Certified Medical Assistant CMA

Memorial Medical Center Las Cruces; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Memorial Medical Center Las Cruces is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) for the Memorial Family Medicine Clinic in Las Cruces, New Mexico. This full-time, dayshift role supports busy clinical and administrative operations to provide quality patient care.

You will assist with patient assessments, perform basic diagnostic procedures, collect specimens, document care, maintain exam rooms, and handle reception and scheduling tasks in a fast-paced family practice.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Graduate of accredited medical assistance program or equivalent.
• License: CCMA, CMA or RMA.
• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) obtain within 60 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient assessments and treatments under supervision.
• Perform basic diagnostic procedures and specimen collection.
• Monitor and communicate changes in patient condition.
• Document patient care provided.
• Maintain equipment and medical supplies, including reordering, stocking, cleaning, and troubleshooting. Maintain examination areas.
• Performs administrative or clerical duties as assigned, including filing, reception, scheduling, data entry, and patient registration.

Skills

Patient assessment

Clinical documentation

Administrative tasks

Medical terminology

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduate of accredited medical assistant program

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Job description

Job Title: Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

Schedule: Full-Time Days

Your Experience Matters

Memorial Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Certified Medical Assistant joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier.

Unit Description

Memorial Family Medicine Clinic in Las Cruces, New Mexico, is a fast-paced, high-volume family practice clinic providing comprehensive primary care services across the lifespan. The clinic serves a diverse patient population, including obstetric, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients. Providers deliver a wide range of preventive, acute, and chronic care services, as well as in-office procedures such as women's health exams and circumcisions. The collaborative care team works closely to support patient needs in a dynamic environment, making it an ideal setting for CMAs who are adaptable, patient-focused, and comfortable caring for individuals of all ages.

How You'll Contribute

A Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) who excels in this role:

• Under the supervision of physicians or nurses, assists with performing patient assessments and treatments.
• Performs basic diagnostic procedures and specimen collection.
• Monitors and communicates changes in patient condition.
• Documents patient care given.
• Maintains equipment and medical supplies, including reordering, stocking, cleaning, and troubleshooting. Maintains examination areas.
• Performs administrative or clerical duties as assigned, including filing, reception, scheduling, data entry, and patient registration.

Shift

M-F 8:00AM-5:00PM

What We're Looking For

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent Required; Graduate of accredited medical assistance program or equivalent Required
• License: CCMA, CMA or RMA
• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) obtain within 60 days of hire.

Why Join Us

• Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time andpart-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave, and a minimum of 10 days of paid time off per year (for full-time employees) as well as 8 paid holidays per year.
• Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being:Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development:Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

EEOC Statement

"Memorial Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MMC is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."