Dental Operations / Office Manager

*DENTAL OPERATIONS / OFFICE MANAGER DESCRIPTION:* *Reports To: *Senior Leadership *Manager of People: *Yes *Date Revised: 01/04/2023* *Employment Status: *Exempt We are looking for an exceptional operations leader to join our thriving, family-oriented dental practices in University Center / La Jolla, CA.
The ideal candidate has extensive treatment planning experience, a continuous "keep the schedule full" mentality, strong organizational and multi-tasking abilities, and an affinity for holding fellow team members accountable.
Our future colleague must also be able to perform the duties described below while enhancing the practice’s culture and the patient-first mentality that we deeply believe in.
We offer competitive compensation, a fun and thriving working environment, and the opportunity to interact with exceptional clinicians and team members! *ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:* To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily with or without accommodation.
The requirements listed below are representative, but not all inclusive, of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required for the position.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
* Train and coach team members to ensure they can perform to the best of their abilities.
* Manage patient flow to maximize the experience for patients as well as creating efficient, effective days for both the clinicians and the front office staff.
* Perform duties in accordance with California’s allowable functions.
* Develop team members through support of learning plans and expansion of individual knowledge with regards to clinical technology and skill sets.
* Integrate specialty dental assistants into the team effectively.
* Ensure the team is aware of the practice schedule, including patients’ arrival and departure times.
* Assist the clinical team and ensure their ability to manage infection control, sterilization and disinfection processes for all products, equipment, and patient rooms in accordance with the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) guidelines.
* Maintain a clean and sterile workplace and create an atmosphere where patients feel comfortable.
* Lead mornings huddles when necessary and participate in meetings as required.
* Maintain adequate clinical supplies in the dental practice, while simultaneously remaining fiscally responsible by adhering to established budgets.
* Educate team on basic maintenance requirements, as appropriate, and ensure maintenance procedures are performed in a timely manner.
* Other duties as assigned by Management.
*RESPONSIBILITIES:* * Achieve financial performance and revenue growth goals while supporting our culture and mission.
* Act as an expert in the local market, employing best practices for patient acquisition and retention.
* Provide direct individual and team leadership to achieve success in an entrepreneurial environment.
*PREFERRED BACKGROUND:* * 5 years of relevant work experience (or equivalent coursework or on-the-job training in the fields of dentistry, business or training).
* Strong management and leadership skills.
* Experience leading teams, mentoring and coaching subordinates.
The employer is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, sex, ancestry, citizenship status, mental or physical disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, veteran status, or military status.
' ' Job Type: Full-time Pay: $73,000.
00 - $80,000.
00 per year Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Flexible spending account * Health insurance * Health savings account * Life insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance Schedule: * Monday to Friday Experience: * Dental Operations: 5 years (Required) Work Location: In person