Dental Practice Leader / Patient Care Coordinator
Practice: Dentistry at LaSalle
Location: Burlington
Website: https://www.dentistryatlasalle.com
Role Type: Full-Time
Role Hours: Monday to Friday, including two evenings per week until 7:00 PM, and one Saturday per month from 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Job Overview
Dentistry at LaSalle is a family-friendly, patient-centered, moderndental practice dedicated to providing exceptional care in a welcoming and supportive environment.
We are seeking a motivated, people-focused, and operations-driven Practice Leader to join our team. This leadership role is integral in supporting both the clinical and administrative teams while ensuring smooth daily operations, high-quality service delivery, and a positive practice culture.
This is a hands-on leadership role that combines practice management responsibilities with front desk Patient Care Coordinator support. The successful candidate should be comfortable leading the team while also actively working at the front desk as needed, including scheduling, patient communication, billing support, and day-to-day administrative tasks.
The ideal candidate brings leadership experience, strong communication skills, and a passion for supporting teams in delivering excellent patient care.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee day-to-day operations to ensure efficiency, productivity, and a consistently positive patient experience.
- Lead, coach, and mentor administrative and clinical support team members to foster engagement, development, and retention.
- Partner with dentists and clinical leaders to align operations with high-quality patient care and clinical priorities.
- Provide hands-on front desk support in a Patient Care Coordinator capacity, including greeting patients, scheduling appointments, answering phones, managing patient inquiries, processing payments, supporting billing/insurance tasks, and ensuring an excellent patient experience.
- Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs); identify improvement opportunities and implement action plans.
- Ensure compliance with all health, safety, infection control, and regulatory requirements.
- Oversee scheduling, payroll administration, accounts receivable, and inventory management.
- Support recruitment, hiring, and onboarding of new team members.
- Facilitate effective communication across the practice and promote a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Handle patient concerns professionally and ensure timely resolution.
- Maintain accurate operational records and contribute to strategic planning and practice growth initiatives.
Qualifications
- Diploma or degree in Business, Office Administration, Healthcare Management, or a related field.
- 3–5 years of management or supervisory experience (dental or healthcare setting preferred).
- Strong leadership, coaching, and interpersonal skills with the ability to build trusted relationships.
- Demonstrated experience overseeing HR functions, including hiring, onboarding, coaching, performance reviews, and managing disciplinary actions or terminations with professionalism and discretion.
- Proven ability to manage budgets, forecasting, scheduling, performance metrics, and operational processes.
- Experience with dental practice management software such as Open Dental, Dentrix, Tracker, Abeldent, Paradigm, Cleardent, or equivalent.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
- Strong problem-solving and organizational skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Commitment to compliance, patient safety, and fostering a positive practice culture.
- Flexibility to work varied hours based on practice needs.
Practice Snapshot
Practice Name: Dentistry at LaSalle
Location: Burlington, Ontario
Operatories
- Total Operatories: 3
- Hygiene Operatories: 2
- Dentist (DDS) Operatories: 1
Clinical Team Structure
- Number of Hygienists per Day:
- Monday: 2
- Tuesday: 1.5
- Wednesday: 1
- Thursday: 2
- Friday: closed
- Saturday: 2
- Specialty Services Offered: Implant surgeries and restorations.
Office Environment & Culture
Dentistry at LaSalle is a modern, boutique family dental practice dedicated to delivering patient-centered care with a strong focus on oral health and overall wellness. Our team fosters a fun, friendly, and supportive work environment, united by a shared commitment to serving the Burlington community with compassion, professionalism, and exceptional dental care. We invite you to meet our team and experience the positive culture that sets us apart.
Technology & Software
- Practice Management Software: Open Dental, Live DDM
- Digital Tools: MaxAssist software, TRIOS digital scanner, digital X-rays, Guided Biofilm Therapy (GBT), and a wheelchair-accessible operatory to support patients requiring additional assistance
Neighborhood Highlights / Landmarks
Located in Burlington's Aldershot Village, the practice is situated within the LaSalle Park Retirement Community building, at the corner of Plains Road East and Waterdown Road. This convenient and well-established area offers easy access to major routes and serves a welcoming, close-knit community.
Compensation
- Pay Range: $35.00–$41.00 per hour
- Compensation is commensurate with experience and skills.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you're looking to join a team that is rooted in trust, guided by excellence, and committed to elevating patient care through innovation and digital dentistry, this is the place for you. We are a values-driven organization that empowers our teams, invests in growth, and embraces modern technology to deliver a truly exceptional patient experience.
If you want to make a meaningful impact every day, be supported by a collaborative culture, and grow your career within a forward-thinking dental network, we would love to meet you. Apply now and grow your career with us.
Pay: $35.00-$41.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
