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Medical Administrative Assistant Training in Texas

Master the business side of healthcare with free, self-paced MAA training. Texas has 15,000+ job openings with $44K average salary—2% below national average.

15,000+
Job Openings
$44K
Avg Salary
9%
Job Growth
$0
Training Cost
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What Medical Administrative Assistants Do

MAAs are the organizational backbone of healthcare facilities in Houston, Dallas, San Antonio, Austin, Fort Worth, El Paso, Arlington and throughout Texas, managing the essential administrative functions that keep medical offices running smoothly.

Scheduling & Coordination

Manage patient appointments, coordinate with healthcare providers, and ensure efficient patient flow throughout Texas medical facilities.

Insurance & Billing

Verify insurance coverage, process claims, and handle billing inquiries for patients at healthcare facilities across Texas.

Medical Records

Maintain electronic health records (EHR), ensure HIPAA compliance, and manage confidential patient information securely.

Who This Training Is For

Our free MAA training program is designed for anyone ready to start a healthcare career in Texas—no prior experience required.

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Recent Graduates

Start your career in healthcare without additional student debt. Perfect entry point for high school and college graduates in Texas.

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Career Changers

Your customer service, administrative, or organizational skills transfer directly to healthcare. Many MAAs in Texas started in other fields.

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Parents Returning to Work

Flexible, self-paced training fits around family schedules. Many Texas healthcare facilities offer family-friendly hours and benefits.

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Veterans

Military administrative and medical experience provides a strong foundation. Many Texas healthcare employers actively recruit veterans.

Why Texas for MAA Careers

Texas has two major health systems—Houston Methodist and MD Anderson Cancer Center—that together employ over 380000+ people. with access to the nation's fastest-growing healthcare job market

600+
Hospitals Statewide

Many MAAs in Texas's major cities started in other fields Texas

$44K
Average MAA Salary

Texas MAA salaries are 4% below national average. Houston and Dallas-Fort Worth pay higher wages with no state income tax while smaller cities offer very affordable living.

9%
Annual Job Growth

Texas is home to major healthcare systems and growing medical facilities, creating diverse career opportunities.

What You'll Learn

Our comprehensive curriculum prepares you for MAA positions at healthcare facilities throughout Texas, from Houston, Dallas, San Antonio, Austin, Fort Worth, El Paso, Arlington.

Administrative Skills

  • Patient scheduling and appointment management
  • Insurance verification and prior authorization
  • Medical billing and coding fundamentals
  • Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems
  • Professional communication and patient relations

Technical & Compliance

  • Medical terminology and anatomy basics
  • HIPAA privacy and security regulations
  • Healthcare office software and technology
  • Texas-specific healthcare regulations
  • Quality assurance and documentation standards

AMCA Certification Aligned

This training program aligns with and prepares you for the AMCA Medical Administrative Assistant Certification (MAAC). The American Medical Certification Association (AMCA) is a nationally recognized certifying body for healthcare professionals. Upon completing this training, you'll be prepared to sit for the MAAC exam and earn your national certification.

Your Career Path in Texas

Texas's two major health systems offer exceptional advancement paths, with mobility across dozens of facilities. with access to the nation's fastest-growing healthcare job market

ENTRY LEVEL

Medical Administrative Assistant

$44K
$44K - $58K
MID-LEVEL (2-4 YEARS)

Medical Office Manager

$60K
$56K - $72K
ADVANCED (5+ YEARS)

Healthcare Administrator

$85K
$78K - $105K

Where MAAs Work in Texas

Medical Administrative Assistants are employed across diverse healthcare settings throughout Houston metro, Dallas-Fort Worth metro, Austin metro, San Antonio metro.

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Hospitals

Texas's 600+ hospitals hire continuously. Houston (11 hospitals) and MD (5 hospitals) dominate hiring.

MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston Methodist, UT Southwestern

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Private Practices

Major medical centers and multispecialty groups across Houston-Dallas-San Antonio metros.

Houston Medical Group, MD Physician Network

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Clinics

Community health centers serving diverse populations across Texas's 254 counties.

Lone Star Circle of Care, Community Health Choice

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Urgent Care

Urgent care centers across Texas metros serving densely populated communities.

CareNow, NextCare Urgent Care, Houston Urgent Care

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Home Health

Home health agencies serving Texas's aging population across 254 counties.

Houston Home Health, MD Home Care

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Insurance

Health insurers with Texas operations including major regional carriers.

Blue Cross TX, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare

Top Texas Healthcare Employers

These leading healthcare organizations in Texas regularly hire Medical Administrative Assistants.

Houston Methodist

Nonprofit Health System

Leading academic medical center in Texas Medical Center. Ranked among best hospitals nationally with 8 locations across Houston area..

📍 6565 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77030
👥 31,000+ employees

MD Anderson Cancer Center

Nonprofit Health System

World's #1 ranked cancer center. Part of Texas Medical Center, leading cancer research and treatment globally..

📍 1515 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX 77030
👥 23,000+ employees

Memorial Hermann Health System

Nonprofit Health System

Southeast Texas's largest not-for-profit health system. 17 hospitals across Greater Houston area..

📍 929 Gessner Rd, Houston, TX 77024
👥 30,000+ employees

UT Southwestern Medical Center

Nonprofit Health System

Premier academic medical center in Dallas-Fort Worth. Home to Nobel Prize-winning researchers and nationally ranked specialties..

📍 5323 Harry Hines Blvd, Dallas, TX 75390
👥 21,000+ employees

Baylor Scott & White Health

Academic Health System

Texas's largest not-for-profit health system. 52 hospitals across Texas serving millions of patients..

📍 2401 S 31st St, Temple, TX 76508
👥 9,000+ employees

Memorial Hermann Health System

Public Hospital

Part of HCA Healthcare network. Multiple hospitals across Greater Houston region..

📍 1111 Augusta Dr, Houston, TX 77057
👥 5,000+ employees

Texas Health Resources

Regional Health System

Dallas-Fort Worth's largest faith-based nonprofit health system. 29 hospitals and 250+ care locations..

📍 612 E Lamar Blvd, Arlington, TX 76011
👥 6,000+ employees

Baylor Scott & White Health

Nonprofit Health System

Largest nonprofit health system in Texas with 51 hospitals serving communities across the state.

📍 919 Hidden Ridge Dr, Irving, TX 75038
👥 3,000+ employees

Success Stories from Texas

Real people who transformed their careers with EHired's free MAA training.

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Maria G.
Houston, TX
Previously: Retail Associate
Now: MAA at Houston

Texas Medical Center is the world's largest! Houston Methodist ranks among the best hospitals in America.

Retail to top TX health system
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Jose L.
Houston, TX
Previously: Warehouse Worker
Now: Patient Access Rep

MD is a great place to work. The training prepared me perfectly!

Warehouse to major hospital
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Samantha K.
Dallas, TX
Previously: Restaurant Server
Now: Medical Records Specialist

Texas has great healthcare employers. Career mobility across facilities is incredible!

Food service to healthcare career
T
Tony M.
Temple, TX
Previously: Call Center Rep
Now: Health Unit Coordinator

Great career in Texas healthcare. Love the benefits and growth opportunities!

Call center to TX healthcare

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MAA training and careers in Texas.

Yes! Our MAA training program is completely free to enroll and participate. You only pay $850 if you choose to pursue optional certification after completing the training.

Medical Administrative Assistants in Texas earn an average of $44,000 per year—2% below national average. Houston and Dallas-Fort Worth metros pay highest.

Texas has two massive health systems (Houston and MD) employing 380000+, major healthcare employerswith access to the nation's fastest-growing healthcare job market and strong salaries.

Yes! Many Texas healthcare employers offer remote positions for medical billing, insurance verification, and scheduling roles, especially at larger systems.

Northern TX has MD and Memorial. Central TX has Houston. Southern TX has UT, Baylor, and Texas. All regions have strong opportunities.

You'll learn medical terminology, EHR systems including Epic, appointment scheduling, insurance verification, medical billing basics, and HIPAA compliance.

Our self-paced program typically takes 8-12 weeks to complete. Texas's major health systems actively recruit certified administrative professionals.

Important: Salary and job data are estimates based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, TX Dept. of Labor. Actual compensation varies by employer, experience, and location within Texas. EHired provides training resources but does not guarantee employment outcomes.

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