Dental Practice Manager

Ipswich Smiles • Full-time • Ipswich, Massachusetts, United States • $62.20k - $74.91k / year • 6d ago

Job Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and highly organized Dental Practice Manager to lead and oversee the daily operations of a busy dental clinic. This energetic role requires a proactive leader who can manage staff, ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, and optimize the financial health of the practice. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in medical office management, dental office experience, and excellent administrative skills. As the driving force behind smooth clinic operations, you will foster a positive environment that promotes exceptional patient care and operational excellence.

Duties

Lead and supervise all clinic staff, including administrative personnel, dental assistants, and hygienists, to ensure high-quality patient service and team cohesion
Oversee fiscal management by developing budgets, managing billing processes, and controlling expenses to maximize profitability
Maintain compliance with healthcare regulations such as HIPAA, JCAHO standards, and OSHA requirements while ensuring patient confidentiality and safety
Utilize electronic health record (EHR) systems like Eaglesoft, Dentrix, eClinicalWorks, and Epic to manage medical records, appointments, billing, and documentation efficiently
Coordinate medical administrative support functions including scheduling, patient intake, insurance verification, and medical records management
Implement practice management strategies to improve workflow efficiency and patient satisfaction
Manage human resources functions such as hiring, training, performance evaluations, and staff development
Oversee clinic operations related to acute care procedures, managed care contracts, utilization management, and compliance with healthcare standards
Monitor financial performance through budgeting, financial reporting, and revenue cycle management to ensure sustainable growth
Foster a positive work environment that encourages teamwork, professional development, and adherence to all safety protocols

Experience

Proven experience in dental office management or healthcare administration with a strong understanding of medical office operations
Demonstrated supervisory experience leading teams within a clinical setting
Extensive knowledge of dental practice management software such as Eaglesoft or Dentrix; familiarity with EMR/EHR systems like Epic or eClinicalWorks is highly desirable
Strong background in fiscal management including budgeting, financial analysis, and revenue cycle processes
Knowledge of HIPAA regulations, medical terminology, medical records management, and healthcare compliance standards such as JCAHO requirements
Experience working in a busy dental or medical clinic environment with proficiency in office management tasks
Familiarity with acute care procedures, managed care contracts, utilization management processes and hospital or clinic experience is advantageous
Excellent organizational skills combined with the ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced healthcare setting

Join us as a Dental Practice Manager where your leadership will directly impact the quality of patient care while driving operational success. We value energetic professionals who thrive on making a difference every day!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $62,204.02 - $74,912.38 per year

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