Pediatric Oncology Medical Assistant - Impactful Care

UT MD Anderson; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 43,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Tuition benefits

Educational opportunities

Employee recognition

Job summary

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center's Pediatrics - Child & Adolescent Center is seeking a Medical Assistant to support pediatric oncology outpatients, providing hands-on patient care alongside nurses and the healthcare team.

This role involves greeting and rooming patients, recording vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living, and communicating observations promptly. It offers a Monday–Friday schedule, competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Preferred: graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program with externship/practicum or U.S. Military medical training.
• CA MRA/CCMA certifications preferred at hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist with greeting and rooming patients and obtaining vital signs.
• Support activities of daily living and mobility for pediatric patients.
• Communicate important observations promptly to nursing staff and team.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized care environment.

Skills

Vital signs

Pediatric care

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Medical Assistant program preferred

U.S. Military medical training preferred

Job description

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center's Pediatrics - Child & Adolescent Center is seeking a Medical Assistant to support pediatric oncology outpatients, providing hands-on patient care alongside nurses and the healthcare team.

This role involves greeting and rooming patients, recording vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living, and communicating observations promptly. It offers a Monday–Friday schedule, competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.