University of New Mexico·Albuquerque, New Mexico
The Medical Assistant performs a variety of medical and clinical support functions in an outpatient clinical setting. Responsibilities include patient triage, registration, assisting with direct patient care, and performing specialized medical procedures as per established protocols.
Medical Assistant Requisition ID req37221 Working Title Medical Assistant Position Grade 08
The University of New Mexico Student Health and Counseling (SHAC) is seeking applicants for a Medical Assistant. Under general supervision, the Medical Assistant performs a wide variety of medical and clinical support functions in an outpatient clinical setting, such as: providing initial patient triage, registration, administrative services, assists with direct patient care, and performs specialized medical procedures of a routine nature as determined by established clinical protocols. Student Health and Counseling (SHAC) is a comprehensive health service available to all currently enrolled UNM students. SHAC is located North of Johnson Center and across from the Student Union Building. It is open Monday through Friday and is closed on all UNM holidays. Services include medical appointments (scheduled and same day), pharmacy, women's and men's health, allergy and immunization, medical specialty clinics, physical therapy, lab and x-ray, travel health clinic and counseling services, as well as health education, prevention, and promotion. Please check out our website to learn more about working at SHAC: https://shac.unm.edu/ As an employee of UNM, being a Lobo means access to a robust benefits package, access to resources and perks from discounted event tickets to tuition remission. We foster a Work + Life balance through our employee wellness programs, paid parental leave and more. See the Position Description for additional information.
CPR Certified. May be required to submit immunization records for review for required vaccines and TB testing. UNM will provide Hepatitis vaccination, candidate may decline vaccination through declination form or may provide record of vaccination from previous employer. A pre-employment background investigation may be required. Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check. Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.
High school diploma or GED; Medical Assistant certificate or currently enrolled in a medical, nursing or pharmacy program or at least 1 year of experience in a medical field. Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.
Medical Assistant Certification Preferred 1-2 Years' Experience as an MA Preferred Additional Requirements Campus Main - Albuquerque, NM Department Student Health and Counseling (037A) Employment Type Staff Staff Type Regular - Full-Time Term End Date Status Non-Exempt Pay Hourly: $19.00 - $24.00; Based on Education & Experience Benefits Eligible This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information. ERB Statement As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid. Background Check Required Yes For Best Consideration Date 7/31/2026 Eligible for Hiring Incentive No Eligible for Remote Work No Eligible for Remote Work Statement Application Instructions Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application. Please include resume, cover letter, and three professional references. Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details. The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.
Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and either a Medical Assistant certificate or relevant experience in the medical field. Preferred qualifications include Medical Assistant Certification and 1-2 years of experience as a Medical Assistant.
Market context
Medical assistant roles in New Mexico are commonly tied to steady outpatient, primary care, and specialty clinic demand, with employers often screening for current BLS certification and a high school diploma or GED. These positions can be competitive because training expectations may continue after hire, such as completing advanced skills training within 12 months, while benefits like loan forgiveness, tuition reimbursement, and certification support can add value. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your BLS status and prepare examples of patient-facing experience before applying.