**Albany Gastroenterology Consultants** have partnered with Allied DigestiveHealth which is one of the largest integrated networks of gastroenterologycare centers in the nation with over 200 providers and 60 locations throughoutNew Jersey and New York. As a fast-growing physician-led organization, ourdynamic structure encourages physician input and decision-making, whilesimultaneously offering operational support. Our dedicated, compassionate teamof providers prioritize personalized treatment plans for patients that deliverthe highest quality of care. All of our doctors are board-certified ingastroenterology and hepatology. Several of them serve as chief ofgastroenterology at nearby hospitals, and a number of them have beenrecognized as top-quality physicians in publications, including but notlimited to: Best Doctors in America and Top Doctors New Jersey, and US NewsHealth - US News & World Report. We are excited to announce that we are looking for a **Full-Time MedicalOffice Assistant** at Albany Gastroenterology Consultants in Albany NY The **Medical Office** **Assistant** Responsibilities are: * Work closely with nurses to care for patients in a team environment. * Report directly to nursing coordinator. * Retrieve patient voicemails - respond to same if appropriate. * Retrieve patient secure messages-respond to same if appropriate. * Generate task to nurse if unable to respond to voicemails or secure messages. * Make appointments: office visits, referrals, imaging studies & lab work. * Prior Authorization for imaging studies, medications, lab studies. * Generate result letters to patientssend portal messages. * Enter recalls for office appointments, imaging studies and procedures. * Excellent customer service skills and computer knowledge. The **Medical Office****Assistant** must have the following qualifications andexperience: * High School graduate or GED. * Basic Computer Competency * Commitment to confidentiality and respect * Ability to work independently, yet function collaboratively as a team * Medical office experience required 1 plus year Job Type: Per Diem and Fulltime available