Job Title:
Medical Investigator (NMMB #10100491)
Company: State of New Mexico
Location: Santa Fe, NM
Created: 2026-04-19
Job Type: Full Time
Job Description:
$26.57 - $39.86 Hourly$55,273 - $82,909 AnnuallyThis position is a Pay Band C7Posting DetailsThe New Mexico Medical Board (NMMB) is the state agency responsible for the regulation over 10,000 licensees including medical doctors (physicians), physician assistants, anesthesiologist assistants, genetic counselors, polysomnographic technologists, naturopaths and naprapaths.THIS POSTING WILL BE USED FOR ONGOING RECRUITMENT AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME. APPLICANT LISTS MAY BE SCREENED MORE THAN ONCE. Why does the job exist?This position supports the New Mexico Medical Board (NMMB) in fulfilling its mandated responsibility to enforce the laws established under the Medical Practice Act. The role ensures the protection of the public in New Mexico by conducting complex, professional investigative work involving licensees and applicants who may have engaged in unprofessional or dishonorable conduct. How does it get done?Investigators gather and document case facts, subpoena sensitive materials, conduct interviews with witnesses and victims, and review, analyze, and summarize records into comprehensive investigative reports. They research relevant laws, regulations, and guidelines, and collect evidence related to potential violations of the Governing Statutes and Board Regulations. The Board processes over 300 complaints annually. Who are the customers?The New Mexico Medical Board key stakeholders are applicants for licenses, current license holders, individuals requesting license reinstatement, patients, insurance companies, hospitals, clinics, attorneys and other boards and agencies. Ideal CandidateThe ideal candidate will have:- Experience in summarizing material and drafting investigation reports- Experience in researching laws, regulations, guidelines- Ability to work independently with little supervision- Outstanding customer service skills Minimum QualificationBachelor's degree in any field of study from an accredited college or university and one (1) year of experience in investigations, regulation, policy, statutory, and/or contract compliance. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling five (5) years may substitute for the required education and experience. Employment RequirementsMust possess and maintain a valid driver's license. Working ConditionsWork is performed in an office setting with exposure to Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and phone usage. In-state and out-of-state travel may be required. Ability to lift up to 50lbs. Supplemental InformationDo you know what Total Compensation is? Click here Agency Contact Information: Monique Parks, (505) 476-7220, Email For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.Bargaining Unit PositionThis position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.