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 roles964+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerSelect Physical Therapy
Top citySan Diego, CA
Work type95% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Medical Office Assistant
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Medical Office Assistant
Multiple Sclerosis and Neurology Institute of Austin (MSNIA)
Austin, Texas
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
$18 - $22/hr
On-Site
High school diploma or GED

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Medical University of South Carolina
Medical Office Assistant/PRN/Floater
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Medical University of South Carolina
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Medical Office Assistant/PRN/Floater
Medical University of South Carolina
Lancaster, South Carolina
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
EMT Certification
10,000+

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Medical Assistant (School Health Office)
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Medical Assistant (School Health Office)
United Schools of Indianapolis
Indianapolis, Indiana
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Specialists
CPR Certification

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Progressive Home Health & Hospice
Medical Office Assistant
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Progressive Home Health & Hospice
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Medical Office Assistant
Progressive Home Health & Hospice
Wichita, Kansas
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
On-Site

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Medical Office Manager
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New 12h ago
Medical Office Manager
AIM CENTER
Redlands, California
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
$22 - $24/hr
On-Site
Overseeing health insurance pre-certification

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Medical Office Assistant Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Select Physical Therapy
    Select Physical Therapy18
  • MyMichigan Health
    MyMichigan Health16
  • WSA
    WSA15
  • UCHealth
    UCHealth15
  • Medical University of South Carolina
    Medical University of South Carolina14

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services68
  • Education9
  • Science & Research5
  • Agriculture & Farming1

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, MyMichigan Health, and WSA, with the largest share of openings in California, Florida, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 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 5% of medical office assistant openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 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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