Medical Assistant Intern/Student

Emerson Hospital; Concord (MA); On-site; USD 18,184 - 25,898; Part time

Job summary

Emerson Hospital is seeking a Medical Assistant Intern/Student for a per diem role in Concord, Massachusetts. This internship offers students practical exposure to clinical operations, including patient care workflows and medical office procedures.

Ideal candidates will have a High School Diploma and a passion for healthcare. Responsibilities include assisting in patient care, clinical documentation, and supporting medical procedures. BLS certification is required within 4 months of hire.

Qualifications

• Current enrollment in a healthcare‑related educational program preferred.
• Interest in healthcare, nursing, medical assisting, physician assistant studies, or related fields.
• BLS certification required within 4 months from hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist Medical Assistants and clinical staff in patient care activities.
• Gain experience in clinical documentation and patient intake.
• Support procedural tasks in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Skills

Excellent customer service skills

Communication skills

Computer skills

Ability to maintain confidential information

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

Job description

Medical Assistant Intern/Student

Schedule: Per Diem

Pay Range: $16.00 - $16.00 / Hourly

Shift: Day/Eve shift

Hours: 8:00-8:00, 9:00-5:00

About this role

The Urgent Care Co-Op/Internship Student will work alongside Medical Assistants, providers, and clinical staff in a fast-paced urgent care environment. This educational experience is designed to provide students with hands‑on exposure to outpatient clinical operations, patient care workflows, and medical office procedures while developing foundational clinical skills and professionalism.

Students will participate in supervised patient care activities and gain experience in clinical documentation, patient intake, point‑of‑care testing, and procedural support.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
• Experience:
  • Current enrollment in a healthcare‑related educational program preferred
  • Interest in healthcare, nursing, medical assisting, physician assistant studies, or related fields
• Licensure and/or Certification:
  • BLS certification required, or to achieve within 4 months from date of hire, and maintain

Skills

• Excellent customer service skills
• Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English
• Computer skills required
• Ability to maintain confidential information
• Interest in healthcare, nursing, medical assisting, physician assistant studies, or related fields
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced clinical environment
• Demonstrated willingness to learn and maintain professional conduct at all times