Dental Practice Manager

Job Title:

Dental Practice Manager Location:

Ooltewah / Greater Chattanooga Area (In-Person)

Position Type:

Full-Time (5 Days/Week)

Base Compensation:

$28 - $35/hour (Commensurate with experience)

Additional Pay:

Performance-Based Collections Bonuses Benefits:

Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, 401(k) with Employer Match, Employee Discount, Paid Sick Leave, Uniform Allowance, CE Reimbursement About Our Practice We are an established, patient-centered private dental practice in the Ooltewah area distinguished by exceptional service, high-quality clinical treatment, and a values-driven culture. Late this summer, we are transitioning to a multi-provider model by welcoming a new associate dentist and expanding our patient care schedule to 5 days a week . To lead this transition, protect our collaborative office culture, and build the systems for our expanded capacity, we are seeking an experienced, systems-driven Practice Manager to partner directly with our owner-doctor. The Opportunity & Core Responsibilities This is a high-level operational role for a seasoned dental professional. To prepare for our upcoming expansion, you will begin on a 5-day schedule immediately to stabilize our front desk, master our workflows, and audit key systems before the new provider arrives.

Systems Implementation & Pre-Launch Optimization:

Take immediate ownership of the front desk schedule, ensuring patient flow is seamless and daily scheduling blocks are engineered for maximum efficiency.

Team Leadership & Development:

Mentor and guide our newly hired Treatment Plan Coordinator and oversee the operational transition of our front desk team.

Provider Scheduling Strategy:

Design and manage a multi-doctor schedule, strategically balancing the pace of our senior doctor and our incoming associate to maximize provider production without sacrificing patient care.

Financial Health & KPIs:

Monitor practice vitals—including accounts receivable, collections percentages, and case acceptance rates. Collaborate with or oversee third-party billing networks to keep internal operations lean and profitable. What We Are Looking For (Requirements)

Experience:

Minimum 5+ years of dedicated Dental Office or Practice Management experience. Direct experience navigating a multi-doctor practice or a major practice growth transition is highly preferred.

Software Proficiency:

Strong working knowledge of major dental practice management software (e.g., Curve, Dentrix, Eaglesoft, or Open Dental). While experience with cloud-based software is a plus, we are happy to train a systems-driven leader who understands ledger logic and scheduling flow.

The Leadership Mindset:

You possess high emotional intelligence, excellent communication skills, and the ability to hold a team accountable to shared growth goals.

Deep Insurance & Billing Logic:

A comprehensive understanding of PPO breakdowns, claims auditing, and ledger tracking. What We Offer A competitive, top-tier base hourly wage that respects your level of experience. A transparent, performance-based bonus structure tied to monthly practice collections—giving you direct upside as the practice scales. A collaborative environment where your leadership is valued, respected, and supported by ownership. A robust benefits package including 401(k) matching, accrued PTO, and full complimentary dental benefits for your household. No weekends. Enjoy a predictable schedule in a supportive, positive office culture.

Pay:

$28.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Employee discount Paid time off Application Question(s): Briefly describe your experience managing or structuring a schedule for multiple dentists simultaneously. Are you comfortable managing the daily front-desk scheduling and phone operations while simultaneously supervising other team members?

Work Location:

In person