Clinical Medical Assistant Jobs in Texas
Clinical Medical Assistant jobs in Texas are concentrated in Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and San Antonio, where large integrated health systems like HCA Healthcare, CHRISTUS Health, and Baylor Scott & White Health generate consistent demand. Openings range from entry-level ambulatory care roles to experienced positions in specialty clinics focused on cardiology, family medicine, and pediatrics. Texas is one of the most active hiring markets in the country for this role, with openings spread across hospital outpatient departments, physician group practices, and urgent care networks. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
- High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)
EXPERIENCE
- Five years medical assistant experience with highly complex, chronic disease management or in a specialty discipline
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required
- Certified Medical Assistant through AAMA, NAHP, NCCT. NHA or Registered Medical Assistant or EMT and
- BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association
- CPT – Certified Phlebotomy Technician (ACA)
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
- Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
- Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
- Knowledge of medical practice and care of patients and ability to assist with examinations, diagnostic and treatment procedures, knowledge of medical equipment and instruments
- Skill in developing and maintaining clinical quality assurance to maintain accurate medical records
- Demonstrate a learning attitude toward solving problems, using good reasoning and judgment
- Provide safe patient-centered, compassionate and competent care
- Proficient in computer skills for documentation and work-related purposes
- Completes required continuous training and education, including department-specific requirements. Maintain current certifications
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, coworkers and the public
- Ability to work with peers in a team situation
- Possess an understanding of the patient population as it relates to the clinical disease process
- Proficient in computer skills for documentation and work-related purpose Demonstrates advanced assessment competences appropriate for level of practice
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Role models and promotes a positive work environment that actively assists interprofessional care team to achieve optimal department results. Makes contributions to the work effort as a whole, by leading and initiating problem resolution within the work unit. Facilitates teamwork by anticipating the need for assistance and responding positively to requests for assistance.
- Collaborates with all members of the interprofessional health care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner. Teaches peers to critically think by verbally expressing rationale for decisions and follows up consistently. Facilitates open, professional, communication to achieve mutual understanding, role modeling by example.
- Independently executes the duties and responsibilities of preceptor, serves as a clinical resource in the department, using advanced skills and competencies, guiding and mentoring colleagues’ though processes in order to provide optimal patient care. Provides structured feedback with examples.
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Provides care to patients visiting the clinic under the direct supervision of a Physician, Registered Nurse, or clinic leadership procedures. Complete pre-visit planning workflow prior to visit whenever possible, including completing and/or requesting appropriate documentation. In collaboration with the provider team, anticipates the needs of the specific patient population.
- Communicates with patient, obtains and documents vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), chief complaint(s), preforms medication(s) review, discusses/reviews medical and social history (as appropriate). Documents, in patient’s electronic medical record (EMR). care administered, all diagnostic measurements, treatments and procedures in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Follow-up with patient as appropriate to ensure compliance with recommendations, medications, lab/x-ray results, special visits, PCP visits, dieticians, diabetes educators, etc. Ensures patient utilization and activation of MyChart.
- Provides care coordination with hospital, ED, consulting physicians and/or community resources whenever appropriate to including handling patient inquiries.
- Role models behaviors and skills, through peer-to-peer accountability, towards improving department score for patient satisfaction.
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Reports observations, conditions and problems of patients to the physician and/or nurse. Recognizes abnormal clinical findings and reports them appropriately. Provides for the privacy of patients and families, keeping the safety of the patient in mind.
- Accurately performs routine tests on patients such as EKG, rapid strep, urinalysis, and urine pregnancy tests.
- Sterilizing instruments and equipment; prepare, clean and maintain exam and treatment rooms, as well as supplies and equipment.
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Responsible for stocking exam rooms, taking inventory, and ordering supplies.
- Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks, minimizing incidental overtime. Role models effective time management and coordinates colleagues to meet the overall demands of the department.
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Develops skills of team members and continually assists with improving skills, performance and outcomes. Actively participates in professional development and the development of ongoing educational activities at a department-based level.
- Offers innovative solutions through participation in performance improvement activities. Completes and updates My Development plan on an on-going basis.
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
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WORK ATTIRE
- Uniform: Yes
- Scrubs: Yes
- Business professional: No
- Other (department approved): Yes
- Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.
- On Call* No
- May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes
- May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No
ON-CALL*
TRAVEL**
**Travel specifications may vary by department**
EDUCATION
- High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)
EXPERIENCE
- Five years medical assistant experience with highly complex, chronic disease management or in a specialty discipline
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required
- Certified Medical Assistant through AAMA, NAHP, NCCT. NHA or Registered Medical Assistant or EMT and
- BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association
Company Profile:
Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is an integral part of Houston Methodist’s overall strategy to become one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers. Established as a nonprofit corporation certified by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, the Specialty Physician Group enables physicians to maintain autonomy with respect to clinical practice while growing their practice within an academic environment.
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in clinical medical assistant jobs across Texas.
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) credential through AAMA or RMA through AMT preferred
- High school diploma or equivalent with completion of an accredited medical assistant program
- Proficiency in clinical tasks including phlebotomy, vital signs, and EKG administration
- Experience with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Athenahealth
- Strong patient communication skills in both English and Spanish preferred in many Texas markets
- Current CPR and Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association
Clinical Medical Assistant Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a clinical medical assistant in Texas?
Texas does not require a state-issued license to work as a clinical medical assistant, but most employers expect candidates to hold a nationally recognized credential such as the Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) from the American Association of Medical Assistants or the Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) from American Medical Technologists. To earn these credentials, you need to complete a medical assistant program at an accredited Texas community college or vocational school and pass the certification exam. Programs typically take one year or less to complete.
Which companies hire clinical medical assistants in Texas?
Employers hiring clinical medical assistants in Texas right now include MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston Methodist, and IntraCare, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Texas's dense network of hospital-owned outpatient clinics and multi-specialty physician groups means openings are distributed across both large health systems and independent practices throughout the state.
Which Texas cities have the most clinical medical assistant jobs?
Houston, The Woodlands, and Austin have the most clinical medical assistant openings in Texas. Houston leads because of its vast Texas Medical Center ecosystem and surrounding outpatient campuses, while Dallas-Fort Worth's concentration of large health systems and corporate headquarters supports high ambulatory clinic volume, and San Antonio's military-affiliated medical community and growing civilian health sector add consistent demand.
Are there remote clinical medical assistant jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of clinical medical assistant openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting that most duties require in-person patient contact. The portions of the role most likely to support remote work include pre-authorization calls, telephone triage, and care coordination for patients in telehealth-based primary care practices.
How can I get hired as a clinical medical assistant in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing an accredited medical assistant program at a Texas community college, such as those offered through Austin Community College or San Jacinto College, and earning your CMA or RMA credential before applying. Large Texas health systems including Baylor Scott & White Health and CHRISTUS Health regularly hire recent graduates into ambulatory care roles with structured onboarding. Candidates who have worked as patient care technicians, pharmacy technicians, or medical receptionists often transition successfully by highlighting transferable clinical or administrative skills.
Where can I find and apply to clinical medical assistant jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to clinical medical assistant jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring across the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your credentials, specialty interests, and preferred location in Texas, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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