Patient Care Coordinator - Upper Ottawa Dental

Upperottawadental; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 33,062 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RRSP matching

Gym discounts

Insurance savings

Entertainment deals

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Job summary

Upper Ottawa Dental in Hamilton is seeking a Dental Administrator to welcome patients, manage schedules, and handle billing and records. You will optimize appointment flow, maintain patient data, and respond to calls and referrals with professionalism.

Minimum 1 year of dental administration experience and proficiency with dental software are required; clinical experience is a plus. This is a replacement, on-site position with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of Dental Administration experience is required.
• Experience with dental software programs is required.
• Clinical background is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and assist patients upon arrival, creating a warm and positive first impression
• Optimize the daily appointment schedule to ensure full utilization with minimal gaps
• Effectively manage the recall system and maintain accurate, up-to-date patient records
• Handle incoming patient calls and inquiries, including appointment scheduling, confirmations, changes, and cancellations
• Process referral letters and other patient correspondence from providers; organize, manage, and file all patient records and charts
• Proactively manage potential cancellations and address objections to encourage patients to keep their appointments
• Complete patient billing following treatment, process payments, submit insurance claims, and respond to fee inquiries in a professional and positive manner

Tools

Dental software

Job description

Get to Know Us:

At Upper Ottawa Dental, we are committed to delivering personalized, high-quality dental care in a welcoming and supportive environment. Proudly serving the Hamilton community, our experienced team provides comprehensive dental services for patients of all ages, utilizing modern technology and a patient-first approach. We value collaboration, compassion, and continuous learning, creating a workplace where team members are empowered to grow while making a meaningful impact on the oral health and well-being of our patients.

Schedule:

• Monday - Thursday: 7:45 am - 5:15 pm, some Fridays: hours depend on clinic needs

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

The wage for this Dental Administrator position is $24.00 - $26.00/hour depending on skills, experience, and location.

Please note that this is a replacement job opening.

Your Role:

• Welcome and assist patients upon arrival, creating a warm and positive first impression
• Optimize the daily appointment schedule to ensure full utilization with minimal gaps
• Effectively manage the recall system and maintain accurate, up-to-date patient records
• Handle incoming patient calls and inquiries, including appointment scheduling, confirmations, changes, and cancellations
• Process referral letters and other patient correspondence from providers; organize, manage, and file all patient records and charts
• Proactively manage potential cancellations and address objections to encourage patients to keep their appointments
• Complete patient billing following treatment, process payments, submit insurance claims, and respond to fee inquiries in a professional and positive manner

About You:

• Minimum 1 year of Dental Administration experience is required
• Experience with dental software programs is required
• Clinical background is considered an asset

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.