Practice Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Now Hiring: Dental Office Manager in Arlington, Virginia
Frontline Source Group is hiring a full-time Dental Office Manager on behalf of a private dental practice in Arlington, Virginia. This is a ground-floor leadership role with autonomy to build operations from day one in a brand new, modern facility. The schedule runs Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM, 30 to 40 hours per week, with no evenings and no weekends. Our client is accepting interviews now for an immediate start.

Why join this Arlington, Virginia dental practice:
Our client built their Arlington office for leaders who want to shape culture, systems, and operations from the ground up. You will work directly with an owner-clinician who values strong administrative leadership, supported by a brand-new facility and current dental technology.
Brand new facility with CBCT 3D imaging and digital X-rays
Bright, modern office with natural light and high ceilings
Ground-floor opportunity to build systems and operations from day one
Leadership role with autonomy and decision-making authority
Comprehensive benefits including health insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, in-house dental care, and professional development
No evenings, no weekends, no on-call rotations
What you will do as the Dental Office Manager:
Oversee daily operations of the dental practice, ensuring smooth workflow and efficient systems
Manage and support front and back-office staff, create staff schedules, conduct training and performance evaluations
Monitor accounts receivable, manage collections, oversee billing processes, and track practice metrics and KPIs
Oversee insurance verification, claims submission, and follow-up; resolve billing issues and denials
Order and maintain inventory of office and clinical supplies, and manage vendor relationships
Assist with hiring, onboarding, payroll processing, and maintaining employee records
Ensure compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, and Virginia state dental board regulations
Monitor patient flow, appointment scheduling efficiency, and overall patient satisfaction
Implement systems and processes to support practice growth and operational excellence
Requirements to apply:
3 or more years of dental office management or leadership experience
Proven experience managing staff and overseeing daily operations
Strong knowledge of dental insurance, billing, and claims processing
Proficiency with dental practice management software
Understanding of HIPAA, OSHA, and dental regulatory compliance
Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
Strong organizational abilities and critical thinking skills
Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment
Preferred qualifications:
5 or more years of dental office management experience
Experience opening or managing a startup dental practice
Oryx cloud-based dental practice management software experience
Schedule, location, and compensation:
Location: Arlington, Virginia
Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM, 30 to 40 hours per week
Employment type: Full-time
Compensation: Competitive salary based on experience
Benefits: Health insurance, 401(k) with employer matching, paid time off, in-house dental care, professional development opportunities
Start date: Immediate
Who thrives in this role:
You are a natural leader who can manage office personalities with confidence, professionalism, and the right amount of warmth
You take ownership of your role without needing to be told twice and hold yourself and others accountable in a constructive, solution-oriented way
You are comfortable with ambiguity and thrive in environments where you help build structure, not just maintain it
You can sit across from an insurance company, a frustrated patient, or a difficult conversation and handle it with composure and good judgment
You bridge the clinical and administrative sides of the practice seamlessly, understanding enough about both to communicate effectively across the team
You bring energy to the culture, whether that is recognizing a team win, leading a staff meeting, or just making the office a place people are glad to come to
You understand that in a small business, your success and the practice's success are directly connected, and that motivates you
You treat every patient interaction as a reflection of the practice, leading your team to deliver a level of professionalism, empathy, and warmth that keeps patients coming back and referring others

About this Dental Office Manager placement with Frontline Source Group:
Frontline Source Group has placed professional and clinical talent nationwide since 2004. We are a Forbes-recognized recruiting firm with 32 plus office locations and more than 5,619 placements to date. Forbes Best Professional Recruiting Firms in America for 9 consecutive years (2018 through 2026), ranked number 158 in 2026
ClearlyRated Best of Staffing Client and Talent Award winner for 9 years, Diamond level
Inc. 5000 honoree and Expertise.com recognized
Trustpilot rating of 5.0 with 664 or more verified reviews
Our team handles your application with full confidentiality and works with you on schedule fit, compensation expectations, and what you want next in your dental management career.

How to apply for this Dental Office Manager job in Arlington, VA:
Submit your resume through our application page at frontlinesourcegroup.com/how -to-apply.html.
Include your earliest available start date and a brief note about what you are looking for in your next dental office management role. We review applications as they arrive and respond quickly to qualified candidates.