Entry Level Healthcare Jobs
New grad healthcare jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong clinical internship or hands-on coursework can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services, Retail, and Insurance, with employers like Walgreens, Sodexo, and Optum hiring at this level now.
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OSF HealthCare is dedicated to provide Mission Partners with a comprehensive and market-competitive total rewards package that includes benefits, compensation, recognition and well-being offerings that focus on the whole person and engage with their current stage of life and career. Click here to learn more about benefits and the total rewards at OSF. Expected pay for this position is $37.88 - $44.57/hour. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity. This is a Salaried position.
Position Summary: The Healthcare Emergency Management Coordinator (HEMC) serves as the local subject matter expert on Emergency Management and leads the local Emergency Management Committee. Responsible for implementing Ministry program standards and delivering on the Service Partnership Agreement (SPA). Will develop and maintain a comprehensive local emergency management program that uses an all-hazards approach to facilitate a safe environment for patients, visitors, and Mission Partners.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Emergency Management or related field (Public Health, Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, etc.);
- or high school/GED and two years of related work experience (Law Enforcement, Fire, Emergency Management, etc.)
Experience:
- Project management and performance management experience.
- Experience in roles where key skills of critical thinking, problem solving, collaboration, relationship building, and public speaking are needed.
Licensure/ Certification:
- Completion of FEMA IS 100, 200, 700, and 800 within 90 days of hire.
- Certified Healthcare Emergency Coordinator (CHEC) Certification within 2 years of hire.
Other Skills/ Knowledge: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Solid computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft software. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to be detail oriented. Strong leadership and organizational management skills. Strong writing skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience:
- Four years of experience in Emergency Management.
- Two years of leadership experience.
OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Total Rewards:
OSF HealthCare is dedicated to provide Mission Partners with a comprehensive and market-competitive total rewards package that includes benefits, compensation, recognition and well-being offerings that focus on the whole person and engage with their current stage of life and career. Click here to learn more about benefits and the total rewards at OSF. Expected pay for this position is $37.88 - $44.57/hour. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity. This is a Salaried position.
Position Summary: The Healthcare Emergency Management Coordinator (HEMC) serves as the local subject matter expert on Emergency Management and leads the local Emergency Management Committee. Responsible for implementing Ministry program standards and delivering on the Service Partnership Agreement (SPA). Will develop and maintain a comprehensive local emergency management program that uses an all-hazards approach to facilitate a safe environment for patients, visitors, and Mission Partners.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Emergency Management or related field (Public Health, Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, etc.);
- or high school/GED and two years of related work experience (Law Enforcement, Fire, Emergency Management, etc.)
Experience:
- Project management and performance management experience.
- Experience in roles where key skills of critical thinking, problem solving, collaboration, relationship building, and public speaking are needed.
Licensure/ Certification:
- Completion of FEMA IS 100, 200, 700, and 800 within 90 days of hire.
- Certified Healthcare Emergency Coordinator (CHEC) Certification within 2 years of hire.
Other Skills/ Knowledge: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Solid computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft software. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to be detail oriented. Strong leadership and organizational management skills. Strong writing skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience:
- Four years of experience in Emergency Management.
- Two years of leadership experience.
OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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- Walgreens25
- Sodexo10
- Optum9
- Carle Health8
- Maxim Healthcare8
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- Healthcare & Medical Services43
- Retail25
- Insurance16
- Food & Beverage10
- Technology & Software6
Entry Level Healthcare Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level healthcare job?
Start by targeting roles that explicitly welcome new graduates or list zero to two years of experience as acceptable. Highlight clinical rotations, internships, certifications like CNA or BLS, and any hands-on coursework in your application materials. Tailoring your resume to each posting and applying to hospital systems, outpatient clinics, and long-term care facilities broadens your chances at this stage.
Which companies hire entry level healthcares?
Companies hiring entry level healthcares right now include Walgreens, Sodexo, and Optum, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Hiring at this level covers large hospital networks, regional medical groups, and specialty care providers that regularly bring on new graduates to fill support and clinical roles.
Are there remote entry level healthcare jobs?
Yes, though most entry level healthcare roles are on-site given the clinical nature of the work. About 22% of entry level healthcare openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, concentrated in areas like health coaching, medical coding, care coordination, and patient services where tasks can be performed outside a clinical setting.
Are these new grad healthcare jobs?
Yes, the openings on this page include new grad, recent graduate, and junior roles across healthcare. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internships or clinical rotations in place of full-time history, or lists a relevant degree or certification as the primary qualification rather than years on the job.
Which industries hire the most entry level healthcares?
Entry level healthcare roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Retail, and Insurance, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors drive entry level hiring because they have high patient volume, consistent staff turnover, and structured onboarding programs designed to bring new graduates up to speed quickly.