Job Description

The Opportunity:

We are seeking an admin assistant/steri tech for our dental office in Westlock, AB. Yl. Our office operates from

8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on weekdays

and is closed on weekends and statutory holidays. This is a

permanent Part-time (16 hours per week) or full-time (35 hours per week) position

.

What You Will Benefit From:

No evening or weekend hours

- enjoy work-life balance!

A friendly and supportive team

work in a positive environment with patients and staff.

Valuable learning opportunities

- gain hands-on experience from experienced dental professionals.

A chance to contribute to community health

- make a difference in people's well-being.

Daily Responsibilities:

Optimize the appointment schedule to ensure a complete, efficient day with minimal gaps. Handle patient calls and inquiries with a friendly and professional attitude, including appointment confirmations and modifications. Manage potential cancellations and encourage patients to keep their scheduled appointments. Process patient billing, accept payments, submit insurance claims, and respond to fee inquiries. Collect outstanding balances professionally and courteously. Maintain an accurate patient recall system and database. Process referral letters and patient correspondence promptly. Organize and file patient records and charts accurately. Coordinate lab cases efficiently. Manage the office social media Prepare dental instruments for procedures, including cleaning, disinfecting, and sterilizing instruments and equipment. Ensure sterilization equipment is adequately maintained and operated per manufacturer guidelines. Keep detailed records of all sterilization processes to maintain compliance and ensure patient safety. Monitor inventory levels of sterilization supplies and reorder as needed. Adhere to safety protocols for handling and disposing of contaminated materials, chemicals, and equipment. Maintain a clean and organized sterilization and storage area. Prepare treatment rooms before the dentist arrives by disinfecting and arranging necessary instruments and materials.

Essential Requirements:

High school diploma. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strong computer and typing abilities. Confident, outgoing personality. Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy. Motivation and ability to learn quickly. Team-oriented mindset. Passion for working in a dental office. Interest in becoming a Registered Dental Assistant. Residence within a

30-minute drive from Westlock

.

Preferred but Not Required:

At least one year of experience as a

dental sterilization technician

. At least one year of experience

working in a dental office

.
We appreciate all applications; however, we will contact only shortlisted candidates. We appreciate your interest in joining our team!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental care On-site parking Paid time off
Ability to commute/relocate:

Westlock, AB T7P 2J2: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:

Secondary School (required)
Experience:

sterilization: 1 year (preferred) Dental office: 1 year (preferred)
Language:

English (required)
Work Location: In person