Job Title: Medical Office Assistant Medical Office Assistant – Downtown Fairfield | Gastroenterology Practice Join a welcoming, patient-focused team in the heart of Downtown Fairfield! We’re looking for a compassionate and motivated Medical Office Assistant to support our fast‑paced gastroenterology practice and help deliver an exceptional patient experience every day. For immediate consideration, schedule a meeting with me ASAP: https://talentassistant.actalentservices.com/assistant/bookings/85Y6bmzc Why You’ll Love This Role You’ll be at the center of our daily operations—helping patients feel cared for, supporting our clinical team, and ensuring the office runs smoothly. If you thrive in a busy environment and enjoy meaningful, patient‑facing work, this is the perfect opportunity. Key Responsibilities + Schedule procedure and office visit appointments in accordance with established policies and scripts + Update demographic and insurance information during scheduling + Obtain cardiac clearance when necessary and ensure documentation is complete + Support supervisors and team members with general office tasks + Answer incoming calls, take accurate messages, and direct communication appropriately + Draft and follow up on electronic messages and alerts + Maintain knowledge of provider-specific preparation procedures What You Bring + Strong customer service skills and comfort in a healthcare setting + Experience with inbound calls and medical/patient scheduling + Knowledge of Microsoft Office, EPIC, and EMRs + Ability to verify insurance and schedule efficiently + Clear verbal and written communication skills + Warm, professional interpersonal skills + Strong multitasking and problem-solving abilities + Ability to excel in a high-paced environment Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fairfield, CT. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $24.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Fairfield,CT. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Feb 16, 2026. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.