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Medical Administrative Assistant Jobs in New Mexico

580+ job openings • $39400 average salary • 6-8% job growth

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580+

Annual Job Openings

$39400

Median Salary

6-8%

Annual Growth Rate

$0

Cost to Train

6-8

Weeks to Complete

Why Get Trained Before Applying for New Mexico Jobs?

6-8 weeks

Faster hiring: Trained candidates are interview-ready.

+$2-4k

Higher salary: Certification adds $2,000-$4,000 to starting salary.

3x better

Job offers: Certified candidates receive 3x more job offers.

Train first (free), then apply to New Mexico openings—and get hired faster.

Medical Administrative Assistant Job Market in New Mexico

Why New Mexico is Hiring

New Mexico's healthcare market centers on Albuquerque with Presbyterian and UNM Health dominating. Santa Fe offers arts community healthcare. Las Cruces serves southern region. Bilingual Spanish is often required. Native American healthcare provides unique opportunities. Affordable living with Southwest lifestyle.

Top Job Markets

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MAA Salary in New Mexico

Salary by Experience Level

Entry-Level (Year 0-1)

$30000

Mid-Level (Year 1-3)

$38000

Senior (Year 3+)

$48000

What Affects Your Salary

Location (Albuquerque, Santa Fe pay higher), employer (UNM, Presbyterian pay premium), bilingual Spanish (often required, adds $2,000-$4,000), Native American healthcare experience valued, certifications (add $2,000-$3,500).

Top 10 MAA Employers in New Mexico

Top 10 employers hiring MAAs in New Mexico account for 75% of all openings:

#1. Presbyterian Healthcare Services

115

Locations: Albuquerque, statewide - 9 hospitals

Address: 9521 San Mateo Boulevard NE, Albuquerque, NM 87113

Phone: (505) 841-1234

New Mexico's largest private healthcare system. Statewide presence with integrated insurance.

💡 Largest NM private system, statewide network, integrated model, career paths.

#2. UNM Health

95

Locations: Albuquerque, statewide clinics

Address: 2211 Lomas Boulevard NE, Albuquerque, NM 87106

Phone: (505) 272-2111

New Mexico's only academic medical center. State employee benefits with UNM affiliation.

💡 Academic prestige, state benefits, UNM affiliation, research environment.

#3. Lovelace Health System

70

Locations: Albuquerque - 5 hospitals

Address: 5400 Gibson Boulevard SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108

Phone: (505) 262-7000

Part of Ardent Health Services. Major Albuquerque healthcare provider.

💡 Ardent Health resources, Albuquerque focus, comprehensive benefits, career mobility.

#4. Christus St. Vincent Regional Medical Center

45

Locations: Santa Fe

Address: 455 St. Michaels Drive, Santa Fe, NM 87505

Phone: (505) 983-3361

Santa Fe's primary hospital. Part of CHRISTUS Health national network.

💡 Santa Fe arts community, CHRISTUS network, comprehensive benefits, unique lifestyle.

#5. Memorial Medical Center

40

Locations: Las Cruces

Address: 2450 S. Telshor Boulevard, Las Cruces, NM 88011

Phone: (575) 522-8641

Southern New Mexico's largest hospital. Part of LifePoint Health network.

💡 Southern NM leader, LifePoint resources, NMSU community, affordable living.

#6. San Juan Regional Medical Center

35

Locations: Farmington, Four Corners

Address: 801 W. Maple Street, Farmington, NM 87401

Phone: (505) 609-2000

Four Corners regional hospital. Community-owned serving Northwest NM.

💡 Four Corners region, community ownership, outdoor recreation, comprehensive benefits.

#7. Indian Health Service (NM)

45

Locations: Multiple reservations statewide

Address: 5300 Homestead Road NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110

Phone: (505) 248-4500

Federal healthcare serving Native American communities. Outstanding federal benefits.

💡 Federal benefits, pension, cultural experience, loan forgiveness, meaningful work.

#8. Gila Regional Medical Center

18

Locations: Silver City

Address: 1313 E. 32nd Street, Silver City, NM 88061

Phone: (575) 538-4000

Southwest New Mexico's community hospital. Gila Wilderness access.

💡 Wilderness access, small community, affordable living, meaningful work.

#9. Rehoboth McKinley Christian Health Care Services

22

Locations: Gallup

Address: 1901 Red Rock Drive, Gallup, NM 87301

Phone: (505) 863-7000

Serving Gallup and surrounding Native American communities. Faith-based care.

💡 Cultural experience, faith-based mission, Native American community, meaningful work.

#10. Alta Vista Regional Hospital

15

Locations: Las Vegas, NM

Address: 104 Legion Drive, Las Vegas, NM 87701

Phone: (505) 426-3500

Northeastern New Mexico's community hospital. Small-town healthcare.

💡 Small-town lifestyle, community hospital, very affordable, meaningful work.

Success Stories: New Mexico MAA Graduates

Maria S.

Bilingual Patient Services Coordinator • Albuquerque, New Mexico

"My Spanish fluency was essential at Presbyterian. Most patients prefer Spanish communication. EHIRED taught me medical terminology in both languages. The Southwest culture is beautiful."

✓ Started at Presbyterian earning $38K. Using bilingual skills daily.

Daniel T.

Medical Office Administrator • Santa Fe, New Mexico

"Santa Fe is unlike anywhere else - art galleries, mountains, unique culture. CHRISTUS St. Vincent hired me after EHIRED certification. Living the Santa Fe dream."

✓ Hired at CHRISTUS St. Vincent earning $36K. Santa Fe lifestyle is priceless.

MAA Career Progression in New Mexico

Year 0-1: Entry-Level MAA

$30000

Build foundational skills. Learn scheduling, EHR systems, billing basics.

Year 1-3: MAA (Experienced)

$38000

Independent coordination, billing mastery, EHR expertise.

Year 3-5: Senior MAA / Lead

$48000

Team leadership, training responsibilities, specialized functions.

Year 5+: Office Manager

$50,000-$65,000+

Full practice management, multi-site coordination.

Don't Wait—Start Your MAA Career in New Mexico Today

580+ job openings with Southwest lifestyle. In 6-8 weeks you'll have certification. Within 3-6 months you could be employed at Presbyterian, UNM, or CHRISTUS earning $30K-$44K+ in beautiful New Mexico.

In 6-8 Weeks You'll Have:

  • ✓ Industry-aligned MAA certification
  • ✓ Medical billing & EHR competencies
  • ✓ New Mexico job market resources
  • ✓ Confidence to interview & hire

Within 3-6 Months You Could Be:

  • ✓ Employed at a top New Mexico healthcare facility
  • ✓ Earning $30000 annually
  • ✓ On a clear career advancement path
  • ✓ Building a stable healthcare career

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Frequently Asked Questions: MAA Jobs in New Mexico

Top 5 questions New Mexico MAA job seekers ask most:

Q1: Do I need to speak Spanish to work in New Mexico?

Strongly preferred and often required. Large Hispanic population speaks Spanish as primary language. Bilingual MAAs earn $2,000-$4,000 more and have significantly better job prospects. EHIRED includes medical Spanish.

Q2: What are Indian Health Service (IHS) jobs like?

Federal positions with excellent benefits: pension, comprehensive health, loan forgiveness eligibility. Serve Native American communities. Cultural sensitivity essential. Meaningful work with federal job security.

Q3: How does New Mexico cost of living compare?

Affordable. New Mexico cost of living is 5-10% below national average. Santa Fe is more expensive; Albuquerque is moderate; smaller cities very affordable. A $39,000 NM salary equals $42,000-$44,000 in average metros.

Q4: Is Santa Fe job market competitive?

More competitive due to desirable lifestyle. Smaller market with 75+ annual MAA openings. CHRISTUS St. Vincent is primary employer. Many relocate for Santa Fe arts/culture scene. Worth pursuing if lifestyle fits.

Q5: What does EHIRED certification prepare me for?

EHIRED certification covers essential MAA competencies: medical terminology, EHR systems (Epic, Cerner), insurance verification, billing basics, HIPAA compliance, and professional communication. The curriculum aligns with industry standards and prepares you for entry-level healthcare administrative roles.

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