Dental Practice Administrator Jobs in Connecticut

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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Part-time Traveling Bilingual Patient Coordinator

  • Hartford, CT
  • 2 days ago
  • Hartford, CT
  • 2 days ago

Cortland Dental Part-time Bilingual Patient Coordinator Travel to New Haven, New Britian, Waterbury, and Hartford offices 8am - 5pm Monday - Friday (1-2 Saturdays/month as needed) Mileage paid...

Patient Coordinator

  • Manchester, CT
  • 11 hours ago
  • Manchester, CT
  • 11 hours 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,...

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

Patient Care Coordinator - Westport

  • Westport, CT
  • 6 days ago
  • Westport, CT
  • 6 days ago

Experience: 1-2 Years Experience in health care is required (dental experience preferred) Experience with Dentrix is a plus #hub2022 The Tend Difference The highest standard of care, anywhere....

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

  • Stamford, CT
  • 7 days ago
  • Stamford, CT
  • 7 days ago

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

Office Manager - Orthodontic Boutique

  • Trumbull, CT
  • 10 days ago
  • Trumbull, CT
  • 10 days ago

Office Manager - Orthodontic Boutique Ortho Boutique, 126 Monroe Turnpike, Trumbull, Connecticut, United States of America Ortho Boutique, 24 Old Kings Hwy S, Darien, Connecticut, United States of...

Patient Care Representative

  • Meriden, CT
  • 10 days ago
  • Meriden, CT
  • 10 days ago

Patient Care Representative Job Locations US-CT-Meriden Posted Date 4 days ago (2/27/2025 1:26 AM) Overview This ia Full-Time Patient Care Representative role. Salary range is $20-$25 an hour. 42...

Dental Front Office Registrar

  • Bridgeport, CT
  • 11 days ago
  • Bridgeport, CT
  • 11 days ago

Optimus Healthcare- A community Health Center driven by one mission: to provide high quality, affordable healthcare to the underserved population regardless of their ability to pay. Optimus is the...

Assistant Office Manager

  • Old Saybrook, CT
  • 13 days ago
  • Old Saybrook, CT
  • 13 days ago

Overview Assistant Office Manager Open Up to A Whole New Dental Experience Imagine working in a place which delivers best in class patient care and focuses on putting every patient first, every...

Patient Coordinator

  • CT
  • 14 days ago
  • CT
  • 14 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,...

Sales, Territory Business Manager, Oral Healthcare

  • Stamford, CT
  • 14 days ago
  • Stamford, CT
  • 14 days ago

Sales, Territory Business Manager, Oral Healthcare Job Description Field Sales Representative-Oral Healthcare The Field Sales Representative details the latest innovation of the Philips product...

Patient Service Representative

  • West Hartford, CT
  • 14 days ago
  • West Hartford, CT
  • 14 days ago

Overview Premier Dental of Conneticut is looking for a Dental Receptionist in West Hartford, Connecticut to join our clinical team by providing a high level of patient care and satisfaction while...

Dental Office Manager

  • New Britain, CT
  • 28 days ago
  • New Britain, CT
  • 28 days ago

Coordinating and moderating weekly doctor meetings Requirements Dental business office experience (3+ years) Excellent computer skills, Dentrix Ascend experience is a plus Ability to present a dental...

Front Desk Coordinator

  • Old Saybrook, CT
  • 29 days ago
  • Old Saybrook, CT
  • 29 days ago

Overview Front Desk Coordinator Open Up to A Whole New Dental Experience Imagine working in a place which delivers best in class patient care and focuses on putting every patient first, every...

District Dental Director

  • Shelton, CT
  • 29 days ago
  • Shelton, CT
  • 29 days ago

Job Summary: T his position is responsible for the assimilation and smooth operation of productive dental teams across multiple sites. In conjunction with the Chief Dental Officer, VP of Clinical...

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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...
Tackling Antibiotic Resistance: What Should Dental Teams Do?
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Marketing Your Dental Practice
What will Dentists be able to do after this Course:This Course is designed for Dentists who are already having their own Dental Practice or those who are about to start their own Dental...

Salary for Dental Practice Administrator Jobs in Connecticut

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 Connecticut offer the following education background
High School or GED
26.0%
Bachelor's Degree
25.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
18.9%
Associate's Degree
18.1%
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 Connecticut
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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