Dental Practice Administrator Jobs in Illinois

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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Dental Receptionist - Business Assistant

  • Bloomington, IL
  • 21 hours ago
  • Bloomington, IL
  • 21 hours ago

office to create a great first impression of our team Manage front office duties, including answering phones, checking office mail and email, communicating with patients and insurance companies Utilize Dentrix...

Dental Front Office - Business Assistant

  • Peoria, IL
  • 21 hours ago
  • Peoria, IL
  • 21 hours ago

Preferred Experience 1+ years of experience in a dental or medical setting 1+ years of experience with insurance billing and accounts receivable Dentrix or other dental software experience Physical...

PCC - General Offices

  • Chicago, IL
  • 21 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 21 hours 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....

Patient Coordinator

  • Glen Carbon, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Glen Carbon, IL
  • 1 day 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,...

Assistant Dental Office Manager

  • Freeport, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Freeport, IL
  • 1 day 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,...

Dental Office Manager

  • Peru, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Peru, IL
  • 1 day 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 (Pulaski/W 43rd)

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago

appointments when necessary Maintain a clean and professional office environment Assist with presenting and/or explaining treatment plans Qualifications: Bilingual (Spanish) Customer Service experience Dentrix...

Patient Care Coordinator

  • Jacksonville, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Jacksonville, IL
  • 1 day ago

terminology Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a focus on delivering exceptional customer service Preferred Qualifications Previous experience in a dental or medical office setting...

Dental Office Assistant - Business Assistant

  • Springfield, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 1 day ago

Preferred Experience 1+ years of experience in a dental or medical setting 1+ years of experience with insurance billing and accounts receivable Dentrix or other dental software experience Physical...

Bilingual Patient Service Representative (Avondale)

  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago

Job Type Full-time Description About us: Orthodontic Experts is dedicated to quality care and orthodontic excellence; we are a community committed to making a difference in our patients' lives. We...

New Patient Coordinator (Arlington Heights)

  • Arlington Heights, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Arlington Heights, IL
  • 2 days ago

Job Type Full-time Description About us: Orthodontic Experts is dedicated to quality care and orthodontic excellence, we are a community committed to making a difference in the lives of our...

Dental Biller

  • Oak Park, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Oak Park, IL
  • 3 days ago

Job Title : Dental Billing Specialist Department/Location: Operations Reports to: Dental Billing Manager FLSA Status : Non-Exempt Direct Reports: No Company Overview ProSmile is one of the...

Patient Service Representative (Pilsen)

  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago

Job Type Full-time Description About us: Orthodontic Experts is dedicated to quality care and orthodontic excellence; we are a community committed to making a difference in our patients' lives. We...

Dental Receptionist Part time

  • Buffalo Grove, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Buffalo Grove, IL
  • 4 days ago

Our dental practice is looking for a part time receptionist. We are a three doctor, family-owned upscale general dentistry practice. Duties consist of scheduling appointments, answering calls,...

Front Desk/Receptionist

  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 days ago

terminology Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a focus on delivering exceptional customer service Preferred Qualifications Previous experience in a dental or medical office setting...

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Salary for Dental Practice Administrator Jobs in Illinois

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 Illinois 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 Illinois
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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