Assistant Dental Office Manager - (Pediatric / Ortho Experience Preferred)

Assistant Dental Office Manager - Full-Time
Location: Valley Stream, NY 
Base Salary: $25-$35/hour + Bonuses
Sign-On Bonus: $3,500

Lead a Growing Pediatric Dental Team in Queens!

At Pediatric Dentistry of Queens, we are committed to providing a fun, welcoming, and high-quality pediatric dental and orthodontic experience for children and families. We are seeking a highly motivated, organized, and experienced Assistant Dental Office Manager to lead and support our clinical and administrative teams, ensuring smooth operations and exceptional patient experiences every day.

We're especially interested in candidates with orthodontic leadership experience who enjoy balancing patient care, operations, scheduling, and team development in a fast-paced specialty practice.

Why You'll Love This Role

• Lead a thriving pediatric dental and orthodontic practice in Queens, NY

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses

• $3,500 Sign-On Bonus

• Supportive, collaborative, mission-driven team culture

• Make a direct impact on patients, families, and staff

Compensation & Perks

• Base Salary: $25-$35/hour(commensurate with experience)

• Performance Bonuses & Annual Salary Reviews

Full Benefits Package:

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Life Insurance Coverage

• FSA & HSA Options

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Aflac Supplemental Coverage

• Employee Discounts

Schedule

• Full-Time | 42-48 hours/week

• Monday-Friday

• On-Site in Valley Stream, NY 

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily front and back office operations efficiently

• Lead, mentor, and support staff using a servant-leadership approach

• Manage scheduling, billing, daily closeouts, and clinical workflow

• Ensure compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, and pediatric dental standards

• Track and analyze KPIs: production, collections, payroll, and expenses

• Handle escalated patient concerns professionally and empathetically

• Train staff on new systems, policies, and performance goals

• Supervise insurance verification, benefit reviews, and patient financing

• Collaborate with HR on staff development, coaching, and performance feedback

Qualifications

• 4+ years of dental experience, including 2+ years in a leadership role

• Proficiency with Dentrix or similar dental practice management software

• Orthodontic experience strongly preferred
• Experience working in a pediatric dental and orthodontic practice is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of orthodontic scheduling, treatment coordination, insurance, and patient financing is a plus.
• Experience managing workflows for multiple providers and specialties is preferred.

• Strong knowledge of pediatric dental procedures, insurance, and billing

• High school diploma or equivalent required; college degree or advanced certifications preferred

• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills

• Must be able to commute or relocate to Queens, NY

Why Join Our Team?

As Assistant Dental Office Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the success of our Queens office. You'll enjoy autonomy, career growth, and the satisfaction of leading a team dedicated to delivering outstanding pediatric dental care. At Pediatric Dentistry of Valley Stream we value collaboration, excellence, and kindness in everything we do.

Ready to Lead with Purpose?
Bring your leadership, organizational skills, and passion for pediatric dental care to a team that's transforming children's dental experiences-one smile at a time. Apply today!