Medical Assistant, Podiatry - Part-Time

Mercyhealth; Rockford (IL); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & Disability Insurance

FSA/HSA Options

Paid time off

Parental and caregiver leave

Tuition and certification reimburse

Well-being programs

Employee discounts

Job summary

Mercyhealth in Rockford, IL is seeking a Part-Time Medical Assistant in Podiatry to support patient care and clinic operations. The role includes rooming patients, assisting with procedures, lab work, scheduling, and coordinating referrals, while handling registrations and payments to ensure a welcoming clinic experience.

Requires graduation from an ABHES/CAAHEP-accredited MA program, CPR/BLS within 90 days, and preferred clinical rotation exposure.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a medical assistant program ABHES/CAAHEP or equivalent.
• CPR/BLS certification within 90 days required.

Responsibilities

• Rooms patients and collects assessment data.
• Assists in examinations, treatments, and procedures.
• Assists with lab tests and QC projects.
• Answers calls and triages or directs to staff.
• Schedules and reminds patients of appointments.
• Registers patients and maintains up-to-date records.
• Coordinates referrals with insurance and other offices.
• Handles payments and receipts.
• Maintains patient charts and orders supplies.

Skills

Room patients

Assist exam

Laboratory procedures

Schedule appointments

Patient registration

Phone triage

Greet patients/visitors

Education

ABHES/CAAHEP MA program or equivalent

Tools

Computerized scheduler

Job description

## Medical Assistant, Podiatry - Part-TimeApply: Mercyhealth Perryville - Rockford, IL: Part time: Posted 3 Days Ago: 2026-02894**OVERVIEW** The Medical Assistant supports both patient care and daily clinic operations by rooming patients, collecting assessment information, assisting with procedures, scheduling appointments and coordinating referrals. This role also handles patient registration, phone calls, payments, medical records and supplies to help ensure an efficient and welcoming clinic experience.**SCHEDULE:** 20-hours per week **SHIFT:** Days **ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES*** Rooms patients, collects assessment data and prepares patient according to specific need.* Assists in examination, treatment and other clinic procedures.* Assists with laboratory procedures, screening tests and QI projects.* Answers telephone and either responds to inquiry, directs caller to appropriate personnel, or initiates a triage slip for response by medical personnel.* Schedules appointments and enters appointment date and time into computerized scheduler.* Conducts reminder calls to all patients.* Greet and directs patients, salespeople, and visitors.* Registers patients by verifying that patient's record is up to date and accurate.* Makes appropriate changes in computer system and on patient's chart.* Coordinates referrals for patients through insurance and other physician offices.* Collects payment from patients and issues receipt where applicable.* Prepares and maintains patient charts.* Maintains and orders supplies.**EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE**Graduate of a medical assistant program accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) or the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP), or graduate of a medical assistant program in a post secondary school or college that has institutional accreditation by a regional accrediting commission or by a national accrediting organization approved by the U.S. Department of Education, or a graduate of an educational program accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA), such as the National Healthcareer Association (NHA). Experience in a program with a clinical rotation preferred.**CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE*** Approved CPR or BLS certification required within 90 days.* Medication injection training and pharmacology is a required competency to perform medication administration.**OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES** N/A**LEVEL OF SUPERVISION**Some independent judgment is required, but decisions are limited by standard practices or procedures.**SUPERVISES**N/A**PAY RANGE:**$18.28 - $28.69Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:* Medical, Dental, Vision* Life & Disability Insurance* FSA/HSA Options* Generous, accruing paid time off* Paid Parental and caregiver leave* Career advancement and educational opportunities* Tuition and certification reimbursement* Certification Reimbursement* Well-being Programs* Employee Discounts* On-Demand Pay* Financial Education* Annual recognition/awards events* Partner appreciation days* Family entertainment/attractions discount* Community service/improvement opportunities