Dental Practice Manager

Overview
We are seeking an experienced and highly organized Dental Practice Manager to oversee daily operations of a busy dental clinic. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, extensive knowledge of medical office management, and proficiency with our dental-specific software system such as Open Dental. This role offers an opportunity to lead a dedicated team, ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, and optimize practice efficiency. The Practice Manager will be instrumental in maintaining high standards of patient care, managing financials, and supporting the clinical staff to deliver exceptional dental services.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily clinic operations, ensuring smooth workflow and patient satisfaction
• Supervise administrative staff, including scheduling, training, and performance evaluations
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA, JCAHO standards, and other healthcare regulations
• Utilize Open Dental for accurate medical records management
• Oversee human resources activities including hiring, onboarding, and staff development
• Monitor clinic performance metrics and implement process improvements for efficiency
• Maintain knowledge of managed care, utilization management, and insurance billing procedures
• Ensure confidentiality of medical records and adherence to HIPAA guidelines
• Support practice growth initiatives through strategic planning and community outreach

Skills

• Proven experience in medical office or dental office management with a strong understanding of healthcare operations
• Strong leadership skills with supervising experience in a healthcare setting
• Excellent financial management skills including budgeting and fiscal oversight
• Knowledge of medical terminology, medical records management, and healthcare regulations including HIPAA and JCAHO standards
• Ability to manage human resources functions effectively within a clinical environment
• Exceptional organizational skills with attention to detail in office management tasks
• Experience in acute care or hospital settings is advantageous but not required
• Effective communication skills to liaise between clinical staff, patients, vendors, and external agencies

This position offers the opportunity to lead a dynamic team within a reputable dental practice committed to delivering high-quality patient care while maintaining operational excellence.

Pay: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person