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Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)
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What they do
A Medical Assistant assists physicians and other medical specialists with routine administrative or clinical tasks. Organizes patient records, schedules appointments, and prepares medical equipment. May specialize in administrative or clinical work, or specialize in a particular area of medicine, i.e. assisting in the office of an ophthalmologist (eye specialist). Works in medical offices.
$41,386 / year median in New Mexico
+11% projected growth
Job Description
$19.91
Per Hour DOE (Depends on Experience)
Position range in Albuquerque MSA $17.50 - $21.59 Per hour Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)
CoreCivic
Occupation:
Medical Assistants
Location:
Estancia, NM - 87016
Job Type:
Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment
Posted:
09/02/2026
Positions available: 1
Source:
New Mexico Jobs
Web Site:
New Mexico Jobs
Onsite /
Remote:
Work onsite all of the time
Updated:
09/04/2026
Expires:
10/02/2026
Job #: 961779
Job Requirements and Properties
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Full Time Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent Experience
1 Month(s) Age
18 and up DL
Required Schedule
Full Time Job Type
Regular Duration
Permanent Employment Benefits
Job Description
Help for Job Description. Opens a new window. At CoreCivic we do more than manage inmates, we care for people. CoreCivic is currently seeking Certified Medical Assistants who have a passion for providing the highest quality care in an institutional setting. The incumbent should be able to perform all of the following functions at a pace and level of performance consistent with the job performance requirements Administer medication to inmates/residents under the direct supervision of the Health Services Administrator.
Obtain, monitor, record and report vital signs and patient's condition as needed.
Prepare patients for physical exams, procedures and treatments.
Assist nurse/physician with physical exams, procedures and treatments.
Engage in functions in confined areas that include such things as working rotating shifts and physically checking the doors, windows and other areas to verify they are secure.
Qualifications:
High school diploma, GED certification or equivalent or greater.
Must be state certified as a Medical Assistant in the state of employment or meet the state guidelines for exceptions to certification.
A valid driver's license is required.
Minimum age requirement: Must be at least 18 years of age. CoreCivic is a Drug-Free Workplace & EOE including Disability/Veteran.