Dental Practice Administrator Jobs in Houston, TX

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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Receptionist/Front Desk Dental Office

  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago

Receptionist/ Front Desk needed for busy Alief area General dentist office. We are looking for a highly motivated individual with a great personality, customer skills, and positive attitude to...

UTHealth Houston School of Dentistry (UTSD), a part of UTHealth Houston, invites nominations and applications for the full-time position of Director, Dental Hygiene Program at the Associate or...

Front Desk Assistant

  • Sugar Land, TX (18 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 11 days ago
  • Sugar Land, TX (18 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 11 days ago

Experience working with Dentrix, handling dental office finances, and being able to multi-task....

Front Office Coordinator

  • Houston, TX
  • 13 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 13 days ago

Jamboree Pediatric Dentistry has a fantastic opportunity for a Bilingual (Spanish/English) Dental Receptionist! This position's primary responsibility is to handle all front office functions for...

PCC - General Offices

  • Spring, TX (21 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 15 days ago
  • Spring, TX (21 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 15 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....

Front Desk Coordinator

  • Houston, TX
  • 16 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 16 days ago

Join Our Team as a Front Desk Coordinator! Do you love working with kids and teens? Are you passionate about making dental visits fun and stress-free? If so, we want YOU to be part of our team at...

Dental Office Assistant - Business Assistant

  • Houston, TX
  • 20 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 20 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...

Front Office Coordinator - 77433

  • Cypress, TX (24 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 28 days ago
  • Cypress, TX (24 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 28 days ago

Between $34k and $36k Per Year DOE (Depends on Experience) Position range in Harris County $31k - $52k Per Year Front Office Coordinator - 77433 SMILEPOINT ORTHODONTICS PLLC Occupation: Office and...

Director - Dental Services

  • Houston, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 30+ days ago

Be a part of driving healthy change in our communities Earn up to $180,000 in Loan Repayment Assistance! Location: Legacy Montrose Clinic 1415 California St, Houston TX 77006 About the Position...

Patient Coordinator

  • Katy, TX (22 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Katy, TX (22 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 30+ 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 Insurance Coordinator

  • Houston, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 30+ days ago

terminology Ability to multi-task Comply with protocols and standards Support corporate vision and strategy Act with the patient in mind Excellent patient/staff rapport Job Types: Full-time, Part-time...

Business Manager

  • Houston, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 30+ days ago

Business Manager Job Locations US-TX-Houston ID 2025-20458 Category Front Office Staff Position Type Regular Full-Time Company Brand Brident Dental & Orthodontics Min USD $23.00/Hr. Max USD...

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Salary for Dental Practice Administrator Jobs in Houston, TX

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 Houston, TX 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 Houston, TX
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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