Dental Practice Administrator Jobs in North Carolina

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

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 14 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 14 days ago

We are a well established Endodontic Specialty Office. We are looking for a receptionist. The candidate should be able to schedule patients, verify insurances and take payments. We are looking for...

Front Desk Assistant

  • Durham, NC
  • 12 hours ago
  • Durham, NC
  • 12 hours 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 Assistant - Business Assistant

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 21 hours ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 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...

Dental Practice Manager

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 21 hours ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 21 hours ago

About the Practice Looking for something different in dental? Relationships and fun are just a few of the core foundations that make CarolinasDentist a great place to be! But we aren't just...

Dental Office Assistant - Business Assistant

  • Thomasville, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Thomasville, NC
  • 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...

Patient Coordinator

  • Albemarle, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Albemarle, NC
  • 2 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,...

Pediatric Dental Financial Coordinator

  • Henderson, NC
  • 4 days ago
  • Henderson, NC
  • 4 days ago

Patterson Eaglesoft dental experience required along with an understanding of dental insurance, PPOs, EOBs....

Pediatric Dental Scheduling Coordinator

  • Henderson, NC
  • 4 days ago
  • Henderson, NC
  • 4 days ago

Henderson Pediatric Dentistry offers the highest quality of dental care to infants, toddlers and adolescents, including those with special health care needs in a fun, friendly and welcoming...

Dental Receptionist

  • Cary, NC
  • 4 days ago
  • Cary, NC
  • 4 days ago

Now Hiring: Dental Receptionist | Cary St. Charles NC Oral Surgery + Orthodontics Office At NC Oral Surgery + Orthodontics, we don’t just say it — your smile really is our passion! That includes...

Dental Office Manager

  • Burlington, NC
  • 4 days ago
  • Burlington, NC
  • 4 days ago

Overview Come join our team as a Dental Office Manager! Location: Affordable Dentures & Implants 1429 University Drive, Suite 102 Burlington, North Carolina 27215 We are seeking an exceptional...

Patient Coordinator

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 4 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 4 days ago

About the Practice At Carolina Orthodontics & Children's Dentistry in Brier Creek, NC, our goal is to provide our community with the highest level of specialized care available. We believe that...

Dental Front Desk

  • Gastonia, NC
  • 5 days ago
  • Gastonia, NC
  • 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...

Part-time Temporary Division Secretary, Dental Programs

  • Jacksonville, NC
  • 5 days ago
  • Jacksonville, NC
  • 5 days ago

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: answering phones; processing purchase orders and time sheets; providing general information about the dental programs; printing and...

Assistant Dental Office Manager

  • Waynesville, NC
  • 6 days ago
  • Waynesville, NC
  • 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,...

Office Manager

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 8 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 8 days ago

Lane & Associates Family Dentistry is seeking a Dental Office Manager to lead our amazing Downtown Raleigh Capital team! We offer: Competitive pay! Insurance Coverage after 90 days of employment...

Demographic Data for North Carolina

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Salary for Dental Practice Administrator Jobs in North Carolina

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 North Carolina 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 North Carolina
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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