General/Adult Psychiatry Job in Alamogordo, New Mexico
Physician - General Psychiatry
Company:CHRISTUS Health
Profession/Specialty:General/Adult Psychiatry
Location:Alamogordo, New Mexico, United States
Job Type:Full-time, In-person, Permanent
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Christus Regional Behavioral Medicine Alamogordo, New Mexico
Join a growing and collaborative Behavioral Health team serving Southern New Mexico through a well-established inpatient and outpatient psychiatry program.
Position Highlights- Combination of Inpatient and Outpatient Psychiatry
- Flexible schedule with a mix of:
- 1-3 days outpatient clinic
- 2-3 days inpatient coverage
- Monday-Friday schedule, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- No Call Requirement
- Quarterly travel to satellite clinics in Ruidoso and Las Cruces
- Telehealth opportunities available
- Adult patient population (18+)
Become part of an expanding behavioral health service line supported by a multidisciplinary team:
Alamogordo Team
- 4 Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners
- 5 additional APPs joining the practice
- Multiple inpatient and outpatient nursing staff
- 4 Medical Assistants
- 12 Licensed Therapists across inpatient and outpatient settings
- Dedicated front office and administrative support
Inpatient Services
- 36-bed Behavioral Medicine Unit
- Established consult and inpatient psychiatric services
- Guaranteed inpatient census of approximately 12 patients daily
Outpatient Services
- Strong referral base
- Access to telepsychiatry services
- Opportunity to build and customize practice interests
We are seeking a psychiatrist who values teamwork, collaboration, and high-quality patient-centered care.
Preferred Qualifications
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in General Psychiatry
- Minimum of 5 years of Psychiatry experience preferred
- Experience in both inpatient and outpatient psychiatric practice
- Interest in helping expand behavioral health services
- Ability to work collaboratively with APPs, therapists, and multidisciplinary care teams
Additional Desired Qualifications
- Board Certification in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry is a plus
- Interest in Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) welcomed
- Program expansion opportunities available
- Need for additional physician support to provide ECT services
Located in the beautiful Tularosa Basin, Alamogordo offers:
- Affordable cost of living
- Family-friendly community
- More than 300 days of sunshine annually
- Access to hiking, mountain biking, skiing, and outdoor recreation
- Proximity to White Sands National Park and the Sacramento Mountains
This is an outstanding opportunity for a psychiatrist seeking:
- No call responsibilities
- A balanced inpatient/outpatient practice
- Strong APP and therapist support
- Leadership and program-development opportunities
- Excellent quality of life in Southern New Mexico
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply and learn more about joining our growing Behavioral Health team.
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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.