Dental Practice Manager: Lead Patient Experience & Growth

Chalmers Dental; Folsom (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Chalmers Dental in Folsom, CA is seeking an experienced Dental Practice Manager to lead daily operations of a private family dental practice. You will support patients and the team while upholding policies, financial processes, and quality standards.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of dental office experience, strong communication and organizational skills, and a patient-focused leadership style. This is a full-time, on-site role with standard weekday hours and opportunities to improve practice

Qualifications

• 3+ years of dental office experience is preferred.
• Experience working across multiple areas of a dental practice.
• Previous management or leadership experience is a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Comfortable making decisions independently.
• Patient-focused and team-oriented.
• Flexible Monday-Friday availability, with hours generally 7:30 AM–5:30 PM.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day clinical and administrative operations of the practice.
• Ensure office policies, procedures, and protocols are followed.
• Monitor and manage Accounts Receivable.
• Present treatment plans, explain financial policies, and discuss payment options with patients.
• Process and follow up on insurance claims.
• Identify ways to improve office efficiency, productivity, and overall workflow.
• Ensure OSHA, safety, and hygiene standards are maintained.
• Lead staff meetings, trainings, and daily huddles.
• Review schedules for errors or inconsistencies and work with the team to make adjustments.
• Manage scheduling blocks to maximize productivity.
• Monitor unscheduled treatment and ensure timely follow-up.
• Motivate the team through goals and office challenges.
• Conduct team check-ins and assist with annual performance evaluations.
• Support the team with other duties as needed

Skills

Dental office experience

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Decision making

Team orientation

Education

Degree in business or healthcare management

Tools

N/A

Job description

Chalmers Dental in Folsom, CA is seeking an experienced Dental Practice Manager to lead daily operations of a private family dental practice. You will support patients and the team while upholding policies, financial processes, and quality standards.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of dental office experience, strong communication and organizational skills, and a patient-focused leadership style. This is a full-time, on-site role with standard weekday hours and opportunities to improve practice