Presbyterian Healthcare Services
Health System
9521 San Mateo Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87113
New Mexico's largest health system. Presbyterian Hospital Albuquerque flagship. Integrated system with health plan. Statewide presence.
The Land of Enchantment — Get AMCA CMAC certified with free training. 1,200+ job openings. $34K average salary.
The Clinical Medical Assistant Certification (CMAC) from the American Medical Certification Association (AMCA) is a nationally recognized credential that validates your clinical and administrative skills for New Mexico employers.
AMCA certification is accepted by employers across New Mexico and all 50 states. Portable credential for your career.
Certified MAs in New Mexico earn 10-15% more than non-certified. Salary range: $28K - $44K.
Most New Mexico healthcare employers prefer or require CMAC, CMA, or RMA certification for clinical MA roles.
Complete EHired's free, self-paced Clinical Medical Assistant training program. Covers clinical skills, administrative procedures, medical terminology, and exam preparation.
If you have prior clinical MA experience, you may qualify to challenge the CMAC exam directly. New to healthcare? Complete a self-managed 100-hour externship.
When ready, register for and pass the AMCA Clinical Medical Assistant Certification exam. Computer-based testing available at locations throughout New Mexico.
Upon passing, receive your official CMAC credential. Valid for 3 years with continuing education renewal. Start applying to New Mexico employers immediately.
New Mexico has nursing programs at UNM, New Mexico State, and CNM. PA program at UNM. UNM School of Medicine for MD pathway with strong primary care and rural health focus. Indian Health Service and tribal healthcare create unique opportunities. Albuquerque anchors the healthcare economy.
These healthcare organizations actively hire CMAC-certified Medical Assistants in New Mexico.
Health System
9521 San Mateo Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87113
New Mexico's largest health system. Presbyterian Hospital Albuquerque flagship. Integrated system with health plan. Statewide presence.
Academic Health System
2211 Lomas Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87106
University of New Mexico academic health system. UNM Hospital is state's only Level I trauma center. Statewide referral center and safety-net.
Health System
5400 Gibson Blvd SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108
Ardent Health affiliate. Lovelace Medical Center, Women's Hospital, Westside, and regional facilities across New Mexico.
Hospital
455 St Michaels Dr, Santa Fe, NM 87505
Santa Fe regional hospital. Catholic health mission serving state capital and northern New Mexico communities.
Hospital
801 W Maple St, Farmington, NM 87401
Four Corners regional hospital. Serves Farmington and San Juan County with rural healthcare mission.
Hospital
2669 N Scenic Dr, Alamogordo, NM 88310
South-central New Mexico regional hospital. Serves Alamogordo, Holloman AFB, and Otero County.
Hospital
4311 E Lohman Ave, Las Cruces, NM 88011
HCA-affiliated hospital serving Las Cruces. Southern New Mexico's growing population center.
Hospital
2450 S Telshor Blvd, Las Cruces, NM 88011
LifePoint Health affiliate in Las Cruces. Community hospital serving Doña Ana County.
FQHC
5608 Zuni Rd SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108
Urban Native American health center. FQHC serving Native American and underserved populations in Albuquerque.
FQHC
Various Northern NM Locations
FQHC serving northern New Mexico. Community health centers in Española, Taos, and rural communities.
Real people who earned their CMAC certification and launched healthcare careers in New Mexico.
“Presbyterian is New Mexico's largest system - 13,000 employees. Integrated with health plan creates stability. Albuquerque has incredible culture and food.”
Maria M.
CMAC Certified Success
Albuquerque
Presbyterian Healthcare Services
“UNM is the state's only Level I trauma center. Academic environment with diverse patient population. See everything here. Great training.”
Carlos T.
Certification Changed My Career
Albuquerque
UNM Health
“Christus St. Vincent serves the capital. Santa Fe is magical - art, culture, mountains. Healthcare career in one of America's most unique cities.”
Jennifer K.
From Training to Certified
Santa Fe
Christus St. Vincent
“San Juan Regional serves the Four Corners. Native American healthcare is meaningful work. Cost of living is low and outdoor access is incredible.”
David R.
Certified and Employed
Farmington
San Juan Regional Medical Center
Free enrollment. Self-paced learning. AMCA CMAC certification. Join thousands of certified MAs working in New Mexico.
No credit card required • No FAFSA • No loans • Pay $1,500 only when you certify