Presbyterian Medical Services·Carlsbad, New Mexico
The Certified Medical Assistant performs medical assisting duties as part of a primary care team to support patient self-management and behavior change. They ensure the continuity and coordination of care within the medical home model.
Job category: Primary care / Community health center / Medical assistant / Cma
This position functions as a member of the patient care team performing medical assisting duties. The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) approaches his/her tasks in a team-based fashion that supports patients and their families in self-management, self-efficacy and behavior change. With the primary care team, ensures continuity and coordination of care in a primary care medical home. Some locations may require regular driving. For additional details and core functions related to this position, please refer to Clinical Affairs Policy 900.042, Medical Assistant Functions and 2001.016, Health Center Drug Dispensing & Administration.
Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and be a graduate of an accredited medical assisting program or have one year of relevant experience. A national certification such as CMA, RMA, or CCMA is required, along with competency in phlebotomy.
Market context
Certified Medical Assistant roles in New Mexico are commonly tied to outpatient clinics, primary care, and specialty practices that need support with rooming, vitals, phlebotomy, and patient flow. This role is competitive because employers often want both formal training and a national certification such as CMA, RMA, or CCMA, plus hands-on phlebotomy competency. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certification status and experience match before applying.
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