Medical Assistant - Internal Medicine

Medical Office AssistantThis Medical Office Assistant role supports an Internal Medicine office by providing high-quality administrative and clinical coordination during regular weekday hours. The position requires strong proficiency with EPIC and other electronic medical record (EMR) systems, along with excellent organizational and multitasking abilities to ensure smooth daily operations and exceptional patient service.ResponsibilitiesProvide comprehensive administrative support to an Internal Medicine office, ensuring efficient daily operations.Manage patient scheduling, appointment check-in and check-out, and related front-desk activities.Use EPIC and other EMR systems to accurately enter, update, and maintain patient information and medical records.Monitor and manage in-basket messages within EPIC, including routing information, responding to inquiries, and supporting clinical workflows.Coordinate communication between patients and clinical staff, ensuring timely follow-up and clear information sharing.Organize and prioritize multiple tasks throughout the day while maintaining attention to detail and accuracy.Support providers and clinical staff with administrative tasks related to Internal Medicine care.Maintain a professional, team-oriented attitude and collaborate effectively with colleagues.Uphold confidentiality and privacy standards when handling patient information and documentation.Contribute to a welcoming and efficient office environment through reliable, consistent support.Essential SkillsProficiency with EPIC electronic medical record (EMR) system.Experience using EMR systems to manage patient information and clinical workflows.Ability to manage in-basket messages within EPIC or similar systems.Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask effectively.Demonstrated ability to work as a team player in a medical office setting.High School Diploma or GED.Prior experience in an Internal Medicine office (highly preferred).Additional Skills & QualificationsExperience providing administrative support in a medical or healthcare office.Ability to maintain accuracy and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.Strong communication skills for interacting with patients and healthcare professionals.Comfort working with technology and adapting to electronic workflows.Reliability and professionalism in maintaining schedules and responsibilities.Work EnvironmentThis role is based in an Internal Medicine office operating Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with a one-hour lunch break for a 40-hour workweek. The environment is team-oriented and collaborative, with daily use of EPIC and other EMR technologies to support patient care and administrative processes. The position involves standard office-based duties, working closely with clinical and administrative staff in a professional healthcare setting.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of New Haven, CT.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $20.00 - $23.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. 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 TypeThis is a fully onsite position in New Haven,CT.Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Sep 23, 2026.About ActalentActalent 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. 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