Practice Manager - Lakeside Dental

Get to Know Us: At Lakeside Dental Center, we believe that a healthy smile is the foundation of a happy life. Located in the heart of Halifax, our practice is led by Dr. Ellen Drysdale and Dr. Joseph K. Carter, who are dedicated to providing high-quality, prevention-focused care in a warm and welcoming environment. We take pride in serving patients of all ages and building lasting relationships based on trust and respect. Our team is passionate about combining clinical excellence with genuine compassion. We focus on patient education and personalized treatment, empowering individuals and families to take an active role in their oral health. Every visit is designed to be a positive experience, where patients feel comfortable, cared for, and confident in the care they receive. Joining Lakeside Dental means becoming part of a close-knit, collaborative team that values both professional growth and community impact. We are proud to serve the Halifax community and are committed to making a meaningful difference through dentistry that is guided by respect, integrity, and excellence. Schedule: Full time What Sets Us Apart: Grow Without Limits: We’ll match your ambition, curiosity and drive to be your best with award-winning education, hands-on experience, real recognition and proven pathways that grow your expertise on your terms Brilliant Rewards: Competitive pay with annual reviews, RRSP matching to grow your future, and a comprehensive total-rewards package, which includes gym discounts, insurance savings, entertainment deals, and more, along with access to our Employee and Family Assistance Program Build Your Career with Us: Be part of a team that shares expertise, tackles challenges together, and works with modern technology, tools, and systems so you can focus on what matters most: patient care, professional development, and practice growth Culture & Flexibility: Career development with industry-leading CE, social and networking events, and a flexible, work-life balanced environment that supports your professional growth Your Impact: Operational Planning & Execution Build and execute plans to improve daily operations of the practice ensuring maximum productivity, operational excellence and develop strategies to increase organic patient growth Constantly review clinic environment and key business indicators to identify problems, concerns, and opportunities for improvement to provide coaching and direction to team Compliance & Patient Safety Partner with Compliance, DC Institute and Human Resources to ensure the clinic is fully compliant and meets the provincial health regulation standards Manage and oversee all compliance programs within the practice, while leading by example to ensure patient safety is a top priority Work in accordance with the practice’s Health and Safety Policies and Procedures and in compliance with applicable provincial legislation Leadership Lead, coach and motivate the team to improve productivity, engagement and retention of patients Drive the implementation of company programs, policies and procedures by supporting action plans and directly motivating the team to meet operational and company objectives Support recruitment efforts to interview dental professionals and assess for best fit Manage and analyze daily staffing costs and payroll administration; oversee accounts receivable process About You: University or College Diploma in business or office administration 3-5 years experience as a Dental Practice Lead or Dental Practice Manager is required Experience in a supervisory or management role contributing to business operations including staff scheduling, finances, inventory and people management Strong business acumen and extensive experience in budgeting and forecasting Experience with dental software systems and Microsoft Office is preferred Strong commitment to maintaining health regulation and operational standards Willingness to work varied hours to align with business needs Application Information: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in Canada. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities and patients we serve. While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Applicants who require accommodation during the application or hiring process are encouraged to contact our Recruitment Team; all requests will be reviewed and addressed on a case-by-case basis.

The Practice Manager is responsible for overseeing daily operations, ensuring maximum productivity, and driving patient growth through strategic planning. They also lead, coach, and motivate the team while ensuring full compliance with health regulations and safety standards.

Candidates must possess a University or College Diploma in business or office administration and have 3-5 years of experience as a Dental Practice Lead or Manager. Strong business acumen, proficiency in dental software, and a commitment to operational standards are essential.

• Competitive pay • Annual reviews • RRSP matching • Gym discounts • Insurance savings • Entertainment deals • Employee and Family Assistance Program • Industry-leading CE

• LeadershipPreferred
• Microsoft OfficePreferred
• Inventory managementPreferred

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• Operational planning
• Staff management
• Budgeting
• Forecasting
• Dental software systems
• Microsoft Office
• Compliance management
• Patient safety
• Recruitment
• Payroll administration
• Accounts receivable
• Leadership
• Coaching
• Business acumen
• Inventory management
• Oral Health
• Office Administration
• People Management
• Business Operations
• Curiosity
• Compassion
• Accounts Receivable
• Dentistry
• Business Acumen
• Management
• Dental Informatics
• Patient Safety
• Operational Excellence
• Operational Planning
• Operations
• Patient Education And Counseling
• Scheduling
• Plan Execution
• Payroll Administration

• Healthcare
• Management & Leadership
• Administrative
• Finance & Accounting
• Human Resources
• Dental Practice Manager
• Health Service Managers
• First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week