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If you’ve ever thought:
“I want to work in healthcare… but I don’t want to spend 7–10 years in medical school.”
“I need a job I can do online or remotely from my home country.”
“I’d love a career with a future — something still relevant in 2026 and beyond.”
…this guide is for you.
The healthcare industry is going through a massive digital shift. Telehealth visits, remote patient monitoring, digital health apps, AI-assisted diagnostics and virtual care teams aren’t “nice to have” anymore — they’re becoming standard. Reports on telehealth and remote monitoring show continued expansion through 2026 as reimbursement rules, AI, and remote platforms mature, making virtual and hybrid care central to healthcare delivery. ChampSoft+3StartUs Insights+3Medify Health CCM and RPM+3
At the same time, roles like medical billing & coding and other health information jobs are projected to grow steadily (around 9–13% over the decade, depending on the country), driven by aging populations, regulatory complexity, and digital health records. Research.com+2simbo.ai+2
The good news:
You don’t need to be a doctor or nurse to benefit from this trend.
Many entry-level, remote-friendly roles need:
A short certification,
An online course, or
An associate degree,
…rather than a full medical degree.
This newsletter breaks down 10 such careers and then gives you a huge bonus:
???? 300+ categorized job boards, agencies, NGOs, companies, and institutions (with a heavy focus on African and international applicants) that are actively hiring healthcare talent — including remote, hybrid and flexible roles.
Students considering healthcare but not ready (or able) to commit to med school.
Career changers from customer service, teaching, admin, IT, or writing.
African professionals (and talent from emerging markets) who want roles that:
Are remote-friendly
Can be done for international employers
Or exist in local + regional markets.
Stay-at-home parents, caregivers, and digital nomads who need flexible schedules.
Medical Billing & Coding Specialist
Medical Transcriptionist
Telehealth Coordinator
Healthcare Customer Support Specialist
Medical Writer / Health Content Creator
Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) Coordinator / Technician
Healthcare Virtual Assistant
Remote Health Data Analyst (Entry-Level)
Virtual Health Coach
Telehealth Support Specialist (IT-focused)
Medical billing and coding specialists are the financial translators of healthcare. They:
Convert diagnoses, procedures and services into standardized codes (ICD, CPT, HCPCS).
Prepare and submit insurance claims.
Follow up on denials and resubmissions.
Help ensure clinics actually get paid for the care they provide.
Because all of this is done in software, it’s highly remote-friendly.
Health systems worldwide are digitizing records and tightening compliance.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects solid growth (around 9%+ for medical records specialists over the decade), and similar trends appear in other markets. Research.com+1
Remote and hybrid revenue cycle management (RCM) teams are expanding as providers outsource billing operations to specialized companies. remotehealth.co
Review patient charts and doctor notes.
Assign codes for diagnoses and procedures.
Enter and audit data in billing software.
Submit claims to insurance companies / national schemes.
Communicate with payers and providers about claim issues.
Detail-oriented and patient.
Comfortable with repetitive but high-precision work.
Basic computer and data entry skills.
Ability to learn complex coding rules and regulations.
Good written communication (for emails and notes).
Many employers look for certificate programs rather than full degrees:
CPC – Certified Professional Coder (AAPC)
CCS – Certified Coding Specialist (AHIMA)
Various medical billing & coding diplomas from recognized colleges and e-learning platforms.
In some African countries, health information management or records technician diplomas serve a similar purpose.
U.S.: around $40,000–$60,000+ per year, depending on experience and setting. Research.com
Internationally: often above average local salary for administrative roles, especially in private hospitals or international outsourcing firms.
(Remember: exact numbers vary by country; check your local job boards.)
Senior coder / auditor
Billing supervisor
Revenue Cycle Manager / RCM specialist
Compliance specialist
Pathway into health information management or healthcare administration
This is one of the most remote-friendly roles on this list:
Many companies hire coders who work 100% from home. remotehealth.co
Some are willing to work with international coders who have the right certifications and good English.
RemoteHealth.co – remote medical jobs including billing & coding. remotehealth.co
We Work Remotely – Medical & Health We Work Remotely
Indeed (search “remote medical coder” / “remote medical billing”). Indeed
ZipRecruiter, LinkedIn Jobs, FlexJobs (for vetted remote roles). FlexJobs+2Clark Howard+2
Medical transcriptionists listen to audio recordings from doctors and other providers and turn them into:
Clinical notes
Discharge summaries
Referral letters
Operative reports
Increasingly, you may edit AI-generated drafts rather than typing from scratch.
Voice recognition helps, but human editors are still needed for accuracy and contextual understanding.
Telehealth and remote consultations increase recorded encounters.
Many clinics outsource transcription to remote contractors or BPOs, including in Africa and Asia.
Excellent listening skills (different accents, background noise).
Strong command of medical terminology (which you can learn).
Fast and accurate typing.
Good grammar, punctuation and formatting.
High school diploma (or equivalent).
Short online courses in medical transcription and medical terminology.
Optional certifications from recognized associations (depending on country).
Senior transcriptionist / QA editor.
Scribe / virtual medical scribe.
Transition into medical billing, coding, or clinical documentation specialist roles.
This can be fully remote, often freelance or contractor-based.
Many roles are flexible-hours (you work as long as you meet turnaround times).
Telehealth coordinators are the project managers of virtual clinics.
They:
Schedule virtual visits and send reminders.
Onboard patients to telehealth platforms (Zoom-like tools, patient portals, apps).
Support clinicians with scheduling, digital workflows and documentation.
Monitor telehealth metrics (no-show rates, connection issues, basic KPIs).
“Telehealth 2.0” is becoming a core part of healthcare delivery, supported by new reimbursement rules and expanded coverage. StartUs Insights+2Medify Health CCM and RPM+2
Many clinics now run hybrid models (in-person + virtual), so they need dedicated coordinators.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Comfort with technology and troubleshooting basic issues.
Excellent communication (phone, email, chat, video).
Empathy and patience with non-tech-savvy patients.
Often no strict degree requirement – administrative/healthcare background helps.
Short courses in telehealth operations, medical office admin, or health IT.
Customer service or call-center experience is very transferable.
Telehealth operations manager.
Clinic manager / practice manager.
Patient experience or digital health project roles.
Transition into RPM, health coaching, or data roles.
Many telehealth coordinators work fully remote or in hybrid setups.
Time zone and language alignment matter — a big opportunity for Africans able to cover off-hours for Europe or North America.
Think of this as “healthcare call center + problem solver”:
Answer questions about appointments, billing, coverage, portals, and basic processes.
Help patients navigate digital platforms.
Coordinate between patients, providers, billing, and insurers.
Provide empathy, reassurance, and clear instructions.
Health systems want to improve patient experience and reduce frustration.
Many providers and insurers are moving to remote contact centers to support patients across regions.
Great people skills, empathy and patience.
Clear spoken and written communication (often English + another language).
Problem-solving mindset and resilience.
Comfortable working with targets (KPIs: call times, satisfaction scores).
Usually no formal medical degree required.
Customer support experience is a strong asset.
Short courses in healthcare basics, insurance, or medical terminology help.
Team lead / supervisor.
Patient engagement specialist.
Telehealth coordinator or care coordinator.
Transition into operations, training, or QA roles.
Many roles are work-from-home in contact centers serving global patients.
For Africans, there’s growing demand for multilingual support (English, French, Arabic, Portuguese, etc.).
Medical writers and health content creators turn complex health topics into clear, engaging content, such as:
Patient education articles and brochures.
Web content and blog posts for hospitals and digital health startups.
Email campaigns, social media content, health newsletters.
Simple infographics and e-books.
(With more experience) clinical trial summaries, white papers, CME material.
Patients now Google everything; providers and brands need trustworthy content.
Digital health startups, telehealth platforms, wellness apps and NGOs all need writers.
AI content tools still need humans who understand health to guide and correct them.
Strong writing and editing skills.
Ability to explain complex ideas simply.
Curiosity about health, science, and evidence-based information.
Optional: basic SEO, content strategy, social media.
Background in life sciences, public health, nursing, pharmacy, or a related field is helpful, but not always mandatory.
There are specialized medical writing courses and online certifications.
A portfolio of sample articles is more important than formal degrees in many entry-level roles.
Senior medical writer / editor.
Health communications specialist.
Content strategist / marketing manager in health tech.
Regulatory or clinical writer (requires more technical training).
Very remote-friendly and often freelance-friendly.
Great option for Africans and international professionals who can work with global clients in English, French, etc.
RPM coordinators help manage patients’ health from a distance using devices and apps that track:
Blood pressure, glucose, heart rate, oxygen saturation, weight, etc.
Symptoms, medication adherence, lifestyle metrics.
They:
Onboard patients to remote devices and apps.
Monitor dashboards for alerts.
Escalate issues to nurses/doctors when readings are concerning.
Educate patients on using devices and understanding their data.
Remote monitoring is being integrated into reimbursement schedules and CPT codes, encouraging more providers to use it. Medify Health CCM and RPM+1
Reports highlight RPM as “the next big thing” in healthcare by 2026, due to chronic disease burdens and telehealth expansion. ChampSoft
Tech-comfortable and patient in teaching others.
Basic understanding of vital signs and chronic conditions.
Organized and able to handle many patients’ data streams.
Good communication skills and empathy.
Often open to nursing assistants, health techs, community health workers, or people with strong customer service plus health training.
Short courses in chronic care management and RPM platforms are emerging.
In some markets, an associate degree or diploma in health sciences or IT is helpful.
RPM program manager.
Care coordinator, health coach, or case manager.
Pathway into nursing, health IT, or population health roles.
RPM is naturally suited to remote or hybrid teams — many coordinators work from home, logging into dashboards and calling patients.
A healthcare virtual assistant (VA) is like a remote admin assistant for clinics, private practices, therapists, or health startups. Tasks may include:
Scheduling appointments and managing calendars.
Answering phones, chats, and emails.
Managing patient records and forms.
Data entry and basic report creation.
Social media or website updates (in smaller practices).
Many practitioners (especially private and telehealth practices) don’t want full-time in-office staff.
Virtual assistant agencies often hire international staff, including from African countries, to support clinics worldwide.
Strong general admin skills and reliability.
Excellent communication and professionalism.
Ability to learn practice management software and EHR systems.
Good time-management in remote settings.
Usually no formal medical degree required.
Admin / secretarial courses help.
Short courses in HIPAA / data protection (for those serving U.S./EU clients) are useful.
Senior VA / team lead.
Practice manager or operations coordinator.
Move into specialized roles: billing, telehealth coordination, content management.
Many VAs are fully remote and can work for clients in multiple countries.
This is one of the most accessible entry points for Africans with strong English or French and solid computer skills.
Health data analysts help organizations use data to improve care and reduce costs. Duties can include:
Cleaning and organizing healthcare datasets.
Generating basic reports and dashboards.
Tracking key metrics (readmission rates, appointment no-shows, telehealth usage, etc.).
Supporting research and quality improvement projects.
Healthcare is becoming more data-driven – from hospital KPIs to digital health apps.
Startups and NGOs alike need people who can handle health data, even at entry level.
There’s a global skills shortage in data analytics.
Comfortable with numbers and spreadsheets.
Curiosity about patterns and problem-solving.
Basic skills in Excel/Google Sheets, SQL, or Python/R.
Some knowledge of healthcare concepts.
Bachelor’s degree in public health, statistics, computer science, health information, or related field or
Data analytics certifications (e.g., Google Data Analytics, Coursera, other bootcamps).
Short courses in biostatistics, epidemiology, or health informatics can help.
Health data analyst / BI specialist.
Population health analyst, public health analyst.
Transition into data science or health informatics.
Many data roles are remote-friendly, especially with international NGOs, consultancies, and health tech companies.
Excellent pathway for Africans with strong STEM backgrounds.
Virtual health coaches support clients in making healthy lifestyle changes, such as:
Diet and nutrition habits.
Physical activity and exercise.
Sleep, stress, and mental wellbeing.
Medication adherence and chronic disease self-management (within scope of training).
They often work via video calls, chats, apps, or phone.
Chronic illnesses (diabetes, hypertension, obesity) are rising worldwide.
Many digital health startups and insurers now offer coaching programs to improve outcomes and reduce costs. StartUs Insights+1
People are more comfortable with virtual support than ever before.
Motivational and supportive personality.
Strong communication and coaching skills.
Basic knowledge of nutrition, exercise, behavior change, and chronic disease.
Ability to maintain boundaries and work within your certification.
Certification in health coaching, nutrition coaching, or fitness coaching (recognized bodies vary by region).
Background in nursing, physiotherapy, public health, or psychology is a plus but not mandatory.
Senior coach / program lead.
Coaching program designer and content creator.
Transition into public health, wellness program management, or health marketing.
Many coaching roles are remote and flexible, often allowing part-time schedules or multiple clients.
Telehealth support specialists are the IT helpers for virtual care:
Support clinicians and patients with telehealth platforms.
Troubleshoot video, audio, login, and connectivity issues.
Help integrate telehealth tools with EHRs and other systems.
Train staff on using new features.
As telehealth becomes mainstream, reliable tech support is essential. StartUs Insights+1
Many health systems roll out new telehealth tools and need internal help desks.
IT help-desk skills: troubleshooting, ticketing, communication.
Familiarity with networks, webcams, microphones, and software settings.
Ability to explain tech concepts in simple language.
IT-related diploma, associate degree, or bachelor’s degree.
Certifications such as CompTIA A+, Network+, or healthcare-focused credentials like CompTIA Healthcare IT Technician (or equivalents).
On-the-job training in specific telehealth platforms.
Health IT support / systems admin.
Telehealth systems engineer or analyst.
Broader IT roles within hospitals or digital health companies.
Many support roles are remote or hybrid, with some requiring on-site presence depending on employer.
Great entry point if you’re more technical than clinical.
Regardless of which path you choose, a few skill clusters will make you stand out:
Digital Literacy
Comfortable using email, video calls, spreadsheets, basic office software.
Familiarity with EHRs, ticketing tools, or CRM systems is a big plus.
Communication & Empathy
Healthcare is still about people — even if you never step into a hospital.
Active listening, clear writing, and polite professionalism matter.
Data Awareness
Even basic understanding of data (metrics, dashboards, trends) makes you more valuable.
Compliance Mindset
Respecting privacy, confidentiality, and regulations (HIPAA, GDPR, national laws).
Self-Management
Remote work requires discipline, time-management, and proactive communication.
(With a heavy focus on African & international candidates)
⚠️ Important: Job markets change quickly. Always verify that:
The platform is legitimate,
The job post is current, and
The employer can legally hire from your country.
Be wary of “ghost jobs” (unfilled or fake postings), which some analyses suggest affect a notable share of online listings. The Wall Street Journal
Below is a categorized list of job boards, agencies, companies, NGOs, governments, and learning institutions that regularly recruit for healthcare and health-adjacent roles. Many include remote options; others are location-based but useful if you want to work locally in Africa or relocate.
I won’t describe each one in depth (to save your scrolling thumb!) — the idea is to give you a massive menu to explore.
FlexJobs FlexJobs+1
Remote.co Remote.co+1
We Work Remotely (Medical & Health section) We Work Remotely
Remote.com (Jobs) remote.com+1
Indeed (Remote Healthcare Jobs) Indeed+1
LinkedIn Jobs
ZipRecruiter (Remote Medical Jobs) ZipRecruiter
Glassdoor
SimplyHired
Monster
CareerBuilder
Upwork (for freelance health writing, virtual assistance, coaching, etc.)
Fiverr (health content, coaching packages, etc.)
Guru
PeoplePerHour
Freelancer.com
RemoteOK
Working Nomads
Jobspresso
AngelList Talent (Wellfound) – for startup roles
EuropeLanguageJobs (for multilingual support roles)
Jooble
Hired.com
The Muse
Jobleads
Jobbatical (for relocation-friendly roles)
Hubstaff Talent
PowerToFly (remote jobs with diversity focus)
Virtual Vocations
Dynamite Jobs
JustRemote
Remotive
Pangian
Jobgether
ARC.dev (for technical telehealth roles)
Landing.Jobs
Himalayas
Crossover
WorkingNotWorking (good for health creatives)
Contra (freelance platform)
Health eCareers healthcareercenter.com+2dstribute.io+2
RemoteHealth.co remotehealth.co+1
RemoteHealthcareJobs.com remotehealthcarejobs.com
The Remote Nurse (remotemedicaljobs.com) The Remote Nurse+1
HealthcareCareers.com HealthcareCareers.com
HealthCareerCenter.com healthcareercenter.com
MedJobsCafe
PracticeLink
DocCafe
Nurse.com Jobs
AllNurses Jobs
NursingJobs.com
TherapyJobs.com
HospitalCareers.com
HealtheCareers (specialized verticals)
CareerVitals
MedicalJobs.org
MDJobSite
DentalJobs.net
PharmacyWeek
RNCareers.ca (Canada)
JAMA Career Center
NEJM Career Center
BMJ Careers
HealthJobsNationwide
PublicHealthJobs.org
ASHA Career Portal (speech & hearing)
APTA Career Center (physiotherapy)
APA PsychCareers (psychology)
AMIA Career Center (informatics)
(Most have “Careers” pages with remote options.)
Teladoc Health
Amwell
Doxy.me
Included Health
Babylon Health (check current status)
Kry / LIVI
Ada Health
Doctolib (Europe)
Zocdoc
MDLive
Doctor On Demand / Included Health
98point6 (text-based care)
Omada Health (digital chronic care)
Livongo (now with Teladoc)
Noom (coaching roles)
Ro (Roman)
Hims & Hers
Headspace Health
Talkspace
BetterHelp
One Medical (now with Amazon)
Push Doctor (UK)
Ada Health
Babylon-style regional telehealth clones (e.g., in MENA, Africa)
Cadence (RPM, chronic care) Business Insider
Cityblock Health
Oak Street Health
Clover Health
Oscar Health
Carbon Health
K Health
Maven Clinic (women’s & family health)
Lyra Health (mental health)
Spring Health (mental health)
Mindstrong (mental health tech)
(Each has varying levels of entry-level roles: support, coordination, content, IT, and data.)
Africa Health Care Jobs Portal careerportal.africahealthcare.co.za
Africa Health Business (AHB) – Careers africahb.com
JobsInAfrica
AfricaJobs.com
Jobberman (Nigeria & Ghana)
BrighterMonday (Kenya, Uganda) – Healthcare Category BrighterMonday
JobWeb Africa (country-specific sites)
Careers in Africa (Global Career Company)
MyJobMag (multiple African countries)
JoblistNigeria
JobinKenya / JobinSouthAfrica
CareerJunction (multi-country)
Glassdoor regional listings (Africa filter)
LinkedIn (Africa filter, remote filter)
UNJobs.org (Africa filter)
Devex (global development roles in Africa)
ReliefWeb (health & humanitarian)
Impactpool (global development & UN)
Africa Union e-Recruitment portal
Africa CDC (Africa Centres for Disease Control) – Careers
MedicalWorldNigeria.com (medical news + jobs) Medical World Nigeria
NelaJobs – Medical Jobs in Nigeria www.nelajobs.com
Jobberman Nigeria
HotNigerianJobs (Medical & Health section)
MyJobMag Nigeria
NaijaHotJobs
Jobzilla Nigeria
JobsInNigeria.com
Jobgurus Nigeria
JobListNigeria
JustJobsNG
NGCareers
NigeriaHealthWatch (news + occasional jobs / projects)
Federal Ministry of Health Nigeria – Careers / Recruitment
Teaching hospitals and federal medical centres’ own portals
State-level health service commissions (e.g., Lagos State Health Service Commission)
Private hospital groups (e.g., Lagoon Hospitals, Reddington, Evercare – check careers pages)
Health insurance HMOs (e.g., AXA Mansard Health, Reliance HMO – careers pages)
Pharmacies and retail chains with health roles (e.g., HealthPlus, MedPlus)
NGOs posting Nigeria health jobs via ReliefWeb / Devex / MedicalWorldNigeria
BrighterMonday Kenya (Healthcare) BrighterMonday
Fuzu (Kenya, Uganda, Nigeria)
MyJobMag Kenya
JobsInKenya.co.ke
Career Point Kenya
Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council – notices / jobs
Ministry of Health Kenya – vacancies
Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) – Careers
AMREF Health Africa – Jobs
Aga Khan University Hospital Nairobi – Careers
Nairobi Hospital – Careers
Gertrude’s Children’s Hospital – Careers
Equity Afia Clinics – Careers
MP Shah Hospital – Careers
Kenyatta National Hospital – Careers
International NGOs with strong Kenyan presence (MSF, Red Cross, IRC, Save the Children, etc.)
UNON / UN-Habitat / UNEP HQ in Nairobi – health, HR, wellness, and data roles
ILRI (International Livestock Research Institute) – health and one-health roles
African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC) – Careers
AMREF Virtual Academy – learning + occasional job links
AfricaHealthCare.co.za careers careerportal.africahealthcare.co.za
CareerJunction (South Africa)
PNet (Medical, Healthcare & Nursing)
Indeed South Africa – Healthcare
Glassdoor South Africa
JobMail
Careers24
Government of South Africa Department of Health – Vacancies
Provincial health department portals (Gauteng, Western Cape, KZN, etc.)
Netcare Group – Careers
Life Healthcare Group – Careers
Mediclinic Southern Africa – Careers
Clicks Group (pharmacy, clinic) – Careers
Dis-Chem Pharmacies – Careers
South African Medical Association (SAMA) listings
Right to Care – Careers
BroadReach Health Development – Careers
Aurum Institute – Careers
Wits Health Consortium – Careers
University of Cape Town / Wits / Stellenbosch health faculty job portals
Emploitic (Algeria)
Emploi.ma / Rekrute (Morocco)
Bayt (MENA, including North Africa)
Emploi.td, Emploi.sn, Emploi.ga (country variants)
Careers in Morocco Health sector pages
JobinRwanda
JobWebGhana / Jobberman Ghana
Tonaton Jobs (Ghana)
Jobberman Tanzania / BrighterMonday Tanzania
Namijob / Jobnaija variations for West & Central Africa
Ethiopian Ministry of Health – Vacancies
Addis Ababa University – College of Health Sciences careers
Ghana Health Service – Recruitment
Ministry of Health Uganda – Jobs
University Teaching Hospitals (Mali, Senegal, Ivory Coast, Cameroon – check individual sites)
West African Health Organisation (WAHO) – Vacancies
African Field Epidemiology Networks (AFENET) – Jobs
African Society for Laboratory Medicine (ASLM) – Careers
ECOWAS Commission – health-related roles
CDC Africa country offices – recruitment pages
World Health Organization (WHO) – Careers
UNICEF – Health, Nutrition, WASH roles
UNAIDS – Careers
UNFPA – Sexual & reproductive health roles
UNDP – HIV, health systems, and data roles
World Bank – Health, Nutrition & Population
African Development Bank – Health and human capital projects
Global Fund to Fight AIDS, TB and Malaria – Careers
GAVI – The Vaccine Alliance – Careers
Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation – Global Health roles
Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI) – Careers
Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) – Jobs
International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) – Health roles
International Federation of Red Cross & Red Crescent (IFRC)
Save the Children – Health & Nutrition
Oxfam – Public health & WASH roles
CARE International – Health & humanitarian roles
International Rescue Committee (IRC) – Health & protection roles
PATH – Global health innovation
FHI 360
Jhpiego
PSI (Population Services International)
Partners In Health (PIH)
Doctors of the World
World Vision
Malaria Consortium
MSF regional offices (e.g., South Africa, Kenya)
Plan International – Health & SRH roles
Marie Stopes / MSI Reproductive Choices
Wellcome Trust – some health-related roles and fellowships
The Union (International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease)
RTI International (health practice)
Many of these organizations list roles on ReliefWeb, Devex, Impactpool and their own websites.
London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine – Jobs
Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health – Careers
Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health – Jobs
University of Washington – Department of Global Health
University of Cape Town – Faculty of Health Sciences jobs
University of the Witwatersrand (Wits) Health Sciences – Careers
Stellenbosch University – Health & Medical Faculty Jobs
University of Nairobi – College of Health Sciences Jobs
Makerere University School of Public Health – Jobs
University of Ghana School of Public Health – Jobs
KEMRI-Wellcome Trust Research Programme – Jobs
Ifakara Health Institute (Tanzania) – Jobs
MRC/UVRI & LSHTM Uganda Research Unit – Careers
Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research (Ghana) – Jobs
INDEPTH Network member research centres across Africa
African Academy of Sciences (AAS) – Jobs & Fellowships
Africa Centres of Excellence in health disciplines (various universities)
The Global Health Network – jobs & fellowships board
Universities’ hospital partners (teaching hospitals) – job portals
OpenWHO, Coursera, edX & FutureLearn (for training; some link to internships)
Ministries of Health (all African countries) – official vacancy portals
National Health Insurance authorities (NHIF, NHIS, etc.)
National public health institutes (NCDC Nigeria, NICD South Africa, etc.)
National drug and food regulatory agencies (NAFDAC, SAHPRA, etc.)
Blood transfusion services and transplant authorities
County / district health offices (Kenya, Uganda, Nigeria, etc.)
Public service commissions with health job categories
CDC (US CDC) – global health and remote roles (often posted on USAJOBS)
USAID – Global health & program management roles
DFID / FCDO (UK) health programs
GIZ (Germany) – health projects
Global Affairs Canada – health and development postings
European CDC and national public health institutes (ECDC, RKI, Santé Publique France, etc.)
ProBlogger Job Board (health blogging)
Contena (writing; occasionally health niches)
Mediabistro (health media jobs)
JournalismJobs.com (health reporting)
Behance & Dribbble (for health design content roles)
Remote OK (health, AI & data dashboards)
Stack Overflow Jobs (for dev roles in health tech)
GitHub Jobs / company repos (for open-source health projects)
Health tech startup accelerators’ portfolios (Y Combinator, Techstars, etc.) – many startups list roles on their own sites
Noom Careers (coaching, content)
Headspace Careers
Calm Careers
MyFitnessPal Careers
Peloton (wellness + tech)
BetterUp (coaching platform – some health/wellbeing-linked roles)
Precision Nutrition (nutrition coaching)
ACE Fitness, NASM, ISSA – certification providers with job boards or partner postings
Digital therapy / CBT app companies (e.g., SilverCloud, Big Health) – check careers pages
TTEC (customer service, including healthcare clients)
Alorica (healthcare contact centers)
Concentrix (healthcare support)
Teleperformance (health and insurance clients)
Sutherland (healthcare BPO)
Cognizant (healthcare practice)
Accenture Health
Optum (UnitedHealth Group)
Cigna / Evernorth (often remote roles)
Aetna / CVS Health
Anthem / Elevance Health
IQVIA (clinical research, data)
Syneos Health (clinical & commercial)
Parexel
ICON plc
Labcorp (diagnostics & clinical research)
Philips Healthcare
GE HealthCare
Siemens Healthineers
Amazon (One Medical, Amazon Clinic, health teams)
Google Health / DeepMind Health teams
Microsoft Health & life sciences teams
Not all roles are entry-level or remote, but health content, customer support, data, and technical support roles are common.
FlexJobs – general vetted remote jobs (including healthcare). FlexJobs+1
RemoteMedicalJobs / The Remote Nurse – remote clinical & non-clinical health jobs. The Remote Nurse+1
Indeed – huge number of remote healthcare postings. Indeed+1
Health eCareers – dedicated healthcare job board. dstribute.io+1
(You can treat these as your “top 4 starting points” for finding remote healthcare work globally.)
Here’s a simple way to turn this huge list into actual job leads:
Pick 1–2 roles from the 10 career paths that truly fit your interests and strengths.
Shortlist 10–15 platforms:
3–4 global remote boards,
3–4 healthcare-specific boards,
3–4 Africa / country-specific,
2–3 NGO / multilateral sites.
Create a job-search spreadsheet:
Columns: Role, Link, Company, Country/Remote, Deadline, Status, Notes.
Every day, spend 30–60 minutes:
Check your shortlist of boards.
Save interesting roles and apply thoughtfully.
Track applications and follow ups.
Follow and connect with:
Recruiters and hiring managers on LinkedIn.
Health organizations operating in your country or region.
Alumni and professionals already working remotely in the roles you want.
Here’s a framework you can adapt, whether you’re in Lagos, Nairobi, Johannesburg, Accra, Cairo, or anywhere else.
Read the above descriptions of the 10 careers.
Narrow down to 1 primary and 1 backup option.
Find 10 job ads for each chosen role and note:
Skills required
Tools mentioned (e.g., EPIC, Zoom, Tableau, etc.)
Certifications commonly requested
This gives you a real-world curriculum.
Enroll in 1–2 short, focused courses:
Billing & coding, health data analytics, medical writing, telehealth, etc.
Complete at least 3 portfolio projects, such as:
Sample patient education article (for medical writers).
Mock dashboards using sample health data (for data analysts).
Recorded mock telehealth intake calls with a friend (for telehealth coordinators).
Sample SOPs, call scripts or scheduling workflows (for VAs / support specialists).
Create a skills-based CV highlighting:
Health knowledge (courses, volunteering, past roles).
Remote-friendly skills (tech tools, communication, languages).
Update your LinkedIn profile:
Headline like: “Aspiring Remote Medical Billing Specialist | CPC-A Candidate | Based in Nairobi”.
About section summarizing your target role, skills, and remote readiness.
Ask 2–3 people (supervisors, lecturers, colleagues) for recommendations.
Apply to at least 5–10 relevant roles per week (quality > quantity).
Customize your CV and cover letter briefly for each application:
Mirror key keywords from the job description.
Highlight remote work experience (even if freelance or volunteer).
Reach out to recruiters or staff on LinkedIn and politely reference your application.
Practice answering:
Behavioral questions (“Tell me about a time you…”)
Role-specific scenarios (how you’d handle a billing denial, a confused telehealth patient, etc.).
If you’re not getting interviews:
Review your CV with a mentor.
Apply for internships, volunteer roles or contracts to gain that first experience.
Reassess your strategy every two weeks and adjust.
By 2026, healthcare will be:
More digital,
More remote, and
More data-driven
…than ever before.
That doesn’t just create jobs for doctors and nurses; it opens thousands of entry-level roles for people who can code claims, onboard patients to apps, write clear health content, analyze data, or support telehealth platforms — from anywhere in the world.
If you’re in Africa or any emerging market, this shift is a massive opportunity:
You can work remotely for global employers.
You can help local health systems digitize and catch up.
You can build a career that grows as healthcare modernizes.
You don’t need a perfect background.
You just need:
A clear target role,
A learning plan, and
Consistent action over the next 90 days.
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