Dental Practice Administrator Jobs in Highland, IN

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 Front Office - Business Assistant

  • Mokena, IL (22 miles from Highland, IN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Mokena, IL (22 miles from Highland, IN)
  • 5 days 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...

Patient Coordinator

  • Crestwood, IL (15 miles from Highland, IN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Crestwood, IL (15 miles from Highland, IN)
  • 6 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,...

Dental Office Manager

  • Merrillville, IN (8 miles from Highland, IN)
  • 7 days ago
  • Merrillville, IN (8 miles from Highland, IN)
  • 7 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,...

Assistant Dental Office Manager

  • Valparaiso, IN (24 miles from Highland, IN)
  • 10 days ago
  • Valparaiso, IN (24 miles from Highland, IN)
  • 10 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,...

Assistant Dental Office Manager

  • Crestwood, IL (15 miles from Highland, IN)
  • 10 days ago
  • Crestwood, IL (15 miles from Highland, IN)
  • 10 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,...

Patient Service Representative (Orland Park)

  • Orland Park, IL (20 miles from Highland, IN)
  • 13 days ago
  • Orland Park, IL (20 miles from Highland, IN)
  • 13 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

  • Crown Point, IN (12 miles from Highland, IN)
  • 16 days ago
  • Crown Point, IN (12 miles from Highland, IN)
  • 16 days ago

Dental Receptionist St John Smiles PC / Crown Point Smiles Crown Point, Indiana Are you an energetic and detail-oriented individual with a passion for providing exceptional customer service?At...

Patient Service Representative (Merrillville)

  • Merrillville, IN (8 miles from Highland, IN)
  • 16 days ago
  • Merrillville, IN (8 miles from Highland, IN)
  • 16 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 (Merrillville)

  • Merrillville, IN (8 miles from Highland, IN)
  • 24 days ago
  • Merrillville, IN (8 miles from Highland, IN)
  • 24 days ago

Job Type Full-time Description Join Our Team as a New Patient Coordinator- Grow into an Orthodontic assistant! Are you looking to start an exciting career in the dental field and work for a...

Dental Patient Service Representative

  • Merrillville, IN (8 miles from Highland, IN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Merrillville, IN (8 miles from Highland, IN)
  • 30+ days ago

Summary/Objective The patient service representative is the first point of contact between NorthShore Health Centers and its patients. Job duties of patient service representatives include...

Patient Care Coordinator

  • Palos Heights, IL (18 miles from Highland, IN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Palos Heights, IL (18 miles from Highland, IN)
  • 30+ days ago

Join Our Team as a Patient Care Coordinator! College Drive Dental Associates is a top dental practice dedicated to providing exceptional care in a friendly, supportive environment. We're looking...

Bilingual Patient Service Representative (Orland Park)

  • Orland Park, IL (20 miles from Highland, IN)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Orland Park, IL (20 miles from Highland, IN)
  • 45+ 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...

PCC - General Offices

  • Calumet City, IL (6 miles from Highland, IN)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Calumet City, IL (6 miles from Highland, IN)
  • 60+ 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....

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Salary for Dental Practice Administrator Jobs in Highland, IN

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 Highland, IN 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 Highland, IN
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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