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Medical Assistant

Medical Assistant

ActalentEast Saint Louis, IL, US
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Job Description

Job Description

Medical Assistant

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Medical Assistant to join our back-office team. The role involves providing exceptional patient care and supporting our medical staff in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

  • Contact patients via phone or mail to schedule medical evaluations and follow up on abnormal test results or missed appointments.
  • Ensure the orderliness of the patients' and staff environment, contributing to collaborative patient responsibility.
  • Report patient and family complaints or questions to the health center or office manager.
  • Work with direct supervisors to improve patient care quality and nursing time management.
  • Collaborate with staff members to deliver quality patient care.
  • Clarify orders or procedures with providers to ensure quality patient care.
  • Measure and record patients’ vital signs including blood pressure, weight, length, temperature, and head circumference, notifying the nurse or provider of any unusual findings.
  • Answer phone calls and document messages clearly in the patient’s chart.
  • Clean and restock examination rooms regularly.
  • Conduct eyesight and hearing tests using the Snellen Eye Test and Hearing Test.
  • Obtain laboratory specimens and monitor stock supplies, notifying the appropriate person when supplies are low.

Essential Skills

  • Advanced knowledge of basic medical terminology and procedures.
  • At least 2 years of experience in a medical assisting role.
  • High School diploma or GED equivalent.
  • Graduate of an accredited school for Medical Assistants.
  • Additional Skills & Qualifications

  • Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) certification is not required but provides a pay increase.
  • Work Environment

    The position is based at a single site with multiple specialties, operating Monday through Friday from 8 am to 5 pm. The environment is slow-paced, with each provider seeing approximately 12-15 patients. This schedule allows for work-life balance with no weekend shifts.

    Job Type & Location

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Sauget, Illinois.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00 / 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 Sauget,IL.

    Application Deadline

    This position is anticipated to close on Oct 7, 2025.

    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 for other accommodation options.

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    Medical Assistant • East Saint Louis, IL, US