What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Dental Office Manager position at Smiles for a Lifetime - Manning, a Welvista school- based program?
Overview
We are seeking a warm, organized, and energetic Assistant Dental Office Manager to help lead our children’s dental office. In this role, you will partner closely with the Office Manager to oversee daily operations, bridging the gap between our clinical and administrative teams. You will ensure a workplace where the environment is welcoming, comforting, and stress-free for children and their families.
Key Responsibilities
- Staff Leadership: Supervise, schedule, and support both front-office administrative staff and back-office clinical teams (assistants and hygienists) to ensure smooth daily operations.
- Practice Workflow: Optimize daily patient flow, oversee scheduling to maximize provider efficiency
- Software Management: Utilize Eaglesoft to manage patient records, track appointments, and pull operational reports.
- Compliance & Safety: Ensure all front and back-office processes maintain strict compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, and infection control guidelines.
Required Qualifications
- Experience: Minimum of 2–3 years of dental office leadership or coordination experience, ideally within a pediatric or family dentistry environment.
- Technical Skills: Strong proficiency and hands-on experience using Eaglesoft dental software is preferred.
- Leadership Ability: Proven track record of managing cross-functional teams (both administrative and clinical staff).
- Soft Skills: An exceptionally warm, patient, and family-friendly demeanor with the ability to de-escalate stressful situations calmly.
- Knowledge: Solid understanding of dental coding, insurance workflows, and clinical dental vocabulary.
Schedule & Location
- Job Type: Full-time, Monday through Friday
- Setting: School-based pediatric practice (Enjoy consistent daytime hours aligned with the school year structure!)
Compensation & Benefits
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
https://www.welvista.org/dental-patients/smiles-for-a-lifetime-clarendon/
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $41,000 - $57,000