Dental Practice Administrator Jobs in Lake Stevens, WA

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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Pacific NW Smiles

Dental Front Office / Manager Dental Front Office / Manager

We are looking for an experienced, driven, self-motivated professional Front Office Coordinator Team Member to join our practice. We have been established since 2004 in the Mill Creek Town Center....

Dental Receptionist

  • Everett, WA (7 miles from Lake Stevens, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Everett, WA (7 miles from Lake Stevens, WA)
  • 4 days ago

Knowledge of dental terminology. Education High school graduate or equivalent. Preferred: Graduate of an accredited Office Skills Certification Program or related field....

Dental Receptionist

  • Snohomish, WA (7 miles from Lake Stevens, WA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Snohomish, WA (7 miles from Lake Stevens, WA)
  • 5 days ago

We use Dexis and Dentrix. We see patients on Mon 9-6 Tues 8-5 Thur 7-3 and Fri 8-1 (1st and 3rd of the month). Benefits include PTO, holidays pay, and medical....

Patient Care Coordinator

  • Lynnwood, WA (19 miles from Lake Stevens, WA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Lynnwood, WA (19 miles from Lake Stevens, WA)
  • 11 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...

Patient Services Specialist Lead

  • Bothell, WA (21 miles from Lake Stevens, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bothell, WA (21 miles from Lake Stevens, WA)
  • 30+ days ago

PATIENT SERVICES SPECIALIST LEAD Req #:240424 Department:SCHOOL OF DENTISTRY Job Location:Seattle Campus Job Location Detail:No Telework Posting Date:02/25/2025 Closing Info:Closes On 03/11/2025...

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

  • Bothell, WA (21 miles from Lake Stevens, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bothell, WA (21 miles from Lake Stevens, WA)
  • 30+ days ago

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

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Salary for Dental Practice Administrator Jobs in Lake Stevens, WA

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 Lake Stevens, WA 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 Lake Stevens, WA
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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