Clinical Assistant Jobs in Rhode Island

Clinical Assistant jobs in Rhode Island concentrate in ambulatory care clinics, hospital outpatient departments, and multi-specialty physician practices, with demand running from entry-level to experienced roles across the state. The heaviest hiring is in Providence, Warwick, and Pawtucket, where anchor systems like Lifespan, Care New England, and Brown Medicine maintain large clinical footprints. The most sought-after specialties in Rhode Island right now are primary care support, behavioral health, and orthopedics. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles13
Top employerBrown University Health
Top cityProvidence, RI
Cities hiring5
Work type100% On-site
Top industryEducation

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Clinical Administrative Assistant
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Clinical Administrative Assistant
HopeHealth
Providence, Rhode Island
Caregiving & Elderly Support
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
High school diploma or GED
501-1,000

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Sr Clinical Research Assistant
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Sr Clinical Research Assistant
Brown University Health
Providence, Rhode Island
Creative & Design
Product Management
UI/UX Design
$48k.8 - $79k.8/yr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Clinical Research Assistant
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Clinical Research Assistant
Brown University Health
Providence, Rhode Island
Clinical Trials & Medical Research
Laboratory Research
Healthcare Administration
Clinical Trials
$42k - $69k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Clinical Call Center Representative Urology (Medical Assistant)
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Clinical Call Center Representative Urology (Medical Assistant)
Brown University Health
Providence, Rhode Island
Customer Support
Sales
Technical Product & Program Management
$18.13 - $29.9/hr
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Clinical Research Assistant PD
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Clinical Research Assistant PD
Brown University Health
East Providence, Rhode Island
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Specialists
$19.97 - $32.96/hr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Clinical Assistant Jobs by City in Rhode Island

Where Rhode Island roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Providence
9 jobs
Kingston
1 job
Smithfield
1 job
Hope Valley
1 job
East Providence
1 job

Clinical Assistant Job Market in Rhode Island

A snapshot from current Rhode Island openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Brown University Health5 open roles
Providence College2 open roles
HopeHealth1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education
  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Rhode Island Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in clinical assistant jobs across Rhode Island.

  • Active clinical assistant certification or registration recognized in Rhode Island
  • High school diploma or equivalent with completion of a clinical assistant training program
  • Demonstrated experience with electronic health records such as Epic or Meditech
  • Current Basic Life Support certification from an accredited provider
  • Ability to perform clinical tasks including vital signs, phlebotomy, and EKG
  • Strong communication skills and experience working in a team-based care setting

Clinical Assistant Jobs in Rhode Island: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a clinical assistant in Rhode Island?

Rhode Island does not have a standalone state license for clinical assistants, but most employers require a nationally recognized credential such as a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant or Registered Medical Assistant credential before hiring. Candidates typically complete a certificate or associate degree program at a Rhode Island institution, finish a supervised clinical externship, and then pass a national certification exam. Holding a current credential signals readiness to Rhode Island hiring managers and is often listed as a firm requirement in job postings.

Which companies hire clinical assistants in Rhode Island?

Rhode Island clinical assistant roles are posted by Brown University Health, Providence College, and HopeHealth and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Rhode Island's hiring is anchored by large integrated health systems and affiliated multispecialty practices that maintain consistent demand across the Providence metro and surrounding communities.

Which Rhode Island cities have the most clinical assistant jobs?

Providence, Kingston, and Smithfield account for the largest share of clinical assistant openings in Rhode Island. Providence leads because it is home to the state's major academic medical centers and health system headquarters, while Warwick and Pawtucket draw consistent demand from suburban ambulatory care networks and outpatient clinics tied to those same large systems.

Are there remote clinical assistant jobs in Rhode Island?

Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of clinical assistant openings tied to Rhode Island are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting how hands-on the role typically is. The portions of the work most likely to move remote are prior authorization support, patient scheduling, and medical records review for practices that have separated administrative clinical tasks from in-person care delivery.

How can I get hired as a clinical assistant in Rhode Island with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying to patient care technician or medical assistant trainee roles at Lifespan or Care New England, both of which periodically run new-graduate and entry-level cohorts at their Providence-area facilities. Candidates transitioning from phlebotomy, pharmacy technician, or unit secretary roles already have a strong lateral foundation. Earning a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant credential before applying, even without paid clinical experience, consistently gives Rhode Island candidates a measurable edge over uncredentialed applicants.

Where can I find and apply to clinical assistant jobs in Rhode Island?

You can find and apply to clinical assistant jobs in Rhode Island on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from Rhode Island employers. Search the roles that fit your experience and credentials, then apply directly to the ones that match. No signup is needed to see the listings.

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