Dental Practice Administrator Jobs in Falls Church, VA

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 Office Assistant - Business Assistant

  • Saint Charles, MD (23 miles from Falls Church, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Charles, MD (23 miles from Falls Church, VA)
  • 1 day ago

years of experience in a dental or medical setting Preferred Experience 2+ years of experience in a dental or medical setting 2+ years of experience with insurance billing and accounts receivable Dentrix...

Patient Coordinator

  • Washington, DC (6 miles from Falls Church, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC (6 miles from Falls Church, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Description: Patient Coordinator Location: DC, Georgia Ave Pay Range: $17.50-$21.50 Reports to: Operations Manager or Assistant Operations Manager Status: Non-Exempt Company Overview Hero...

Dental Front Desk Representative

  • Fairfax, VA (16 miles from Falls Church, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fairfax, VA (16 miles from Falls Church, VA)
  • 1 day ago

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS: Under the supervision of the Dental Front Desk Lead, serves patients by greeting and helping them with their appointment needs; maintaining records and accounts. Promoting...

Dental Office Front Desk- Reston VA

  • Reston, VA (12 miles from Falls Church, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Reston, VA (12 miles from Falls Church, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Dentrix experience is required. Thanks, Dr Ali...

Front Desk/Office Manager

  • Fairfax, VA (16 miles from Falls Church, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Fairfax, VA (16 miles from Falls Church, VA)
  • 2 days ago

2+ years of experience in dental or medical front desk/office management Strong organizational and communication skills Knowledge of dental insurance and billing Familiarity with dental software (Dentrix...

Front Desk Coordinator I

  • Berwyn Heights, MD (15 miles from Falls Church, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Berwyn Heights, MD (15 miles from Falls Church, VA)
  • 3 days ago

Looking for a career that makes you smile? We're seeking a Front Desk Coordinator I to join our growing team. How you'll make us better: Greets and receives customers, determines nature of visit,...

Office Manager

  • Falls Church, VA
  • 4 days ago
  • Falls Church, VA
  • 4 days ago

Overview Office Manager-Dental Office-Falls Church, VA Pine Dentistry and Braces-Falls Church Location Full Time:5 day work week-Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 9am-6pm Competitive Pay Comprehensive...

Front Desk Coordinator

  • Manassas, VA (19 miles from Falls Church, VA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Manassas, VA (19 miles from Falls Church, VA)
  • 4 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 Front Desk

  • Rockville, MD (14 miles from Falls Church, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Rockville, MD (14 miles from Falls Church, VA)
  • 5 days ago

un Dental Front Desk (Rockville) General Dentist compensation: Based on experience. employment type: job title: Dental Front Desk Dental Front Desk Looking for someone with a great personality and...

Patient Care Coordinator

  • Herndon, VA (14 miles from Falls Church, VA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Herndon, VA (14 miles from Falls Church, VA)
  • 9 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...

Scheduling Coordinator

  • Ashburn, VA (21 miles from Falls Church, VA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Ashburn, VA (21 miles from Falls Church, VA)
  • 12 days ago

About the Practice NOVA Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics is the premier dual specialty practice in Ashburn. We excel in providing a safe, supportive, and family focused patient experience. Our...

Patient Care Coordinator

  • Chevy Chase, MD (9 miles from Falls Church, VA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Chevy Chase, MD (9 miles from Falls Church, VA)
  • 24 days ago

Be organized and possess a superior knowledge of dentistry and dental terminology....

Patient Service Representative

  • Springfield, VA (8 miles from Falls Church, VA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Springfield, VA (8 miles from Falls Church, VA)
  • 30+ days ago

Overview Pediatric Dental Care is looking for a Patient Service Representative in Springfield, VA to join our clinical team by providing a high level of patient care and satisfaction while...

Sales, Territory Business Manager- Oral Health (Columbia, South Carolina)

  • Washington, DC (6 miles from Falls Church, VA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Washington, DC (6 miles from Falls Church, VA)
  • 30+ days ago

Philips Sales, Territory Business Manager- Oral Health (Columbia, South Carolina) in Washington , District Of Columbia Sales, Territory Business Manager, Oral Healthcare (Columbia, South Carolina)...

Front Desk (Minnesota)

  • Washington, DC (6 miles from Falls Church, VA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Washington, DC (6 miles from Falls Church, VA)
  • 45+ days 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...

Demographic Data for Falls Church, VA

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Salary for Dental Practice Administrator Jobs in Falls Church, VA

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 Falls Church, VA 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 Falls Church, VA
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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