We are looking for a dedicated Office Assistant to join our team in Albany, New York. This long-term contract position plays a key role in supporting the smooth operations of a busy healthcare office. The ideal candidate will provide front desk, administrative, and billing support while maintaining a welcoming and organized environment for patients and staff. Responsibilities: • Greet and assist patients and visitors in a friendly and attentive manner at the front desk. • Handle administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, managing office supplies, and maintaining organized records. • Support billing and collections processes, including verifying insurance information and handling copay transactions. • Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient workflow and address patient inquiries effectively. • Serve as a backup for billing, accounts receivable, and collections tasks as needed. • Utilize office software, including Eclipse and Microsoft Office, to complete daily responsibilities. • Maintain a well-organized and clean reception area to enhance the patient experience. • Assist in training and cross-training team members to ensure coverage in key operational areas. • Manage interruptions and multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment. • Provide additional administrative support to the Office Manager and other team members as required.

• Previous experience in a medical office or strong administrative and billing background is preferred. • Proficiency in using office software such as Microsoft Office and familiarity with Eclipse is a plus. • Strong customer service skills with a friendly and detail-oriented demeanor. • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. • Ability to multitask and maintain focus in a dynamic environment. • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work well in a team-oriented setting. • Maturity, patience, and persistence to handle a variety of tasks and interruptions. • Availability to work flexible hours, including occasional Saturdays.

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Albany, NY
onsite
Temporary
19.00 - 25.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a dedicated Office Assistant to join our team in Albany, New York. This long-term contract position plays a key role in supporting the smooth operations of a busy healthcare office. The ideal candidate will provide front desk, administrative, and billing support while maintaining a welcoming and organized environment for patients and staff. Responsibilities: • Greet and assist patients and visitors in a friendly and attentive manner at the front desk. • Handle administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, managing office supplies, and maintaining organized records. • Support billing and collections processes, including verifying insurance information and handling copay transactions. • Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient workflow and address patient inquiries effectively. • Serve as a backup for billing, accounts receivable, and collections tasks as needed. • Utilize office software, including Eclipse and Microsoft Office, to complete daily responsibilities. • Maintain a well-organized and clean reception area to enhance the patient experience. • Assist in training and cross-training team members to ensure coverage in key operational areas. • Manage interruptions and multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment. • Provide additional administrative support to the Office Manager and other team members as required.
2025-09-24T20:28:50Z

Office Assistant Job in Albany | Robert Half