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Office Manager Shadowing Program at Lalor Family Dental
Internship Dates:
May 20 – August 14, 2025
Application Deadline:
April 30th
Availability Requirement:
Must be available on
May 20th for orientation and cannot miss more than 5 days throughout the internship.
About the Internship
Are you a student interested in the business, leadership, or healthcare side of dentistry? The Office Manager Internship at Lalor Family Dental offers a behind-the-scenes look at the operations and leadership that drive a successful dental practice.Ideal for students pursuing degrees or careers in healthcare administration, business management, or dental support services, this internship provides real-world exposure to patient care coordination, team leadership, and financial operations within a modern, high-performing dental organization.
Program Structure
- Duration: May 20 – August 14, 2026
- Orientation: Mandatory full-day orientation on May 20
- Time Commitment: Interns must attend regularly and may not miss more than 5 days over the course of the internship
- Training: Weekly focus areas covering operations, finance, leadership, HR, and patient experience
- Supervision: Direct mentorship from the Office Manager and senior administrative team
Key Responsibilities
- Office Operations:Observe and participate in front desk activities including scheduling, phone etiquette, and patient check-in/check-out.
- Team Coordination:Learn about team scheduling, reviewing timecards, and tracking attendance and performance metrics.
- Patient Service:Work with the Office Manager during patient interactions, and observe how patient feedback is addressed to enhance service quality.
- HR & Leadership Exposure:Gain insights into coaching sessions, performance evaluations, onboarding, and the recruitment process.
- Financial & Business Strategy:Learn how billing, budgeting, and goal-setting processes support sustainable business growth.
- MetricsLearn how to run reports that measure the practices performed and what key performance indicators are
Skills You’ll Develop
- Leadership & Team Management:Understand the dynamics of leading and supporting a high-functioning healthcare team.
- Customer Service & Communication:Develop strategies for handling patient feedback with professionalism and empathy.
- Healthcare Administration:Gain hands-on exposure to administrative systems including scheduling, compliance, billing, and reporting.
- Strategic Thinking:Learn how to align business decisions with long-term practice goals using data and feedback.
Benefits
- Business & Healthcare Experience:Acquire practical knowledge in dental operations that supports careers in healthcare leadership or business.
- Professional Mentorship:Receive personalized guidance and career advice from experienced office leaders.
- Career Development:Build transferable skills in organization, communication, and leadership that will enhance any career path.
Ideal Candidates
- Students interested in healthcare administration, business, or leadership
- Organized, reliable, and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communicators with a genuine passion for service and teamwork
- Professional in appearance, demeanor, and attitude
Set yourself apart in your applications and gain a deeper understanding of leadership in the dental field through this immersive and rewarding experience.
Apply today to kickstart your journey into leadership!
Hourly rate: $16.00
Lalor Family Dental is an equal opportunity employer. No person is unlawfully excluded from consideration for employment because of race, religion, creed, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, gender dysphoria, marital or family status, pregnancy, military status, veteran status, predisposing genetic characteristics or carrier status, arrest or conviction record, domestic violence victim status, or any other legally protected class or status.
Furthermore, we will not tolerate any form of discrimination or harassment of our employees by co-workers, supervisors, customers, or vendors. This commitment extends to our policies on recruiting, advertising, hiring, placement, promotion, training, transfer, wages, benefits, termination and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.Salary Description$16.00
