Medical Office Assistant Jobs

Medical Office Assistant jobs are open across physician practices, urgent care centers, hospitals, and specialty clinics, from entry-level to senior roles, with specializations in patient scheduling, medical billing, and clinical support. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles1,494+
Top stateTexas
Top employerSelect Physical Therapy
Top citySan Antonio, TX
Work type96% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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RenalCare Associates
Medical Office Assistant
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RenalCare Associates
New 5h ago
Medical Office Assistant
RenalCare Associates
Peoria, Illinois
Administrative & Office Support
Customer Service
Healthcare Administration
$18 - $21/hr
CPR Certification

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LifeStance Health
Medical Office Receptionist
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LifeStance Health
New 5h ago
Medical Office Receptionist
LifeStance Health
Mooresville, North Carolina
Administrative & Office Support
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
On-Site
High school diploma or GED
5,001-10,000

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LifeStance Health
Medical Office Receptionist
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LifeStance Health
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Medical Office Receptionist
LifeStance Health
Huntersville, North Carolina
Administrative & Office Support
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
On-Site
High school diploma or GED
5,001-10,000

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Texas Orthopedics
Medical Office Manager/Northwest Austin Clinic - Texas Orthopedics
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Texas Orthopedics
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Medical Office Manager/Northwest Austin Clinic - Texas Orthopedics
Texas Orthopedics
Austin, Texas
Corporate Training
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Teaching & Instruction
$42k - $75k/yr
High school diploma or GED
51-200

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Select Physical Therapy
Medical Front Office - Patient Service Specialist
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Select Physical Therapy
New 7h ago
Medical Front Office - Patient Service Specialist
Select Physical Therapy
Vienna, Virginia
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
$19 - $21/hr
Overseeing health insurance pre-certification

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Medical Office Assistant Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Select Physical Therapy
    Select Physical Therapy52
  • LifeStance Health
    LifeStance Health43
  • NextCare Urgent Care
    NextCare Urgent Care33
  • OSF HealthCare
    OSF HealthCare30
  • NovaCare
    NovaCare28

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Education

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in medical office assistant jobs.

  • Experience with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Athenahealth
  • Knowledge of medical terminology, ICD-10 codes, and CPT coding basics
  • High school diploma or equivalent with a medical assistant certificate or diploma
  • Proficiency in scheduling, patient check-in, and insurance verification processes
  • Strong communication skills for front-desk patient interaction and phone management
  • Ability to maintain HIPAA compliance and handle confidential patient information

Tips for Your Medical Office Assistant Job Search

Tailor your resume to each setting

A resume that works for a family practice may not resonate with a specialty clinic. Highlight the specific software, patient volume, and administrative duties that match the posting, whether that's EHR documentation, insurance verification, or prior authorization workflows.

List certifications prominently near the top

Credentials like a CCMA or CMAA are often filtered in applicant tracking systems before a hiring manager ever sees your resume. Place them in a dedicated certifications section above your work history so they're caught early in the screening process.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists medical office assistant openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Target postings that name your EHR system

Employers frequently screen for experience with specific platforms like Epic, Athenahealth, or Kareo. When a posting names the system you've used, say so explicitly in both your resume and cover letter rather than listing EHR experience generically.

Prepare for scenario-based interview questions

Interviewers at medical offices often ask how you'd handle a double-booked schedule, an upset patient, or a billing discrepancy. Rehearse two or three specific situations from past experience that show you stayed composed and resolved the issue efficiently.

Negotiate start dates around certification timelines

If you're awaiting a certification result, disclose this upfront rather than after an offer. Most clinical employers will hold a position for a short period when you're transparent, and it builds trust before your first day.

Medical Office Assistant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most medical office assistants?

The companies hiring the most medical office assistants right now include Select Physical Therapy, LifeStance Health, and NextCare Urgent Care, with the largest share of openings in Texas, California, and Ohio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Multi-site health systems and urgent care chains tend to post the highest volume of openings at any given time.

How many medical office assistant jobs are remote?

About 4% of medical office assistant openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the in-person nature of most front-desk and clinical support duties. Remote opportunities tend to cluster in medical billing, insurance verification, and patient scheduling roles that don't require a physical presence in the office.

How do you become a medical office assistant?

You typically complete a medical assistant certificate or diploma program at a community college or vocational school, which covers medical terminology, anatomy basics, administrative procedures, and EHR software. After finishing your program, earning a credential like the CCMA or CMAA strengthens your application. Most employers expect you to pass a background check and drug screening before your start date.

Can you get hired as a medical office assistant with little or no experience?

Yes, many clinics and urgent care centers hire candidates with no prior medical office experience if you've completed a certificate program and can demonstrate familiarity with scheduling software and patient-facing communication. Volunteering at a hospital, shadowing at a clinic, or working in any customer-service role that required confidentiality and organization all strengthen an entry-level application in this field.

What does the medical office assistant interview process look like?

Most medical office assistant interviews start with a phone or video screen covering your background and availability, followed by an in-person interview with the office manager or clinical supervisor. You'll likely be asked scenario questions about handling difficult patients, managing scheduling conflicts, or maintaining confidentiality. Some practices also conduct a brief skills check on their EHR system or ask you to demonstrate how you'd verify insurance eligibility.

Where can I find and apply to medical office assistant jobs?

You can find and apply to medical office assistant jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level, preferred setting, and location, then apply directly to each listing that fits.

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