NM · NHA exam
CCMA Certification in New Mexico
$41,490 mean annual wage (BLS OEWS, May 2025) for Certified Clinical Medical Assistants in New Mexico.
150
Scored questions
180
Minutes
Scope of practice in New Mexico
What a medical assistant may do in New Mexico is set by state law and by the delegation of the supervising provider, and it differs from state to state. Confirm current rules with the New Mexico Medical Board (https://www.nmmb.state.nm.us/) and your employer.
New Mexico metros hiring CCMA-certified medical assistants
| City | Metro | Employment | Median / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albuquerque | Albuquerque | 4,680 | $38,790 |
| Las Cruces | Las Cruces | 1,240 | $37,130 |
| Santa Fe | Santa Fe | 1,340 | $40,350 |
| Rio Rancho | Albuquerque | 980 | $38,790 |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2024, SOC 31-9092.
New Mexico professional association
New Mexico Society of Medical Assistants (NMSMA)
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