Medical Assistant (CCMA/RMA Required)

Actalent; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and R

Life Insurance

Disability benefits

HSA

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant for a contract-to-hire role in a specialty outpatient clinic. The position combines clinical support with administrative duties, using Epic EMR to manage patient flow, documentation, scheduling, and follow-ups.

The ideal candidate holds a CCMA or RMA credential with BLS, 6+ years of MA experience, and advanced Epic skills including In-Basket management. Opportunity to grow within a large academic medical environment.

Qualifications

• Certified Medical Assistant credential (CCMA or RMA) required.
• Current BLS certification required.
• Minimum 6 years MA experience, outpatient clinic experience preferred.
• Advanced Epic EMR knowledge including In-Basket management.
• Proficient in scheduling and coordinating appointments in Epic.
• Experience managing patient follow-up workflows in Epic.
• Strong understanding of outpatient clinic operations and processes.
• Excellent communication with patients, physicians, and staff.
• Strong organizational skills for multi-tasking in a fast-paced clinic.

Responsibilities

• Room and prepare patients for visits to start each appointment smoothly.
• Document vital signs and patient information in Epic EMR.
• Assist with discharge instructions and follow-up coordination.
• Coordinate lab and imaging orders with timely completion.
• Support providers and staff to maintain efficient patient flow.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation in Epic EMR.
• Manage Epic in-basket messages and provider queues.
• Schedule appointments and coordinate follow-up visits.
• Handle appointment-related communications for patients.
• Contribute to outpatient clinic operations balancing clinical and admin duties.
• Collaborate with providers for timely follow-up and quality patient experiences.

Skills

CCMA / RMA credential

BLS certification

6+ years MA experience

Epic EMR

Epic In-Basket

Epic scheduling

Follow-up workflows

Outpatient clinic ops

Communication

Organization

Tools

Epic EMR suite

Job description

Job Title: Certified Medical Assistant Job Description

This Certified Medical Assistant position combines both clinical and administrative responsibilities in a specialty outpatient clinic setting. The role focuses on supporting physicians and clinic staff to ensure efficient patient flow, accurate documentation, and seamless coordination of patient care. You will work closely with providers and patients, using Epic EMR to manage clinical tasks, appointment scheduling, and follow-up workflows while contributing to a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Room and prepare patients for provider visits, ensuring a smooth and efficient start to each appointment.
• Obtain and document vital signs and patient information accurately in the Epic EMR system.
• Assist with patient discharge processes, including instructions and follow-up coordination.
• Coordinate and facilitate laboratory and imaging orders, ensuring timely completion and documentation.
• Support physicians and clinic staff to maintain efficient patient flow throughout the clinic day.
• Maintain accurate and thorough clinical documentation within Epic EMR.
• Manage Epic in-basket messages and provider queues, including appointment scheduling, lab follow-ups, and reschedules.
• Schedule patient appointments and coordinate follow-up visits in alignment with provider recommendations.
• Process appointment-related communications, ensuring patients receive clear and timely information.
• Assist with patient care coordination and workflow management to promote continuity of care.
• Collaborate closely with providers and clinic staff to ensure timely follow-up and high-quality patient experiences.
• Contribute to outpatient clinic operations by balancing clinical and administrative duties effectively.

Essential Skills

• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) credential.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Minimum of 6 years of Medical Assistant experience preferred, with strong exposure to outpatient clinic operations.
• Advanced Epic EMR knowledge, including experience with Epic In-Basket management.
• Proficiency in scheduling and appointment coordination within Epic.
• Experience managing patient follow-up workflows using Epic.
• Strong understanding of outpatient clinic operations and processes.
• Excellent communication skills for interacting with patients, physicians, and clinic staff.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple clinical and administrative tasks efficiently.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment while maintaining attention to detail.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience handling Epic in-basket messages and provider queues, including appointment scheduling, lab follow-ups, and reschedules.
• Demonstrated ability to support specialty outpatient care and patients with complex healthcare needs.
• Interest in gaining advanced Epic experience in an academic medical environment.
• Desire to build highly marketable skills in specialty outpatient care.
• Commitment to collaborative, team-based care with strong provider support.
• Motivation to pursue career growth opportunities within a leading healthcare organization.

Work Environment

This role is based in a specialty outpatient clinic with a small, close-knit atmosphere supported by the resources of a large academic medical environment. The schedule is a stable weekday shift, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with no weekend work. You will work alongside four physicians and a collaborative clinic team, using Epic EMR as the primary clinical and administrative system. The culture emphasizes teamwork, strong provider support, and making a meaningful impact on patients with complex healthcare needs. The organization offers competitive benefits, paid time off, retirement offerings, and opportunities for professional growth in a supportive, team-oriented setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of St. Louis, MO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $25.00/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 Type

This is a fully onsite position in St. Louis,MO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 5, 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 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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