Medical Office Assistant Jobs in Texas
Medical Office Assistant jobs in Texas are in high demand, with active hiring concentrated in outpatient clinics, large health systems, and specialty practices, and openings at every level from entry-level through senior administrative positions. The busiest hiring metros are Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and San Antonio, where established employers such as HCA Houston Healthcare, Baylor Scott & White Health, and UT Health are among the most consistent sources of openings. Front-desk coordination, medical billing and coding support, and multi-specialty clinic roles are the most sought-after concentrations in Texas right now. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Location: Austin, TX
Facility: Seton Family Hospitals
Department/Specialty: Spine and Scoliosis
Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
What You Will Do:
- Work in a customer service capacity providing administrative and clerical support to patients and customers in a medical setting.
- Greet patients and visitors, check patients in and out, and obtain necessary documentation.
- Verify and enter demographic information.
- Obtain and verify insurance authorizations/precertification.
- Complete medical record release requests and schedule/confirm patient appointments.
- Enter, review and submit charges for patient procedures and services daily.
- Collect co-payments and reconcile all daily reports and deposits for accuracy.
- Provide general office and clerical support to assigned area.
What You Will Need:
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Education: High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
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Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.
Why Join Our Team:
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
Fraud prevention notice
Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.
E-Verify statement
Employer does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.
Benefits:
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Various health insurance options & wellness plans
- Retirement benefits including employer match plans
- Long-term & short-term disability
- Employee assistance programs (EAP)
- Parental leave & adoption assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Ways to give back to your community
Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.
Location: Austin, TX
Facility: Seton Family Hospitals
Department/Specialty: Spine and Scoliosis
Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
What You Will Do:
- Work in a customer service capacity providing administrative and clerical support to patients and customers in a medical setting.
- Greet patients and visitors, check patients in and out, and obtain necessary documentation.
- Verify and enter demographic information.
- Obtain and verify insurance authorizations/precertification.
- Complete medical record release requests and schedule/confirm patient appointments.
- Enter, review and submit charges for patient procedures and services daily.
- Collect co-payments and reconcile all daily reports and deposits for accuracy.
- Provide general office and clerical support to assigned area.
What You Will Need:
-
Education: High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
-
Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.
Why Join Our Team:
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
Fraud prevention notice
Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.
E-Verify statement
Employer does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.
Benefits:
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Various health insurance options & wellness plans
- Retirement benefits including employer match plans
- Long-term & short-term disability
- Employee assistance programs (EAP)
- Parental leave & adoption assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Ways to give back to your community
Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.
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Medical Office Assistant Job Market in Texas
A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Ascension7
- UT Southwestern Medical Center6
- Texas Children's Hospital2
- Fresenius Medical Care1
- University of Texas Medical Branch1
Top Industries Hiring
- Education6
- Healthcare & Medical Services3
- Insurance2
- Agriculture & Farming1
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in medical office assistant jobs across Texas.
- High school diploma or equivalent required by most Texas clinical and administrative employers
- Certification such as CCMA or CMAA from NCCT or AAMA preferred or required
- Proficiency in electronic health records systems, especially Epic or Athenahealth
- Experience with scheduling, insurance verification, and prior authorization processes
- Bilingual English and Spanish communication skills valued across Texas markets
- Knowledge of HIPAA privacy regulations and Texas medical records compliance standards
Medical Office Assistant Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a medical office assistant in Texas?
Texas does not require a state-issued license for medical office assistants, so the path centers on education and nationally recognized credentials. Most employers prefer candidates who have completed a medical assisting or health administration program at a Texas community college or vocational school, such as those offered through the Texas State Technical College system or Houston Community College. Earning a certification from AAMA or NCCT strengthens your application significantly and is required by many larger health systems.
How much do medical office assistants make in Texas?
Medical office assistants in Texas earn a median of about $39,520 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $31,200 for the lowest 10% to over $49,260 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire medical office assistants in Texas?
Employers hiring medical office assistants in Texas right now include Ascension, UT Southwestern Medical Center, and Texas Children's Hospital, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Texas's large integrated health systems and independent specialty clinic networks both post regularly, making it one of the more active states for consistent openings in this role.
Which Texas cities have the most medical office assistant jobs?
Austin, Dallas, and Houston have the highest concentration of medical office assistant openings in Texas. Houston's density of major hospital systems and specialty clinics drives the largest share of listings, while Dallas-Fort Worth's sprawling suburban growth has expanded clinic and outpatient demand, and San Antonio's strong military-affiliated and community health infrastructure supports steady hiring across the metro.
Are there remote medical office assistant jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. Medical office assistant work is largely on-site by nature, as most duties involve patient intake, front-desk coordination, and direct clinic support. About 6% of medical office assistant openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, and those roles tend to focus on medical billing, insurance verification, or prior authorization tasks that don't require a physical presence.
How can I get hired as a medical office assistant in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing a certificate program at a Texas community college, then applying directly to outpatient clinics and federally qualified health centers, which hire more new candidates than large hospital systems. Texas employers such as community health networks and multi-specialty groups often bring in entry-level hires from patient service representative or medical receptionist roles as a lateral step. Earning a CCMA or CMAA certification before applying gives candidates with no clinical background a concrete credential that offsets the lack of work history.
Where can I find and apply to medical office assistant jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to medical office assistant jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings from employers actively hiring. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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