Dental Practice Administrator Jobs in Norfolk, 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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Patient Coordinator

  • Suffolk, VA (15 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Suffolk, VA (15 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 1 day 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,...

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Dental Front Desk Assistant

  • Suffolk, VA (15 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Suffolk, VA (15 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 8 days ago

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

Orthodontic Patient Coordinator

  • Hampton, VA (14 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Hampton, VA (14 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 20 days ago

Overview Dental Patient Coordinator: Part Time/Orthodontics-Hampton, VA Spencer Dental and Braces-Hampton Location Part Time-Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday from 830am-5pm Previous Experience...

Patient Coordinator

  • Va Beach, VA (16 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Va Beach, VA (16 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 22 days ago

Overview Patient Coordinator/Dental Front Desk-Virginia Beach, VA Spencer Dental and Braces-Virginia Beach Location Full Time-5 Day Work Week-Rotating Saturdays Comprehensive Benefit Package...

Front Desk Coordinator I

  • Chesapeake, VA (7 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA (7 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 30+ days ago

Looking for a career that makes you smile? Hatcher & Frey Orthodontics is seeking a Front Desk Coordinator I to join our growing team. How you'll make us better: Greets and receives customers,...

Bi-Lingual Front Desk (Hampton)

  • Hampton, VA (14 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hampton, VA (14 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 30+ 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...

Patient Coordinator

  • Norfolk, VA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Norfolk, VA
  • 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,...

Military Skillbridge - Dental Office Manager

  • Chesapeake, VA (7 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA (7 miles from Norfolk, VA)
  • 90+ days ago

Overview Dental Care Alliances mission is to advance the practice of dentistry by partnering with and supporting dental professionals to create a lifetime of healthy smiles. Headquartered in...

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Salary for Dental Practice Administrator Jobs in Norfolk, 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 Norfolk, VA offer the following education background
High School or GED
26.0%
Bachelor's Degree
25.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
18.9%
Associate's Degree
18.1%
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 Norfolk, 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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