Medical Assistant 2: Hybrid Patient Care & Front Desk

Affiliated Podiatrists LTD; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Employee Discount Program

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Job summary

US Foot & Ankle Specialists is seeking a Medical Assistant 2 to join our podiatry practice. The role blends clinical patient care with front desk duties, offering variety and cross‑training across the office.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, CMA/RMA preferred, and strong multitasking and communication skills. This hybrid role involves travel between local offices and supports billing, scheduling, and patient care in a collaborative team setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Medical Assistant program completion or 2+ years of clinical experience
• CMA or RMA certification preferred but not required
• Strong multitasking, communication, and customer service skills
• Experience with EMR systems, medical terminology, and basic insurance processes
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and assist wherever needed
• Ability to travel between local office locations, as needed
• Technologically savvy; proficient in Microsoft 365 products, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams

Responsibilities

• Welcome patients, room them, take vitals, update medical history, and prepare them for exams
• Assist providers with injections, wound care, nail care, minor procedures, and in‑office surgeries
• Apply DME, strappings, and pads; take X‑rays; prepare and submit lab specimens
• Clean and sterilize instruments, stock rooms, and maintain daily supply readiness
• Answer phones, schedule appointments, manage provider calendars, and handle patient check‑in/out
• Verify insurance, referrals, and authorizations; collect copays and patient balances
• Maintain and update patient records through scanning, faxing, and data entry
• Support billing follow‑ups, orthotics tracking, and end‑of‑day documentation

Job description

US Foot & Ankle Specialists is seeking a Medical Assistant 2 to join our podiatry practice. The role blends clinical patient care with front desk duties, offering variety and cross‑training across the office.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, CMA/RMA preferred, and strong multitasking and communication skills. This hybrid role involves travel between local offices and supports billing, scheduling, and patient care in a collaborative team setting.