Externship Coordinator – 3+ Years Medical Assisting Experience Required

About the role

The Medical Assisting Externship Coordinator supports student transitions from classroom instruction to hands-on training at externship sites, focusing on employment outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of the externship experience, including site development, student placement, compliance, documentation, and post-externship employment conversions.

• Secure, maintain, and expand a network of externship sites, focusing on employers seeking to hire students post-externship.

• Carefully coordinate timely student placements to ensure the externship begins concurrently with the start of the externship module.

• Maintain detailed records and documentation in accordance with programmatic, accreditation, and regulatory requirements.

• Educate and support site supervisors and students on externship policies, expectations, and procedures.

• Provide exceptional student service through regular communication, troubleshooting concerns, and supporting retention and program completion.

• Represent the program professionally with community partners and employers, participating in career fairs or other outreach events as needed.

Qualifications

• A current active Medical Assistant license with at least 3 years of experience.

• An associate’s degree or higher preferred; equivalent work experience in community outreach, workforce development, healthcare partnerships, or as a Medical Assistant will be considered.

• At least 3 years of experience as a Medical Assistant, proficient in both front- and back-office operations.

• At least 2 years of experience in project coordination, community engagement, and employer relations, with additional background in sales/marketing; career services experience strongly preferred.

• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.

• Knowledge of or experience in the healthcare industry is a plus.

• A valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and the ability to travel regularly for site visits.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and comfort working within a data tracking system, Student Information System or CRM.

• Familiarity with accreditation standards, externship program coordination, or student services is preferred.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance starting the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.

• 2 weeks’ starting vacation per year, increasing based on years of service with the company.

• 12 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays.

• 401K with a company match.

• Company-paid life insurance at 1x your annual salary.

• Leadership development and training for career advancement.

• Tuition assistance and forgiveness for you and your family up to 100% depending on the program.