Practice Leader

GD-SDM Partnership LLC; United States; On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Family Dental Associates in Rutland, VT is seeking an experienced Dental Office Manager for a full-time role. You will supervise the team, manage patient flow, oversee opening/closing duties, and coordinate with clinicians to drive performance and compliance.

The role emphasizes leadership that reflects core IMPACT values and continuous improvement, with responsibility for KPI tracking, staffing, and vendor coordination.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of Dental Management experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and supervise team members.
• Manage opening/closing duties, finances, and inventory.
• Coordinate patient flow and staff training.
• Ensure policies, safety and compliance are followed.
• Utilize Workday and reporting tools for performance tracking.

Skills

Dental management

Tools

Workday

myLearning

metric software

P&L reports

Job description

Location: Family Dental Associates Dental Office Manager Full Time Rutland, VT, US Salary Range: $75,000.00 To $85,000.00 Annually *Must have 3-5 years of Dental Management experience

Our office managers not only oversee daily operations of the dental practice including supervising team members, managing patient flow, achieving team goals, and providing mentorship and training, but they also serve as a vital link between the dentist and the entire team, ensuring smooth communication and coordination. This position requires a leader who exemplifies our values of I.M.P.A.C.T:

• INTEGRITY: Do the right thing when no one is looking.
• MENTORSHIP: We learn from the best and share with the rest.
• PARTNERSHIP: Teamwork, unity & collaboration go faster and further.
• ACTION: We relentlessly pursue results & continuous improvement.
• CARING: We believe empathy will transform lives and strengthen communities.
• TRANSPARENCY: We have radically candid conversations to build authentic relationships.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:

• Daily Operations: Supervise all practice activities and ensure effective coverage for all positions. Manage all opening and closing duties including reconciling daily financials. Manage the supply inventory and act as the primary point of contact for the practice. Oversee internal billing invoices, maintain CPR certifications, and ensure all office policies, including safety and compliance-related policies and procedures, are followed. Utilize tools and resources, such as Workday, myLearning, metric software, and P&L reports, to effectively and efficiently run the office.
• Communication & Leadership: Plan, organize, and facilitate a daily morning huddle with all team members and additional team meetings as appropriate. Develop and maintain a positive relationship with doctors and regional managers to ensure effective communication across all levels of the company.
• Practice Performance: Achieve results by meeting or exceeding expected monthly and quarterly performance metrics. Ensure end-of-day, weekly, monthly, and quarterly tracking and reporting is accurate and readily accessible to doctors and upper management. Monitor, analyze, and report on weekly/monthly KPI’s. Ensure constant alignment with quarterly IMPACT goals. Report out on goals, KPI’s, etc. to Regional Manager and Doctors as requested.
• Team Member Management & Support: Effectively supervise all practice team members, including managing the team within the Human Resource Information System (HRIS), team member performance management, and issue/conflict resolution. Act as a trusted advisor to team members, providing ongoing guidance, coaching, and support. Help cross train team members for professional development and office efficiency. Manage practice recruiting, hiring, and onboarding of new team members. Manage all team schedules, payroll, and time & attendance, while keeping the appointment scheduler up to date with office hours and doctor availability.
• Patient Support & Guidance: Consistently communicate with patients in a courteous, empathetic, and professional manner. Prioritize the patient experience by overseeing a system for answering telephones that ensures timely response, developing and managing the patient flow through the office, and stepping in to assist wherever needed. Provide support to help encourage patients to accept treatment. Ensure accuracy and attention to detail to minimize patient complaints.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING:

• Skills & Passion: You have a natural ability to relate to others in a compassionate, empathetic way. You have a high level of emotional intelligence and a passion for helping others and ensuring success within the practice.
• Communication: Whether it's leading a morning huddle or presenting to leadership, you’re a confident communicator with excellent presentation skills. You often over-communicate to eliminate doubts, seek regular feedback, routinely summarize key points, and adapt communication style to suit the audience.
• Tech-Savvy: You’re comfortable troubleshooting technical issues within the practice and communicating with IT as needed. You are comfortable using Microsoft Programs, such as Excel, PPT, Word, etc.
• Problem Solver: You’re not just reactive, but proactive in finding creative ways to overcome obstacles and engage team members in issue resolution. You are comfortable mediating and resolving conflicts within the practice in a professional and objective manner.
• A Collaborative Spirit: You thrive in team environments and enjoy working with cross-functional teams to make a real impact #sdmlo FLSA Status: Exempt

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, disability status or other legally protected status. We will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.

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Thank you for considering a career with us! We understand you have options and that each of you have specific interests and goals. We take pride in learning about what is important to you and why you are looking to make a career change. We look forward to exploring this potential opportunity with you and providing you with enough information to make an informed decision about the next step in your career. We strive every day to provide the best possible experience for our patients. We believe strongly in our values that guide us towards unity and teamwork. Collectively we make an I.M.P.A.C.T that makes a difference. I-Integrity M-Mentorship P-Partnership A-Action C-Caring T- Transparency