingual

  • East Palo Alto, CA
  • 14 days ago
  • East Palo Alto, CA
  • 14 days ago

Knowledge of dental terminology and minimum 1 year of dental office experience required. Excellent customer service skills and professional demeanor; courteous and respectful phone skills....

Dental Office Receptionist

  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from East Palo Alto, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from East Palo Alto, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Insight Global is seeking a highly organized and friendly individual to join our client as a Dental Office Receptionist. The ideal candidate will be the first point of contact for our patients,...

Associate Dental Director

  • Union City, CA (10 miles from East Palo Alto, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Union City, CA (10 miles from East Palo Alto, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Associate Dental Director Department La Clinica Dental Union City Location Union City, CA Salary $171923 - $224016 Per Year Classification Regular Full-Time Job Function Dental Benefits This is a...

Dental Receptionist

  • Union City, CA (10 miles from East Palo Alto, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Union City, CA (10 miles from East Palo Alto, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Knowledge of dental terminology, knowledge of the community, and other provider organizations in the community preferred....

Patient Care Coordinator - Bilingual (Spanish)

  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from East Palo Alto, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from East Palo Alto, CA)
  • 45+ 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....

Associate Dental Director (45981)

  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from East Palo Alto, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA (15 miles from East Palo Alto, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Overall Summary Associate Dental Director will provide clinical leadership and expertise while overseeing dental programs in designated clinics and mobile vans to enhance patient care and ensure...

Front Office & Eligibility Coordinator

  • Oakland, CA (22 miles from East Palo Alto, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Oakland, CA (22 miles from East Palo Alto, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

Overview Supporting Community Healthcare is a rewarding role. LifeLong Medical Care is looking for a Front Office & Eligibility Coordinator to work at our East Oakland Health Center. The Front...

Dental Operations Manager

  • East Palo Alto, CA
  • 90+ days ago
  • East Palo Alto, CA
  • 90+ days ago

Job Details Job Location : Dental Clinic - East Palo Alto, CA Position Type : Full Time Salary Range : Undisclosed Job Category : Management Description ORGANIZATION The mission of Ravenswood...

Medical Assistant/Front Office Coordinator

  • Oakland, CA (22 miles from East Palo Alto, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Oakland, CA (22 miles from East Palo Alto, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

Overview Supporting Community Healthcare is a rewarding role. LifeLong Medical Care is looking for a Medical Assistant/Front Office Coordinator to work at our East Oakland Health Center and Eden...

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Salary for Dental Practice Administrator Jobs in East Palo Alto, CA

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 East Palo Alto, CA 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 East Palo Alto, CA
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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