Medical Assistant / MA Vascular

Company : Ardent Health Services

Location : Albuquerque, NM, 87101

Posted Date : 4 November 2025

Job Type : Full Time

Category : Medical Technician

Occupation : Medical Assistant

Job Details

Overview
You could be eligible for a sign on bonus up to $2,500.
Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Vascular Medical Assistant (MA) in Albuquerque, NM.
Why Join Us?
Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

New Mexico Heart Institute has over 30 years of diagnostic, interventional and preventive cardiovascular expertise. Our team of over 50 providers use state-of-the-art technology, offering the latest treatment options for all types of heart and vascular conditions.

Learn About a Day in the Life of a Medical Assistant:
Responsibilities

Perform clinical and administrative duties that assist in the delivery of effective patient care within the assigned area
Greet patients, escort them to the exam room, and perform vitals and other related MA duties
Demonstrate knowledge of medical practice and patient care as it relates to the clinical setting and medical specialty
Adhere to policies and procedures, and regulations to ensure compliance and patient safety.

Qualifications
Job Requirements:

High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
One year of recent experience working in a medical facility performing Medical Assistant duties or equivalent; OR, recent graduate from an accredited Medical Assistant program.
BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care, and, if required, maintain training in venipuncture
Technical training in the following medical equipment: AED, autoclave, BP cuffs (adult, infant, and pediatric), colposcopy, cryo unit, disposable equipment (gloves, goggles, gowns, etc), EKG machine, glycosometer, nebulizer, nitrogen cylinder, O2 cylinder, pulmonary function machine, pulse oximeter, scale (adult and infant), spirometer, stethoscope, thermometer, wheelchair, and woods lamp.

Preferred Job Requirements:

Completion of a medical assistant program from an accredited institution.
Registered or nationally certified Medical Assistant.