Externship Placement Coordinator – Medical Assisting 3 years MA experience required

The Medical Assisting Externship Coordinator plays a vital role in supporting student transitions from classroom instruction to hands-on training at externship sites with a focus on employment outcomes. This position is responsible for managing all aspects of the externship experience from site development and student placement to compliance documentation and post-externship employment conversions. While prior experience as a Medical Assistant is not required successful candidates will demonstrate strong project management relationship-building and follow-through skills preferably with experience in healthcare workforce development or community outreach. A key performance benchmark is converting at least 50% of externship placements into job offers with a goal of 70%.

• Secure maintain and expand a network of externship sites with a focus on employers seeking to hire students post-externship.
• Coordinate timely student placements to ensure the externship begins concurrently with the start of the externship module.
• Monitor student attendance and completion of externship hours; track progress to ensure timely graduation.
• Conduct site visits mid-point and final evaluations to assess the quality of the learning environment and student performance.
• Ensure all required immunizations and documentation are completed prior to site placement.
• Collaborate with Career Services to align externship opportunities with potential employment outcomes.
• 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; participate in career fairs or other outreach events as needed.

Campus-based Hybrid. Minimum of three days on campus and two remote/telecommuting after completion of training period where employee can work autonomously. Days on campus may vary based on campus or student support needs. Generally one late shift per week until 7:00pm 8:00pm will be needed to ensure quality support and availability to evening students.

Pay Range: $32- $36 (Actual starting base pay may vary based on factors such as education experience skills location and budget.)

Qualifications :

• Active Medical Assistant license with proven 3 years experience. 
• Associates degree or higher preferred; equivalent work experience in community outreach workforce development healthcare partnerships or as a Medical Assistant will be considered.
• 3 years of experience as a Medical Assistant proficient in both front- and back-office operations.
• 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.
• Must have a valid drivers license reliable transportation and the ability to travel regularly for site visits.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and comfortable working within a data tracking system Student Information System or CRM.
• Familiarity with accreditation standards externship program coordination or student services preferred.

Additional Information :

We Offer:

• Medical Dental and Vision starting the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment
• 2 Weeks starting Vacation per year.  Increasing based on years of service with company
• 12 paid Holidays and 2 Floating Holiday
• 401K with a Company Match
• Company Paid Life Insurance at 1xs your annual salary
• Leadership development and training for career advancement
• Tuition assistance and Forgiveness for you and your family up to 100% depending on program

Hourly Rate: $32.00 - $36.00

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time