Medical Administrative Assistant

Grande-Prairie-Family-Dental-Clinic-; Grande Prairie; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Grande-Prairie-Family-Dental-Clinic- in Grande Prairie, AB is seeking a Medical Administrative Assistant to support daily administrative operations on-site. You will assist healthcare professionals, manage patient records, and ensure smooth patient service in a fast-paced dental clinic environment.

The ideal candidate has 1–2 years in medical administration, strong organizational skills, and proficient use of MS Office.

Qualifications

• Degree, Diploma, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Medical Office Administration or Healthcare Administration education is an asset.
• Minimum 1–2 years of experience in an administrative or medical office environment.
• Experience in a healthcare setting is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the flow of information within the medical office.
• Interview patients to obtain and update medical histories.
• Schedule, confirm, and manage patient appointments.
• Train staff on office procedures and software systems.
• Maintain and organize filing systems and medical records.
• Order office and medical supplies and maintain inventory.
• Enter, format, and prepare electronic medical reports and documents.
• Ensure confidentiality and privacy of patient information.
• Prepare agendas and record meeting minutes.
• Perform accurate data entry and administrative support.

Skills

Organization

Communication

MS Office

Confidentiality

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Degree/ Diploma

Tools

Office management software

Job description

Position: Medical Administrative Assistant.

Location: 202, 10126-120 Avenue, Grande Prairie, AB T8V 8H9, Canada.

Salary: $35.90 – $37.00 per hour.

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent.

Work Location: On-site only.

Shift Schedule: Morning, Day, and Evening Shifts.

Job Summary: We are seeking a dedicated and organized Medical Administrative Assistant to join our healthcare team in Grande Prairie, Alberta. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting daily administrative operations, ensuring efficient patient service, maintaining confidential medical records, and assisting healthcare professionals with office coordination.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the flow of information within the medical office.
• Interview patients to obtain and update medical case histories.
• Schedule, confirm, and manage patient appointments.
• Train staff on office procedures and the use of current software systems.
• Maintain and organize filing systems and medical records.
• Order office and medical supplies and maintain inventory levels.
• Determine and establish office procedures and administrative routines.
• Enter, format, and prepare electronic medical reports, correspondence, spreadsheets, and other documents for review.
• Initiate, maintain, and update confidential medical files and records.
• Prepare draft agendas for meetings and record, transcribe, and distribute meeting minutes.
• Perform accurate data entry and administrative support tasks.
• Ensure compliance with privacy and confidentiality requirements in handling patient information.

Qualifications:

• Degree, Diploma, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Medical Office Administration or Healthcare Administration education is considered an asset.
• Experience Requirements
• Minimum 1 to 2 years of experience in an administrative or medical office environment.
• Experience working in a healthcare setting will be considered an asset.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and office management software.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.