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Hospitalist Job in Alamogordo, New Mexico

Physician - Academic Family Medicine Hospitalist

Company:CHRISTUS Health

Professions/Specialties:Hospitalist,Family Practice

Location:Alamogordo, New Mexico, United States

Job Type:Full-time, In-person, Permanent

Job Description

Description

Physician Recruiter Contact: 

Reeve Delmas

reeve.delmas@christushealth.org

512‑779‑1338 

Make a Meaningful Impact with CHRISTUS Health 

Join the dedicated team at CHRISTUS Health as an Academic Family Medicine Hospitalist, supporting our Family Medicine Residency Program through inpatient care, resident education, and academic leadership. CHRISTUS Health is a mission-driven, faith-based organization committed to delivering exceptional care to all patients. Become part of a physician-led environment that values collaboration, teaching, and compassionate service. 

Position Highlights 

  • Work Type: Full-Time 
  • Hospitalist Shifts: 10 required shifts per month(including resident precepting) 
  • Academic Time: Up to 20 hours per month of academic administrative time 
  • Patient Volume: Approximately 16–18 patients per day 

Academic Responsibilities 

  • Didactics: Present one 1-hour lecture per month (Wednesday afternoons) Serve as preceptor for the remaining 3 hours of didactics that day 
  • Committee Participation: Attend GMEC, PEC, CCC, or advisor meetings (remote or in-person) 
  • Clinic Precepting (PRN): Provide precepting support at the CFM clinic as needed No regular outpatient schedule required 
  • Program Support: Serve as a preceptor for Family Medicine residents Participate in academic meetings, curriculum activities, and residency development 

Procedures Performed 

  • Joint injections 
  • Women’s health procedures 
  • Skin biopsy 
  • Treatment of benign lesions 
  • Central lines and intubations

Experience & Preferred Background 

  • Previous experience as an educator or strong interest in teaching 
  • Ability to thrive in a busy, team-oriented environment 
  • Commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration and continuity of care 
  • Strong clinical and diagnostic skills 

Requirements 

  • Board-Certified or Board-Eligible in Family Medicine 
  • Eligible for or able to obtain state medical licensure 
  • Interest in academic medicine and resident education 

What We Offer 

  • Faith-Based, Mission-Driven Culture 
  • Physician-Led Organization 
  • Competitive Compensation & Comprehensive Benefits 
  • Sign-On Bonus & Relocation Assistance 
  • CME Allowance 
  • Malpractice and Tail Coverage 
  • Retirement with Employer Match 
  • Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits 
  • Quality Bonus Opportunities 

Why Join CHRISTUS Health? 

CHRISTUS Health offers a unique opportunity to blend inpatient Family Medicine practice with meaningful academic engagement. Work alongside a collaborative team dedicated to training the next generation of Family Medicine physicians while delivering high-quality care to the community. 

Interested in this opportunity? 

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About CHRISTUS Health

CHRISTUS Health is an international Catholic, faith-based, not-for-profit health system comprised of more than 600 services and facilities, including more than 60 hospitals and long-term care facilities, 350 clinics and outpatient centers, and dozens of other health ministries and ventures.

Sponsored by the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word in Houston and San Antonio and the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth, the mission of CHRISTUS Health is to extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ.

To support our healthcare ministry, CHRISTUS Health employs approximately 45,000 Associates and has more than 15,000 physicians on staff who provide care and support for patients. CHRISTUS Health is listed among the top ten largest Catholic health systems in the United States.

EXTENDING THE HEALING MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST

We are inspired by our mission, vision and core values to deliver compassionate, high quality health care, improving the health of the communities we serve. Above all, we are committed to providing our customers and their family members with a truly unique healing experience, one that embodies our values and respects the dignity and worth of each person. Creating a health care system that is truly excellent in all areas is an ongoing effort.