Employed Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon | Commencement & Relocation | Las Cruces, NM (2nd...

American Orthotic And Prosthetic Association (AOPA); Las Cruces (NM); Hybrid; USD 380,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commencement bonus

Relocation assistance

Full malpractice coverage

401(k) and health benefits

Job summary

MountainView Medical Group in Las Cruces, NM, affiliated with MountainView Regional Medical Center, is seeking a board-eligible or board-certified Orthopedic Surgeon with Trauma Fellowship to join an established, high-demand practice. The role offers immediate patient volume in a Level III trauma center with 22-bed ED and comprehensive OR support.

The hospital is a Leapfrog A-rated facility with Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval, offering a robust referral network and on-site MAKO

Qualifications

• Board-eligible or board-certified orthopedic surgeon
• Trauma fellowship required or completed

Responsibilities

• Employed, full-time position at MountainView Medical Group
• Join a practice with 5 physicians and 2 APPs (1 current Traumatologist)
• Anticipated call 1:4 covering a single hospital
• Work at a Level III trauma 22-bed ED serving Southern New Mexico
• Operator-friendly facilities with MAKO availability, advanced imaging, and TIG/OR team support

Job description

MountainView Medical Group, affiliated with MountainView Regional Medical Center is seeking a board-eligible or board-certified Orthopedic Surgeon with Trauma Fellowship to join an established, high-demand practice in Las Cruces, New Mexico. Serving as the healthcare hub for a primary service area of over 225,000+ residents across Southern New Mexico, this position offers a seamless transition with immediate patient volume.

Demonstrating a strong commitment to quality, MountainView Regional Medical Center is one of only two hospitals in New Mexico to earn a Leapfrog "A" Safety Grade, while also holding The Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval and Advanced Certification for Total Joint Replacement.

About Your Work:

• Employed, full-time, well-respected practice
• Join 5 physicians and 2 APPs (1 current Traumatologist)
• Anticipated call 1:4 covering a single hospital
• Level III trauma 22-bed ED (48,000 ED visits in 2025)
• 168-bed hospital with 8 modern OR suites, dedicated blocks, MAKO availability, high-definition fluoroscopy, efficient and tenured OR team with First Assist, and 24/7 anesthesia coverage.
• Athena EMR + Suki AI scribe technology
• Fully-equipped clinic with experienced support team; clinic adjacent to medical center
• Established referral network supported by 18 physician clinics, a 10-bed freestanding ED, 3 urgent care centers, and dedicated outreach/marketing support.
• Robust multidisciplinary support such as IP/OP therapy, MSK radiologists, Infusion therapy, Interventional Pain Management, PM&R, and athletic partnerships with New Mexico State University.

Compensation & Benefits Package

• Competitive base salary plus wRVU productivity incentives
• Commencement bonus and relocation assistance
• Medical loan repayment assistance and training/fellowship stipends for qualifying candidates
• Full malpractice coverage
• Comprehensive health, medical, and wellness benefits package with 401(k)
• Vacation days and paid CME time with annual allowance

J1 Visa support for qualified candidates