Clinical Assistant Jobs in Utah

Clinical assistant jobs in Utah are concentrated in Salt Lake City, Provo, and Ogden, where large health systems drive consistent demand for clinical support across primary care, orthopedics, and behavioral health. Employers like Intermountain Health, University of Utah Health, and MountainStar Healthcare maintain steady pipelines of openings from entry-level medical assistant roles to experienced clinical coordinators. Utah's growing population and expanding outpatient clinic network keep this one of the more active markets in the Mountain West. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles26
Top employerUniversity of Utah
Top citySalt Lake City, UT
Cities hiring6
Work type88% On-site
Top industryEducation

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Manager of Clinical Operations (Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant)
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Manager of Clinical Operations (Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant)
Woundtech
Utah
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Program Management
Project Management
201-500

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Clinical Lab Assistant
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Clinical Lab Assistant
Intermountain Health
Murray, Utah
Biotech & Life Sciences
Clinical Support
Laboratory Science
$18.94 - $24.62/hr
Hybrid
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Academic Acute Care Surgeon - Assistant Professor (Clinical)
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Academic Acute Care Surgeon - Assistant Professor (Clinical)
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, Utah
Healthcare Administration
Medical Specialists
Physicians
10,000+

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Clinical Support Supervisor/Lead Medical Assistant
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Clinical Support Supervisor/Lead Medical Assistant
NOORDA COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE
Provo, Utah
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
$45k - $50k/yr
Overseeing health insurance pre-certification

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Clinical Laboratory Assistant (Part-time)
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Clinical Laboratory Assistant (Part-time)
Valley Women's Health
Provo, Utah
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
High school diploma or GED
201-500

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Clinical Assistant Jobs by City in Utah

Where Utah roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Salt Lake City
16 jobs
Provo
2 jobs
Murray
2 jobs
South Jordan
2 jobs
West Valley City
2 jobs
Logan
1 job

Clinical Assistant Job Market in Utah

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

Who's Hiring

  • University of Utah14
  • Planned Parenthood3
  • ICON1
  • Woundtech1
  • Horsley Orthodontics1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education

What Utah Employers Look For

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

  • Active Medical Assistant certification (CMA or RMA) recognized by Utah employers
  • High school diploma or equivalent with completion of an accredited medical assistant program
  • Proficiency with electronic health records systems such as Epic or Cerner
  • Experience with clinical intake, vital signs, phlebotomy, and patient rooming
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for patient-facing environments
  • Current BLS or CPR certification from an approved provider

Clinical Assistant Jobs in Utah: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a clinical assistant in Utah?

Most Utah employers require completion of an accredited medical assistant program from a community college or vocational school, followed by a nationally recognized certification such as the CMA through AAMA or the RMA through AMT. Utah does not issue a state-specific medical assistant license, so certification and program completion are the primary credentials employers screen for. Many Salt Lake City-area programs offer externship placements that lead directly to full-time roles.

Which companies hire clinical assistants in Utah?

Utah clinical assistant roles are posted by University of Utah, Planned Parenthood, and ICON and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Utah's large integrated health systems tend to post the most openings, particularly as they expand outpatient and specialty clinic locations across Salt Lake, Utah, and Davis counties.

Which Utah cities have the most clinical assistant jobs?

Salt Lake City, Provo, and Murray have the most clinical assistant openings in Utah. Salt Lake City leads because of its dense concentration of hospitals, academic medical centers, and specialty clinics, while Provo and Ogden reflect the growth of regional health systems and urgent care networks serving rapidly expanding suburban populations.

Are there remote clinical assistant jobs in Utah?

Yes, but they're rare. Clinical assistant work is largely hands-on and patient-facing, which limits remote options by the nature of the role. About 13% of clinical assistant openings tied to Utah are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those positions tend to involve care coordination, prior authorization, or telephonic triage rather than direct clinical duties.

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

The most realistic entry path is completing a medical assistant externship through a Utah community college program, such as those offered at Salt Lake Community College or Utah Valley University, which often convert to direct hires at Intermountain Health or University of Utah Health clinics. Candidates coming from adjacent roles like patient service representative, phlebotomist, or CNA have an easier transition. Earning a CMA or RMA certification before applying gives a meaningful edge even without prior clinical assistant experience.

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

You can find and apply to clinical assistant jobs in Utah on Migrate Mate, which lists current Utah openings updated in real time. Search the listings, find roles that match your experience and preferred location, and apply directly to whichever ones fit.

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