Physician - Academic Family Medicine Hospitalist in Alamogordo, NM

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?