Physician - Interventional Cardiology 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 Cardiology Team at CHRISTUS Southern New Mexico in Alamogordo, NM!

Position: Interventional Cardiologist 

Location: Alamogordo, NM

Opportunity: 

CHRISTUS Southern New Mexico in Alamogordo is seeking a board-certified or board-eligible Interventional Cardiologist to join our growing cardiology team. This full-time, permanent position is designed to expand access to interventional cardiac care and reduce patient transfers for procedures. The incoming physician will have access to a fully equipped cardiac cath lab, modern hospital resources, and a supportive clinical team.

Position Highlights:

• Full-time position

• Schedule: Monday – Thursday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Friday, 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

• Cath lab access: Procedures begin at 6:30 AM, clinic starts at 10:00 AM

• Clinic volume: 20–25 patients/day preferred

• Annual cath/angio volume: ~500 cases

• Procedures performed: Coronary angioplasty and stent placement, right and left heart catheterization, diagnostic coronary angiography, pacemaker and AICD insertions, generator changes, lead revisions, loop recorder insertions/removals, stress test and echocardiogram readings

• Call coverage: Shared call expected

• EMR systems: GEMMS One (clinic), Cerner & Change Healthcare (hospital); transitioning to Epic in March 2026

Compensation & Benefits:

• Base plus model! - $900k+ 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!
• Quality bonus

Qualifications:

• Fellowship-trained in Interventional Cardiology
• Must also possess an unrestricted New Mexico Medical License or be eligible to be licensed in the state of New Mexico
• Preferably experienced

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, cardiology, women’s health, behavioral health, and cancer care. With modern operating rooms, 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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