Clinical Coordinator Jobs in Rhode Island
Clinical Coordinator jobs in Rhode Island are concentrated in hospital systems, outpatient clinics, and academic medical settings, with openings at every level from entry-level care coordination to senior program management roles. Most hiring is in Providence, Warwick, and Pawtucket, where large employers like Lifespan, Care New England, and Brown University Health anchor the market. Oncology coordination, research coordination, and home health program management are among the most consistently in-demand specialties. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Wood River Health is hiring to fill a new role within the health center! The Clinical Coordinator is responsible for the supervision, competency assessment, scheduling, and ongoing training of Medical Assistants and designated clinical support staff. Working closely with the Nurse Manager and clinical leadership, this role supports efficient clinic operations, regulatory compliance, patient outreach, clinical data collection, and high-quality patient care. The Clinical Coordinator helps ensure uninterrupted primary care services, effective clinical workflows, and achievement of organizational goals. This position is split equally between administrative/supervisory responsibilities and direct patient care as a Medical Assistant (50% administrative, 50% Medical Assistant).
We are proud to offer an outstanding benefits package, including generous paid time off, health insurance, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, a 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching contributions, tuition assistance, and resources that promote work/life balance and employee well-being.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES; include but are not limited to:
- Participates in direct patient care as a Medical Assistant
- Responsible for managing, organizing and supervising attendance of the Medical Assistants and timely completion of their required learnings.
- Ensures appropriate staffing levels in a fiscally responsible manner necessary for uninterrupted patient care during hours of operation.
- Assists with the development of patient encounter cycle processes – efficiency - to address quality gaps, facilitate Pre-visit planning and huddles, and ensure that each member of the team works at the top of their license.
- In collaboration with the Nurse Manager, tracks ongoing needed education and documents maintenance thereof per RI Department of Health expectations and medical assistant certifications when present
- Supervise, coach, and mentor staff within functional areas of responsibility, including schedule management, encouraging resilience and a positive workplace environment
- Conducts regular performance reviews with Nurse Manager and provides feedback on performance to staff.
- Performs and/or participates in competency testing of staff (within training /expertise and scope of duties). Examples of this may include training on EMR workflows and day-to-day non-clinical job expectations.
- Inform corrective actions and facilitate follow-up of problem resolution of issues, problems, and concerns.
- Verifies and authorizes time sheet approval for payroll processing.
- Develop and implement tracking mechanisms for department related in-service training activities for medical department employees.
- Works collaboratively with the Chief Medical Officer to evaluate data and implement change to improve Quality indicators and Quality Measures where nonclinical work is needed.
- Works in collaboration with the Nurse Manager to facilitate group visits for chronic care patients.
- Complies with federal and health center requirements in the areas of protected health information and patient privacy.
- Operate within the scope of the Health Information Portability and Accountability Act to safeguard the privacy of protected patient health information.
- Participate in community events representing Wood River Health
- Maintain strict confidentiality in all matters
- Enliven and support the mission, vision, and values of Wood River Health
- Adhere to organizational policies and procedures and Wood River Health Compliance Program Standards
- Performing other duties as assigned to meet business needs
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Associates degree in related field, Medical Assisting preferred
- Combination healthcare-specific managerial education, experience, and training may substitute for the Associates
- At least 5 years’ clinical medical assistant experience, required
- Experience in supervisory roles or other management is required, supervisory experience in a community health setting is preferred
- Knowledge of referral process and insurance companies, preferred
- Medical terminology knowledge, preferred
- Electronic Health Record experience, preferred
- Ability to effectively use MS Office Suite, Internet, and email
- Cultural sensitivity necessary to work with a diverse patient and staff population
LICENSURE AND CERTIFICATION:
- Medical Assistant certification (or Registered Medical Assistant), preferred
- CPR Certification, required
WORK ARRANGEMENT:
This position is fully onsite. The employee must be able and willing to work at both the Hope Valley and Westerly locations as business needs require. Work assignments may be scheduled at either site on a temporary, regular, or rotating basis.
Wood River Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal law.
Wood River Health is hiring to fill a new role within the health center! The Clinical Coordinator is responsible for the supervision, competency assessment, scheduling, and ongoing training of Medical Assistants and designated clinical support staff. Working closely with the Nurse Manager and clinical leadership, this role supports efficient clinic operations, regulatory compliance, patient outreach, clinical data collection, and high-quality patient care. The Clinical Coordinator helps ensure uninterrupted primary care services, effective clinical workflows, and achievement of organizational goals. This position is split equally between administrative/supervisory responsibilities and direct patient care as a Medical Assistant (50% administrative, 50% Medical Assistant).
We are proud to offer an outstanding benefits package, including generous paid time off, health insurance, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, a 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching contributions, tuition assistance, and resources that promote work/life balance and employee well-being.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES; include but are not limited to:
- Participates in direct patient care as a Medical Assistant
- Responsible for managing, organizing and supervising attendance of the Medical Assistants and timely completion of their required learnings.
- Ensures appropriate staffing levels in a fiscally responsible manner necessary for uninterrupted patient care during hours of operation.
- Assists with the development of patient encounter cycle processes – efficiency - to address quality gaps, facilitate Pre-visit planning and huddles, and ensure that each member of the team works at the top of their license.
- In collaboration with the Nurse Manager, tracks ongoing needed education and documents maintenance thereof per RI Department of Health expectations and medical assistant certifications when present
- Supervise, coach, and mentor staff within functional areas of responsibility, including schedule management, encouraging resilience and a positive workplace environment
- Conducts regular performance reviews with Nurse Manager and provides feedback on performance to staff.
- Performs and/or participates in competency testing of staff (within training /expertise and scope of duties). Examples of this may include training on EMR workflows and day-to-day non-clinical job expectations.
- Inform corrective actions and facilitate follow-up of problem resolution of issues, problems, and concerns.
- Verifies and authorizes time sheet approval for payroll processing.
- Develop and implement tracking mechanisms for department related in-service training activities for medical department employees.
- Works collaboratively with the Chief Medical Officer to evaluate data and implement change to improve Quality indicators and Quality Measures where nonclinical work is needed.
- Works in collaboration with the Nurse Manager to facilitate group visits for chronic care patients.
- Complies with federal and health center requirements in the areas of protected health information and patient privacy.
- Operate within the scope of the Health Information Portability and Accountability Act to safeguard the privacy of protected patient health information.
- Participate in community events representing Wood River Health
- Maintain strict confidentiality in all matters
- Enliven and support the mission, vision, and values of Wood River Health
- Adhere to organizational policies and procedures and Wood River Health Compliance Program Standards
- Performing other duties as assigned to meet business needs
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Associates degree in related field, Medical Assisting preferred
- Combination healthcare-specific managerial education, experience, and training may substitute for the Associates
- At least 5 years’ clinical medical assistant experience, required
- Experience in supervisory roles or other management is required, supervisory experience in a community health setting is preferred
- Knowledge of referral process and insurance companies, preferred
- Medical terminology knowledge, preferred
- Electronic Health Record experience, preferred
- Ability to effectively use MS Office Suite, Internet, and email
- Cultural sensitivity necessary to work with a diverse patient and staff population
LICENSURE AND CERTIFICATION:
- Medical Assistant certification (or Registered Medical Assistant), preferred
- CPR Certification, required
WORK ARRANGEMENT:
This position is fully onsite. The employee must be able and willing to work at both the Hope Valley and Westerly locations as business needs require. Work assignments may be scheduled at either site on a temporary, regular, or rotating basis.
Wood River Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal law.
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The qualifications that appear most often in clinical coordinator jobs across Rhode Island.
- Active Rhode Island RN license or credentials recognized by the Rhode Island Board of Nursing
- Bachelor's degree in nursing, health administration, or a related clinical field
- Minimum two years of direct patient care or clinical program experience
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Meditech
- Strong organizational and care coordination skills across multidisciplinary teams
- Current BLS certification with ACLS preferred for hospital-based positions
Clinical Coordinator Jobs in Rhode Island: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a clinical coordinator in Rhode Island?
Most clinical coordinator roles in Rhode Island require a bachelor's degree in nursing, health sciences, or a related field plus active licensure where the role involves direct clinical oversight. Nurses must hold a current license issued or recognized by the Rhode Island Board of Nursing. Non-clinical coordinator tracks, such as research or program coordination, typically require a relevant bachelor's degree and prior healthcare experience rather than a nursing license.
Which companies hire clinical coordinators in Rhode Island?
Employers hiring clinical coordinators in Rhode Island right now include DaVita, HopeHealth, and Iterative Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Rhode Island's hospital-centered market means most openings are tied to large integrated health systems concentrated in the Providence metro area.
Which Rhode Island cities have the most clinical coordinator jobs?
Providence, Warwick, and Wakefield have the most clinical coordinator openings in Rhode Island. Providence drives the largest share of listings because it is home to the state's major academic medical centers and health system headquarters, while Warwick and Pawtucket draw additional volume from community hospitals and outpatient facilities that extend each system's footprint into the suburbs.
Are there remote clinical coordinator jobs in Rhode Island?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of clinical coordinator openings tied to Rhode Island are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most coordination roles. The positions most likely to offer remote or hybrid schedules are research coordination, utilization management, and care management roles where documentation and team communication drive the work rather than direct patient contact.
How can I get hired as a clinical coordinator in Rhode Island with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into coordination from a bedside or direct care role at one of Rhode Island's large health systems. Lifespan and Care New England both run new graduate nurse residency programs that place candidates in specialty units where coordinator openings frequently appear. Applying first as a medical assistant, patient navigator, or unit secretary builds the EHR familiarity and workflow knowledge that Rhode Island hiring managers expect before promoting into a coordinator title.
Where can I find and apply to clinical coordinator jobs in Rhode Island?
You can find and apply to clinical coordinator jobs in Rhode Island on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Search the listings, find the roles that fit your background and location, and apply directly to the ones that match.
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