Dental Practice Administrator Jobs in Irvine, 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

Business Manager

At Gentle Dental, our Business Managers are committed to and passionate about their office. They ensure that their office runs smoothly from open to close. In partnership with a Director of...

Dental Office Manager

  • San Juan Capistrano, CA (16 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 3 hours ago
  • San Juan Capistrano, CA (16 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 3 hours ago

., Dentrix Ascend) and office management tools. Knowledge of dental terminology and procedures is a must....

Dental Front Office

  • Diamond Bar, CA (17 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Diamond Bar, CA (17 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Requirements: -Previous experience in a dental office, with Dentrix experience preferred. -Strong organizational, multitasking, and communication skills....

Dental Receptionist

  • Orange, CA (6 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Orange, CA (6 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Receptionist -Fantastic Opportunity Take your dental career to the next level at West Coast Dental! We are seeking a friendly and motivated individual to join our team! If you have an outgoing...

Receptionist for Dental office

  • Lakewood, CA (23 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Lakewood, CA (23 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 5 days ago

un Receptionist for Dental office (LAKEWOOD) D & D Dental 4180 Woodruff Avenue compensation: Will inform during the interview employment type: job title: Receptionist Receptionist needed part-time...

Dental Office Manager

  • Fullerton, CA (12 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Fullerton, CA (12 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 6 days ago

We are paperless office with digital x-rays, digital scanner, CBCT, and Dentrix software. We offer health insurance benefit to our full time employee....

Office Manager

  • Irvine, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 7 days ago

At Gentle Dental, our Business Managers are committed to and passionate about their office. They ensure that their office runs smoothly from open to close. In partnership with a Director of...

Dental receptionist

  • Huntington Beach, CA (14 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Huntington Beach, CA (14 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Dental receptionist (Huntington beach, Santa ana) Emily Letran DDS APC compensation: Hourly wage employment type: experience level: mid level job title: Dental Receptionist Immediate FT opening...

Coordinator, Dental Hygiene - Clinic Receptionist - (Bilingual Spanish)

  • Anaheim, CA (13 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Anaheim, CA (13 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 18 days ago

Current Certified Dental Assistant (CDA) or California Registered Dental Assistant (RDA) license preferred....

Dental Receptionist - Perris

  • Perris, CA (24 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Perris, CA (24 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 24 days ago

Required Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent Bilingual in English and Spanish Minimum one (1) year experience in an office environment Familiarity with dental terminology, materials, and...

Program Director Dental Hygiene

  • Garden Grove, CA (10 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Garden Grove, CA (10 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Overview ** THIS POSITION WILL PAY BETWEEN $115,000 - $120,000 DEPENDING ON EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE*** SUMMARY The Program Director manages faculty and other academic staff and ensures effective...

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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 Irvine, 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 Irvine, 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 Irvine, 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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