Dental Practice Administrator Jobs in Kansas

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.

1-12 of 12 Jobs

Office Manager

  • Hays, KS
  • 9 days ago
  • Hays, KS
  • 9 days ago

vision, and life insurance Generous PTO and paid holidays Traditional and Roth 401(k) options Referral Bonus Program Qualifications 5+ years of dental or healthcare management experience is required Dentrix...

Traveling Orthodontic Patient Coordinator

  • Topeka, KS
  • 14 days ago
  • Topeka, KS
  • 14 days ago

KC Dental & Braces - Kansas City, KS Topeka Dental Clinic - Topeka, KS Mon and Tues - Kansas City, KS Wed and Thurs - Topeka, KS Friday - Optional Location Bilingual Preferred Mileage...

Dental Front Office Assistant

  • Wichita, KS
  • 4 days ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 4 days ago

Experience working with Dentrix, handling dental office finances, full insurance billing process (including claims submission, appeals, and denial management) and being able to multi-task....

Dental Office Manager

  • Kansas City, KS
  • 7 days ago
  • Kansas City, KS
  • 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

  • Topeka, KS
  • 8 days ago
  • Topeka, KS
  • 8 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 Coordinator

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 14 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 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,...

Department Chair and Program Director, Dental Hygiene (12 Month)

  • Wichita, KS
  • 14 days ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 14 days ago

Department: Dental Hygiene Campus Location: Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus Hire Type: Full Time Pay: Commensurate with experience Work Schedule: 8-5 M-F occasional weekends and/or evenings for CHP...

Dental Office Manager

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 19 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 19 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 Coordinator

  • Kansas City, KS
  • 45+ days ago
  • Kansas City, KS
  • 45+ 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 Director Kansas Metro

  • Wichita, KS
  • 30+ days ago
  • Wichita, KS
  • 30+ days ago

Job Title: General Dentist Director Job Location: Kansas Job Type: Full-Time, Employed Overview A well-established public integrated healthcare center is currently looking for a General Dentist to...

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

Office Manager

  • Hays, KS
  • 90+ days ago
  • Hays, KS
  • 90+ days ago

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance Generous PTO and paid holidays Traditional and Roth 401(k) options Referral Bonus Program Qualifications 5+ years of dental management experience is required Dentrix...

Demographic Data for Kansas

Moving to Kansas? Find some basic demographic data about Kansas below.


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Salary for Dental Practice Administrator Jobs in Kansas

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 Kansas 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 Kansas
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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