Entry Level Primary Care Nurse Jobs
New grad primary care nurse jobs are open to recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where clinical rotation hours and internship work can carry as much weight as a lengthy resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services, Insurance, and Education, with employers like Optum, OSF HealthCare, and Carbon Health hiring at this level now.
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Full time
Shift:
Day Shift
Description:
Medical Assistant (MA)
Join a Team That Makes a Difference!
Trinity Health IHA Medical Group is seeking a compassionate and motivatedMedical Assistant to support our providers in delivering exceptional patient care. In this role, you'll work directly with patients, assist with clinical procedures, support care coordination, and help create a positive healthcare experience every day.
What You'll Do:
- Welcome and prepare patients for appointments.
- Collect and document patient histories, vital signs, and health information.
- Assist providers with exams, procedures, testing, and specimen collection.
- Administer medications and perform diagnostic testing as directed.
- Communicate test results and provider instructions to patients.
- Provide patient and family education to support better health outcomes.
- Coordinate care and serve as a liaison between patients and providers.
- Support quality improvement initiatives and disease management programs.
EDUCATION: High School Diploma or GED. Successful completion of accredited/approved:
- MA program and MA Externship;
- MA Internship;
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) program;
- Paramedic program; or
- Certified Athletic Trainer.
CREDENTIALS/LICENSURE:
MA-Non-Credentialed I: MA eligible to attain Medical Assistant Certification is desired, or EMT with current/active license in the State of Michigan, or Paramedic following successful completion of the National Registry Paramedic Exam and/or holds a current/active license in the State of Michigan. Valid CPR certification.
MA-Credentialed I: Certification as a Medical Assistant through one of the following certifying agencies:
- American Association of Medical Assistants (CMA)
- American Medical Technologists (RMA)
- National Center for Competency Testing (NCMA)
- National Healthcareer Association (CCMA)
- National Association of Health Professionals (NRCMA)
- American Medical Certification Association (CMAC)
Why Join Trinity Health IHA Medical Group?
- Day-one benefits with no waiting period for eligible team members.
- Competitive pay and comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Opportunities for professional growth, development, and career advancement.
- Collaborative, patient-centered culture focused on excellence in care.
- Work with a mission-driven organization serving communities across Southeast Michigan.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Full time
Shift:
Day Shift
Description:
Medical Assistant (MA)
Join a Team That Makes a Difference!
Trinity Health IHA Medical Group is seeking a compassionate and motivatedMedical Assistant to support our providers in delivering exceptional patient care. In this role, you'll work directly with patients, assist with clinical procedures, support care coordination, and help create a positive healthcare experience every day.
What You'll Do:
- Welcome and prepare patients for appointments.
- Collect and document patient histories, vital signs, and health information.
- Assist providers with exams, procedures, testing, and specimen collection.
- Administer medications and perform diagnostic testing as directed.
- Communicate test results and provider instructions to patients.
- Provide patient and family education to support better health outcomes.
- Coordinate care and serve as a liaison between patients and providers.
- Support quality improvement initiatives and disease management programs.
EDUCATION: High School Diploma or GED. Successful completion of accredited/approved:
- MA program and MA Externship;
- MA Internship;
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) program;
- Paramedic program; or
- Certified Athletic Trainer.
CREDENTIALS/LICENSURE:
MA-Non-Credentialed I: MA eligible to attain Medical Assistant Certification is desired, or EMT with current/active license in the State of Michigan, or Paramedic following successful completion of the National Registry Paramedic Exam and/or holds a current/active license in the State of Michigan. Valid CPR certification.
MA-Credentialed I: Certification as a Medical Assistant through one of the following certifying agencies:
- American Association of Medical Assistants (CMA)
- American Medical Technologists (RMA)
- National Center for Competency Testing (NCMA)
- National Healthcareer Association (CCMA)
- National Association of Health Professionals (NRCMA)
- American Medical Certification Association (CMAC)
Why Join Trinity Health IHA Medical Group?
- Day-one benefits with no waiting period for eligible team members.
- Competitive pay and comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Opportunities for professional growth, development, and career advancement.
- Collaborative, patient-centered culture focused on excellence in care.
- Work with a mission-driven organization serving communities across Southeast Michigan.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
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Entry Level Primary Care Nurse Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level primary care nurse job?
Start by targeting employers who explicitly welcome new graduates, such as federally qualified health centers, primary care group practices, and large health systems with nurse residency programs. Highlight clinical rotations, preceptorships, and any hands-on patient care hours on your resume. Earning your BLS and ACLS certifications before applying signals readiness, and a brief cover letter that names the population you want to serve helps you stand out at this stage.
Which companies hire entry level primary care nurses?
Companies hiring entry level primary care nurses right now include Optum, OSF HealthCare, and Carbon Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from community health organizations, multi-specialty medical groups, and regional hospital networks that run structured onboarding or nurse residency programs for recent graduates.
Are there remote entry level primary care nurse jobs?
Yes, though most primary care nursing roles require in-person patient care. About 5% of entry level primary care nurse openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and these positions typically involve telehealth triage, care coordination, or chronic disease management rather than direct bedside work. They are worth exploring if your schedule or location limits commuting options.
Are these new grad primary care nurse jobs?
Yes, the listings here include new grad, recent graduate, and junior primary care nurse roles. A posting is generally new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts clinical rotations or preceptorships toward the requirement, or explicitly invites applications from nurses who completed a residency program. Look for language like "new graduates encouraged to apply" or "training provided" as reliable signals.
Which industries hire the most entry level primary care nurses?
Entry Level primary care nurse roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Insurance, and Education, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they serve high patient volumes in outpatient and community settings, where new graduates can build foundational assessment and care coordination skills under experienced clinical supervision.