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GoHealth Urgent Care

Medical Assistant

Cornelius, NC · On-site

$19 - $24.25/hr

Paramedic (National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians) * CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant GoForward Joining our team means access to modern clinical tools, innovative facilities, and ...

Gohealthuc

Medical Assistant

Cornelius, NC · On-site

$19 - $24.25/hr

Paramedic (National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians) * CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant GoForward Joining our team means access to modern clinical tools, innovative facilities, and ...

BayCare Health System

Medical Assistant

Palm Harbor, FL · On-site

$15.75 - $20/hr

EMT (Emergency Medical Technician) * NREMT (Nationally Recognized Emergency Medical Technician ... Preferred Technical Medical Assistant Experience: * Preferred 2 years Medical Assistant Skills for ...

BayCare Health System

Medical Assistant

Tampa, FL · On-site

$16.75 - $21.50/hr

EMT (Emergency Medical Technician) * NREMT (Nationally Recognized Emergency Medical Technician ... Preferred Technical Medical Assistant Experience: * Preferred 2 years Medical Assistant Skills for ...

BayCare Health System

Medical Assistant

Saint Petersburg, FL · On-site

$16.75 - $21.50/hr

EMT (Emergency Medical Technician) * NREMT (Nationally Recognized Emergency Medical Technician ... Preferred Technical Medical Assistant Experience: * Preferred 2 years Medical Assistant Skills for ...

BayCare Health System

Medical Assistant

Winter Haven, FL · On-site

$15.50 - $20/hr

EMT (Emergency Medical Technician) * NREMT (Nationally Recognized Emergency Medical Technician ... Preferred Technical Medical Assistant Experience: * Preferred 2 years Medical Assistant Skills for ...

BayCare Health System

Medical Assistant

Saint Petersburg, FL · On-site

$16.75 - $21.50/hr

EMT (Emergency Medical Technician) * NREMT (Nationally Recognized Emergency Medical Technician ... Preferred Technical Medical Assistant Experience: * Preferred 2 years Medical Assistant Skills for ...

BayCare Health System

Medical Assistant

Safety Harbor, FL · On-site

$15.25 - $19.50/hr

EMT (Emergency Medical Technician) * NREMT (Nationally Recognized Emergency Medical Technician ... Preferred Technical Medical Assistant Experience: * Preferred 2 years Medical Assistant Skills for ...

BayCare Health System

Medical Assistant

Palm Harbor, FL · On-site

$15.75 - $20/hr

EMT (Emergency Medical Technician) * NREMT (Nationally Recognized Emergency Medical Technician ... Preferred Technical Medical Assistant Experience: * Preferred 2 years Medical Assistant Skills for ...

BayCare Health System

Medical Assistant

Saint Petersburg, FL · On-site

$16.75 - $21.50/hr

EMT (Emergency Medical Technician) * NREMT (Nationally Recognized Emergency Medical Technician ... Preferred Technical Medical Assistant Experience: * Preferred 2 years Medical Assistant Skills for ...

BayCare Health System

Medical Assistant

Tampa, FL · On-site

$16.75 - $21.50/hr

EMT (Emergency Medical Technician) * NREMT (Nationally Recognized Emergency Medical Technician ... Preferred Technical Medical Assistant Experience: * Preferred 2 years Medical Assistant Skills for ...

BayCare Health System

Medical Assistant

Clearwater, FL · On-site

$16.25 - $21/hr

EMT (Emergency Medical Technician) * NREMT (Nationally Recognized Emergency Medical Technician ... Preferred Technical Medical Assistant Experience: * Preferred 2 years Medical Assistant Skills for ...

BayCare Health System

Medical Assistant

Saint Petersburg, FL · On-site

$16.75 - $21.50/hr

EMT (Emergency Medical Technician) * NREMT (Nationally Recognized Emergency Medical Technician ... Preferred Technical Medical Assistant Experience: * Preferred 2 years Medical Assistant Skills for ...

BayCare Health System

Medical Assistant

South Pasadena, CA · On-site

$19.25 - $24.50/hr

EMT (Emergency Medical Technician) * NREMT (Nationally Recognized Emergency Medical Technician ... Preferred Technical Medical Assistant Experience: * Preferred 2 years Medical Assistant Skills for ...

GoHealth Urgent Care

Medical Assistant

Huntersville, NC · On-site

$19 - $24.25/hr

Paramedic (National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians) * CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant GoForward Joining our team means access to modern clinical tools, innovative facilities, and ...

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How much do emergency medical assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for emergency medical assistant in the United States is $19.89, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.07 and $21.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an emergency medical assistant?

Emergency Medical Assistants (EMAs) are trained healthcare professionals who provide pre-hospital emergency care to patients experiencing medical or traumatic emergencies. They assess patients' conditions, administer basic medical treatments, and transport patients safely to medical facilities when needed. EMAs work alongside paramedics and other emergency responders, often being first on the scene to provide life-saving interventions. Their roles and responsibilities can vary depending on their level of training and the region in which they work.

How does an emergency medical assistant typically collaborate with other healthcare professionals during an emergency response?

Emergency Medical Assistants (EMAs) play a key role in emergency response teams by working closely with paramedics, nurses, and physicians. During an incident, they often assist in assessing patient conditions, administering basic medical care, and preparing patients for transport. Effective communication and teamwork are essential, as EMAs must quickly relay patient information and support higher-level medical staff in high-pressure situations. This collaborative environment ensures that patients receive prompt and efficient care, and also provides EMAs with valuable experience and learning opportunities from other healthcare professionals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an emergency medical assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Emergency Medical Assistant, you need a solid understanding of emergency care protocols, basic life support, and first aid, typically achieved through completion of an accredited EMT or EMA training program and certification. Familiarity with emergency medical equipment, patient transport systems, and electronic patient care reporting tools is also essential. Strong communication, problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to remain calm under pressure are standout soft skills for this role. These skills are crucial for delivering timely, effective care and ensuring patient safety in unpredictable, high-stress situations.

What is the difference between Emergency Medical Assistant vs Emergency Medical Technician?

AspectEmergency Medical AssistantEmergency Medical Technician
CertificationsCPR, First Aid, Basic Life Support (BLS)CPR, First Aid, BLS, EMT certification
Work EnvironmentAmbulances, hospitals, clinicsAmbulances, emergency scenes, hospitals
Employer & IndustryHospitals, EMS agencies, clinicsEMS agencies, hospitals, fire departments

Emergency Medical Assistants typically perform basic patient care and support roles, often working alongside EMTs. EMTs have more advanced training and certification, allowing them to provide emergency medical care and perform more complex procedures. Both roles are vital in emergency response, but EMTs generally have a broader scope of practice and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Emergency Medical Assistant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,370 per year, or $19.9 per hour.

Medical Assistant II - Outpatient Neurology Clinic

Texas Children's Hospital

Houston, TX • On-site

$15.25 - $19.75/hr

Full-time

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Texas Children's Hospital rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 177 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

85th of 1,065 rated hospitals

Job description


We are searching for a Medical Assistant II with our Outpatient Neurology Clinic at the West Campus - someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position, you will provide patient care and excellent customer service in a healthcare setting. You will also assist in the coordination of flow and provider schedules to effectively manage patient care.
"As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace, all successful candidates will be required to undergo respiratory fit testing in compliance with occupational health and safety standards."
Think you've got what it takes?
Qualifications
One of the following certifications are required:
  • CCMA- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant certificate from the National Health career Association required
  • CMA-AAM- Certified Medical Assistant from the American Association of Medical Assistants
  • EMT Certified Emergency Medical Technologist from the Texas Department of State and Health Services required
  • EMT-A Certified Advanced Emergency Medical Technologist from the Texas Department of State and Health Services required
  • EMT-B Certified Emergency Medical Technologist-Basic from the Texas Department of State and Health Services required
  • EMT-I Certified Emergency Medical Technologist-Intermediate from the Texas Department of State and Health Services required
  • EMT-P Certified Emergency Medical Technologist-Paramedic from the Texas Department of State and Health Services required
  • LIC PAR- License Paramedic from the Texas Department of State and Health Services required
  • NCMA- National Medical Assistant Certification from the National Center for Competency Testing required
  • NRCMA - Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant from the National Association of Health Professionals required
  • RMA- Registered Medical Assistant from the American Association of Medical Personnel, American Allied Health, American Medical Technologists, or American Registry of Medical Assistants required
  • 2 years of related experience required

Responsibilities
  • Responds to customer questions with prompt information and/or services related to appointment status, wait time, or unanticipated problems
  • Performs patient registration procedures per clinic process
  • Utilizes the patient management system to mark the arrival of patients and opens accounts
  • Changes status of all non-arrived patients daily to reflect canceled, no-show, or rescheduled status
  • Prioritizes patients to be roomed based on appointment and arrival times and other clinic procedures
  • Assists, as needed, licensed staff with the non-financial aspects of the inpatient admission process
  • Assists with patient escorts and helps with paperwork as needed
  • Assists in the collection and documentation of patient/family data which includes biophysical and psychosocial information according to clinic scope
  • Reports abnormal or out of range data to RN or provider
  • Ensures that requisitions have necessary clinical, demographic, billing, and payor information
  • Monitors patient flow and fills in or assigns staff as necessary to avoid bottleneck and assure minimal patient wait time

About Us
Texas Children's Hospital West Campus is Houston's first community hospital designed, built and equipped exclusively for children in one of the city's most rapidly growing communities in the area from Sugar Land to Bryan-College Station, Texas. Located at I-10 and Barker Cypress, our 515,007-square-foot hospital houses the only 24/7 pediatric emergency room in the Greater West Houston area, four operating rooms, 16-bed pediatric intensive care unit, 46 acute care beds, advanced imaging services including MRI and CT scans, a neurophysiology sleep lab, a pathology lab and a full-scale pharmacy.
To join our community of 15,000+ dedicated team members, visit texaschildrenspeople.org for career opportunities.
Texas Children's is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants and employees are considered and evaluated for positions at Texas Children's without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.

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