Physician - Gastroenterology in Alamogordo, NM

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Samantha Wallace - Physician Recruiter - CHRISTUS Health Talent Acquisition

Apply here or email your CV directly to Samantha.Wallace2@christushealth.org

Exciting Career Opportunity: Join the Esteemed Team at CHRISTUS South New Mexico GI Associates in Alamogordo, NM!

Position: Gastroenterology Physician

Location: Alamogordo, NM

Opportunity:

CHRISTUS Southern New Mexico in Alamogordo is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Gastroenterologist to join our established practice, serving as the region’s primary provider of digestive health services. Our clinic offers private exam rooms, dedicated procedure space, advanced endoscopy equipment, and an in-house lab, with full access to hospital resources including surgical suites and imaging.

The practice scope includes in-office procedures such as hemorrhoid banding, FibroScan, and PillCam, with advanced cases supported through four operating rooms with block scheduling available. Outpatient surgeries are performed at Scenic View Surgery Center, located within the hospital. 

Position Highlights:

• Full Time Position 
• 100% outpatient practice
• Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM; 1/2 day of admin hours
• Patient Volume:15-20 patients per day and 40-60 provider referrals
• Call: Shared, 2 locums providers currently practicing
• J-1 and H-1B sponsorship available

Compensation & Benefits:

• Base plus model! -$800k+ earning potential 
• Sign on Bonus up to $100,000
• Malpractice with tail coverage
• CME allowance
• Retirement with employer match
• Medical/Dental/Vision Benefits
• 27 PTO Days + 8 HWAL (sick) Days + 5 CME Days = 40 days of paid leave per year!

Qualifications:

• Board-certified or board-eligible by ABIM or AOOBIM
• GI fellowship trained 
• Must also possess an unrestricted New Mexico Medical License or be eligible to be licensed in the state of New Mexico 

CHRISTUS Southern New Mexico:

CHRISTUS Southern New Mexico in Alamogordo is a 100‑bed, not‑for‑profit acute care hospital and part of CHRISTUS Health, one of the largest Catholic health systems in the United States. Serving as the primary medical center for Otero County and surrounding communities, the hospital provides a full range of services including emergency medicine, surgery, orthopedics, women’s health, behavioral health, and cancer care. With modern operating rooms, labor and delivery suites, advanced imaging, and comprehensive outpatient services, CHRISTUS Southern New Mexico ensures patients have access to high‑quality care close to home while connecting them to a broader network of more than 60 CHRISTUS facilities across the U.S. and internationally.

Life in Alamogordo:

Discover the enchanting city of Alamogordo, New Mexico, where adventure and culture converge. Just 15 minutes from White Sands National Park, a globally recognized natural wonder, Alamogordo offers over 100 trails for hiking, mountain biking, and ATV riding. Explore the local history at the New Mexico Museum of Space History or the Tularosa Basin Museum of History. Don’t miss the Heart of the Desert – Eagle Ranch, home to New Mexico’s largest pistachio groves and a delightful winery offering seven varieties of wine.

Alamogordo is a family-friendly community nestled in the basin and a short drive from the following cities: 

• 1.5 hours from El Paso
• 1 hour from Ruidoso
• 3 hours from Albuquerque

Experience Cloudcroft:

Located just 27 minutes away, Cloudcroft is nestled in the Lincoln National Forest and offers breathtaking trails and abundant wildlife, including herds of elk and deer. Escape the summer heat in Cloudcroft, where it’s always 20 degrees cooler. Enjoy a round of golf at the Cloudcroft Lodge Resort & Spa, one of the highest golf courses in the country, or play disc golf on one of the two scenic courses.

Contact Information

Samantha Wallace - Physician Recruiter - CHRISTUS Health Talent Acquisition

Apply here or email your CV directly to Samantha.Wallace2@christushealth.org

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