Best Virtual Assistant & Medical VA Job Websites & Platforms (Global, Africa-Friendly & US-Only)
Updated: Feb 18
Virtual Assistant (VA) work has grown into one of the most in-demand remote career paths globally. From general administrative support to executive assistance and medical virtual assistant roles, there are now hundreds of platforms connecting VAs to clients worldwide.
However, not all VA platforms hire from everywhere. Some are strictly US-only, some are Philippines-only, while others are Africa- and Nigeria-friendly.
This guide breaks everything down clearly so you don’t waste time applying to platforms that don’t hire from your location. And if you're a student or recent graduate, know that being a virtual assistant is one way to work and make money from home, but there are other ways. Read below:
Global Virtual Assistant Agencies (Placement Companies)
These companies hire and place VAs directly with clients. Most roles are long-term and structured.
Belay (US Only)
A premium US-based VA placement agency offering high-paying roles.
Roles: Admin VA, Bookkeeping, Executive Assistant
Website: https://www.belaysolutions.com
Time etc (US & UK Only)
A well-known VA company hiring experienced assistants.
Roles: Admin support, inbox management, scheduling
Website: https://www.timeetc.com
Boldly (formerly Worldwide101) (US, Canada, UK & Europe)
A subscription-based staffing company with strict hiring standards.
Roles: Executive Assistant, Project Manager, Marketing Assistant.
Website: https://www.boldly.com
Fancy Hands (Global / Africa-friendly)
Task-based VA platform offering flexible, short-term work.
Roles: Admin tasks, research, and scheduling.
Website: https://www.fancyhands.com
Virtual Gurus (Global)
A diversity-focused VA marketplace open to international talent.
Roles: Admin VA, Social Media VA, General VA
Website: https://www.thevirtualgurus.com
Delegated (Some global hiring)
Offers dedicated VAs for executives and teams.
Roles: Executive Assistant, Operations Support
Website: https://www.delegated.com
UAssistMe (Global – LatAm-focused but open)
Based in El Salvador with a global remote workforce.
Roles: Admin VA, Marketing VA, Sales Support
Website: https://www.uassistme.co
Freelance & Remote Work Marketplaces for VAs
(Beginner-Friendly)
These platforms allow VAs to find and pitch their own clients.
Upwork
One of the largest freelance marketplaces globally.
Website: https://www.upwork.com
Fiverr
Great for offering niche VA services.
Website: https://www.fiverr.com
Offers both short-term and long-term VA contracts.
Website: https://www.freelancer.com
PeoplePerHour
UK-based but open to global freelancers.
Website: https://www.peopleperhour.com
Guru
Popular for admin and data-entry VA roles.
Website: https://www.guru.com
For more job boards click here: Where to Find Virtual Assistant Jobs (Beginner to Advanced Guide)
Executive Assistant & Specialist VA Platforms
These companies focus on high-level support roles.
Athena Executive Assistants (Highly selective)
Elite EA roles supporting founders and CEOs.
Website: https://www.athena.com
My BTLR (My Butler) (US Only)
Concierge-style executive assistant services.
Website: https://www.mybtlr.com
InboxDone (Selected countries only)
Specialises in email management VAs.
Website: https://www.inboxdone.com
Wing Assistant (Global / Nigeria-friendly)
Fully remote VA roles across industries.
Website: https://www.wingassistant.com
International VA Hiring Companies (Africa-Friendly)
These companies hire and sometimes train VAs from developing countries, including Nigeria.
Remote CoWorker (Nigeria-friendly)
Affordable VA services with global hiring.
Website: https://www.remotecoworker.com
Virtual Staff Finder (Mostly Philippines)
Occasionally accepts strong international applicants.
Website: https://www.virtualstafffinder.com
AfriBlocks
Marketplace for African freelancers.
Website: https://www.afriblocks.com
TalentQL (via AltSchool Africa)
Helps place African talent into remote roles.
Website: https://www.talentql.com
TechPoint Africa Jobs
Tech, admin, and startup roles across Africa.
Website: https://www.techpoint.africa/jobs
Specialised Task & Micro-Work VA Platforms
TaskRabbit (Region-dependent)
Admin errands and task-based work.
Website: https://www.taskrabbit.com
ClickWorker
Micro-tasks like data entry and research.
Website: https://www.clickworker.com
RemoteTasks
Data labelling and admin support roles.
Website: https://www.remotetasks.com
Medical Virtual Assistant (Medical VA) Job Platforms
Medical VA roles involve admin support for clinics, hospitals, and healthcare providers.
Medical VA Outsourcing Companies (Best for Nigerians)
MEDVA
Medical admin, billing, scribing, and insurance claims.
Website: https://www.medva.com
Care VMA Health
Medical receptionist, scribe, billing & coding.
Website: https://www.carevmahealth.com
MCVO Talent
Medical billing, insurance verification, and charting.
Website: https://www.mcvotalent.com
DigiWorks
Healthcare virtual assistants hired globally.
Website: https://www.teamdigiworks.com
Virtual RNS
Medical admin and virtual scribe support.
Website: https://www.virtualrns.com
Major Healthcare & Insurance Companies (Mostly US-Only)
These companies hire remote medical admin roles, but usually require US residency due to HIPAA laws.
UnitedHealth Group / Optum
Cigna
Aetna (CVS Health)
Humana
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Elevance Health (Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Molina Healthcare
Centene Corporation
Smaller US Medical Networks Hiring Remote Admin Roles
Sutter Health
Intermountain Health
AdventHealth
Banner Health
Providence Health
Most are US-only.
Important Notes for Africans & Nigerians
Many US healthcare companies do not hire internationally due to HIPAA compliance.
Medical VA outsourcing companies are the best route for Nigerians.
Freelance platforms (Upwork, Fiverr) also offer medical admin roles if you position yourself correctly.
Strong English, confidentiality awareness, and flexible work hours are essential.
Bonus: Organic Ways to Get VA Clients
Facebook Groups (coaches, founders, business owners)
LinkedIn (optimize your profile)
Twitter/X (relationship-based networking)
Instagram (skill-based content)
WhatsApp Status (very underrated!)
Watch this video to learn how you can get clients organically:
Final Thoughts
Virtual Assistant work is global, but access depends on location. Knowing where you can and cannot apply saves time and increases success.
Learn how to begin your journey as a Virtual Assistant: Watch this video
As always, I wish you success in your endeavours. See you in the next post.
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