Medical Assistant Internships
Medical assistant internships give university students, recent graduates, and early-career switchers hands-on clinical and administrative project experience, mentorship from working medical assistants, and, at many employers, a path toward a full-time offer. Openings are concentrated across Healthcare & Medical Services, with Genesis Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, Beacon Health System, and Mercy Health among the employers posting roles now.
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If you are an existing employee of South Shore Health then please apply through the internal career site.
Requisition Number:
Facility:
LOC0034 - 118 Long Pond Road, Suite 200118 Long Pond Road, Suite 200
Plymouth, MA 02360
Department Name:
Status:
Budgeted Hours:
Shift:
Compensation Pay Range:
$17.42 - $23.45ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
1. Prepare for office visit by reviewing patient’s reason for visit. Prepare any data, forms or equipment needed for the office visit.
2. Abstract clinical information into the medical record.
3. Ensures all pre-visit work required for exam is completed and that the lab and other test results are available in the EMR.
4. Provides direct clinical support, as assigned by Nurse Manager or Clinical Professional Development Specialist, to one or more assigned clinicians.
5. Assist provider with treatments or therapies to patients.
6. Assists in procedures and acts as a chaperone when needed.
7. Provide patient instructions regarding follow-up care; i.e., routing slip.
8. Provide notification of test results by sending letter to patients.
9. Provide patient outreach through telephone calls and create appointments.
10. Maintain and monitor the patient exam rooms daily and between patients for cleanliness and supplies.
11. Documents appropriately in the EMR.
12. At the discretion of assigned Nurse Manager, may administer vaccines with oversight and co-signature by licensed nurse or certified medical assistant.
13. Participate in daily huddles, attend 75% of scheduled staff meetings and attend workflow/other meetings as needed.
14. Works in collaboration with Nursing Manager in the preparation of yearly evaluations by providing individual feedback and assisting with chart reviews and reviewing yearly competencies and ensure compliance with all personnel policies.
15. Function as a team member; appropriately seek help when needed. Communicate critical patient information to the nurse and/or provider.
16. Maintains universal precautions.
17. Have knowledge of and adhere to the SSH Mission Statement and all SSMC policies and procedures.
18. Abide by and promote all SSMC Service Standards.
19. Act in a professional manner at all times.
20. Maintain a positive attitude at all times creating a collaborative and team oriented environment.
21. Other duties, within the Co-op MA’s scope of practice, may be assigned based on department needs.
22. Once trained, may pick up weekend and holiday hours as long as not in interference with class and co-op guidelines.
23. Will have the opportunity to observe and learn in other clinics, outside of assigned clinic, with the Medical Center.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Education - Preferred
Enrolled in an approved/contracted Medical Assistant program, preparing for CCMA.
Minimum Work Experience
Previous work or volunteer experience in a healthcare environment preferred.
License/Certifications
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred.
Required additional Knowledge and Abilities
Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills.
Developing clinical and judgment skills.
Good organizational and prioritization skills
Ability to work successfully as a team player.
Demonstrated knowledge of medical procedures learned through Medical Assistant training.
Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and English grammar.
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
Ability to read, understand and respond to detailed oral and written instructions; communicate clearly.
Able to both lead and take direction from Nursing Manager.
Employee must demonstrate computer proficiency through efficient use of the electronic medical record, telephone communications, e-mail and other computer software as required.
Minimum 30 hours per two week pay period (unless school approves partial schedule) as required for school credit.
Southeastern Regional Vocational Technical High School students will work e/o week with co-op and school, for the full school year as scheduled/approved by the school.
Plymouth South students will work e/o day with co-op and school, through Mid January, with the potential to extend, as scheduled/approved by the school.
Additional hours may be worked, during co-op, as long as they do not impact or interfere with student's academics.
Responsibilities if Required:
Education if Required:
License/Registration/Certification Requirements:
If you are an existing employee of South Shore Health then please apply through the internal career site.
Requisition Number:
Facility:
LOC0034 - 118 Long Pond Road, Suite 200118 Long Pond Road, Suite 200
Plymouth, MA 02360
Department Name:
Status:
Budgeted Hours:
Shift:
Compensation Pay Range:
$17.42 - $23.45ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
1. Prepare for office visit by reviewing patient’s reason for visit. Prepare any data, forms or equipment needed for the office visit.
2. Abstract clinical information into the medical record.
3. Ensures all pre-visit work required for exam is completed and that the lab and other test results are available in the EMR.
4. Provides direct clinical support, as assigned by Nurse Manager or Clinical Professional Development Specialist, to one or more assigned clinicians.
5. Assist provider with treatments or therapies to patients.
6. Assists in procedures and acts as a chaperone when needed.
7. Provide patient instructions regarding follow-up care; i.e., routing slip.
8. Provide notification of test results by sending letter to patients.
9. Provide patient outreach through telephone calls and create appointments.
10. Maintain and monitor the patient exam rooms daily and between patients for cleanliness and supplies.
11. Documents appropriately in the EMR.
12. At the discretion of assigned Nurse Manager, may administer vaccines with oversight and co-signature by licensed nurse or certified medical assistant.
13. Participate in daily huddles, attend 75% of scheduled staff meetings and attend workflow/other meetings as needed.
14. Works in collaboration with Nursing Manager in the preparation of yearly evaluations by providing individual feedback and assisting with chart reviews and reviewing yearly competencies and ensure compliance with all personnel policies.
15. Function as a team member; appropriately seek help when needed. Communicate critical patient information to the nurse and/or provider.
16. Maintains universal precautions.
17. Have knowledge of and adhere to the SSH Mission Statement and all SSMC policies and procedures.
18. Abide by and promote all SSMC Service Standards.
19. Act in a professional manner at all times.
20. Maintain a positive attitude at all times creating a collaborative and team oriented environment.
21. Other duties, within the Co-op MA’s scope of practice, may be assigned based on department needs.
22. Once trained, may pick up weekend and holiday hours as long as not in interference with class and co-op guidelines.
23. Will have the opportunity to observe and learn in other clinics, outside of assigned clinic, with the Medical Center.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Education - Preferred
Enrolled in an approved/contracted Medical Assistant program, preparing for CCMA.
Minimum Work Experience
Previous work or volunteer experience in a healthcare environment preferred.
License/Certifications
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred.
Required additional Knowledge and Abilities
Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills.
Developing clinical and judgment skills.
Good organizational and prioritization skills
Ability to work successfully as a team player.
Demonstrated knowledge of medical procedures learned through Medical Assistant training.
Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and English grammar.
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
Ability to read, understand and respond to detailed oral and written instructions; communicate clearly.
Able to both lead and take direction from Nursing Manager.
Employee must demonstrate computer proficiency through efficient use of the electronic medical record, telephone communications, e-mail and other computer software as required.
Minimum 30 hours per two week pay period (unless school approves partial schedule) as required for school credit.
Southeastern Regional Vocational Technical High School students will work e/o week with co-op and school, for the full school year as scheduled/approved by the school.
Plymouth South students will work e/o day with co-op and school, through Mid January, with the potential to extend, as scheduled/approved by the school.
Additional hours may be worked, during co-op, as long as they do not impact or interfere with student's academics.
Responsibilities if Required:
Education if Required:
License/Registration/Certification Requirements:
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Tips for Your Medical Assistant Internship Search
Apply earlier than you think you need to
Large healthcare systems and hospital networks recruit summer medical assistant interns the preceding fall, often closing applications before winter break. Smaller clinics and co-op programs post closer to start dates. Map the cycle for each employer you are targeting and treat fall as the primary application season for the following summer.
Build a portfolio before you send a single application
Hiring teams at the intern level expect limited work history, so give them something else to assess. Document two or three clinical or administrative projects: patient intake simulations, EHR workflow write-ups, procedure checklists, or medical terminology exercises. Name the tools you used and make the work viewable, whether through a linked document, a shared folder, or a personal site.
Work your campus network and apply directly at the same time
Campus career fairs surface structured internship programs tied to your university, and professors or career center advisors often know which employers recruit from your school before roles post publicly. Applying directly to smaller clinics and community health organizations running their own cohorts alongside campus activity widens the pool you reach and reduces competition.
Practice your interview format out loud before your first screen
Medical assistant intern interviews typically involve scenario-based questions on patient interaction, clinical procedure steps, and handling competing priorities under supervision. Practice answering these out loud, walking through your reasoning rather than just stating a conclusion, since interviewers weigh how you approach a situation as much as the final answer you give.
Target structured intern programs at larger employers first
Many large hospital networks, health systems, and managed care organizations run formal medical assistant cohort or rotational programs designed to train people new to the field. These programs recruit early, fill fast, and often have a clearer path to a return offer. Identify the ones recruiting from your region or school and apply in the first wave of postings.
Set your work-type filter before you start searching
On-site roles are 100% of the medical assistant internships listed here. Decide what you can realistically commit to before you start reviewing listings. Filtering by work type and location up front on Migrate Mate means you spend your time on roles you can actually take rather than sorting through postings that do not fit your situation.
Medical Assistant Internships: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a medical assistant internship?
Lead with your coursework and documented projects rather than work history, since hiring teams at this level expect limited prior experience. For medical assistant candidates, a portfolio showing patient intake simulations, clinical procedure write-ups, or EHR workflow exercises gives recruiters something concrete to assess. Pair direct applications with campus career fairs, where program recruiters often move faster for students they meet in person.
Can a medical assistant internship turn into a full-time job?
Many employers extend return offers to strong interns, but conversion is never guaranteed. What drives it for medical assistant interns is consistent performance on real clinical and administrative tasks, available headcount on the team, and whether you signal interest before the return-offer decision window closes. Position yourself for it, but keep applying to other opportunities in parallel rather than counting on one outcome.
When should I apply for medical assistant internships?
Earlier than most students expect. Large healthcare systems and multi-site employers recruit summer interns the preceding fall, sometimes as early as September or October. Smaller clinics, co-op programs, and community health organizations post closer to their actual start dates, so openings appear year-round. Checking listings consistently and applying as soon as a role opens gives you the best chance at competitive cohorts.
Are medical assistant internships paid?
Most professional medical assistant internships in the United States are paid. Compensation varies by company size, industry, and location, and listings show the rate where the employer chooses to disclose it. Unpaid arrangements still exist at some nonprofit and clinical training sites, so read each listing carefully and confirm terms before accepting.
What should a medical assistant internship resume include?
Lead with two or three complete, documented projects rather than work history. For medical assistant candidates, that means clinical skills demonstrations, patient communication role-plays, EHR navigation exercises, or procedure documentation samples, with the tools used and a link or portfolio reference so reviewers can see the actual work. Add relevant coursework, any certifications in progress, and keep the whole document to one page.
Are there remote medical assistant internships?
Yes. Remote and hybrid roles make up 0% of the medical assistant internship listings here, with the rest on-site. Remote cohorts in areas like medical billing, coding, health data entry, and patient communication tend to fill quickly. Apply early and use the work-type filter to surface only the format you can commit to so you are not sorting through listings that do not fit your situation.
Can international students get medical assistant internships?
Yes. F-1 students can intern through CPT while enrolled or through OPT work authorization after finishing a degree, and the employer does not have to file anything for either, so many companies are open to international interns. Confirm your eligibility and timing with your university's international student office before accepting an offer.
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