Physician - General Psychiatry

CHRISTUS Health; Mountain Park (NM); On-site; USD 240,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health's Christus Regional Behavioral Medicine in Alamogordo, NM seeks a psychiatrist for a mixed inpatient/outpatient practice. The role offers a Monday–Friday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM schedule, with quarterly travel to satellite clinics in Ruidoso and Las Cruces and telehealth options to extend access to care.

Ideal candidates are board-certified or board-eligible in General Psychiatry, with 5+ years of experience and a collaborative, patient-centered approach.

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.

Responsibilities

• Provide a balanced inpatient/outpatient psychiatry practice.
• No call responsibilities.
• Participate in telepsychiatry services and satellite clinics travel.
• Collaborate with APPs, therapists, and multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Team collaboration

Telehealth

Inpatient & outpatient coordination

Job description

Description

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+)

Practice Environment

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

Ideal Candidate

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

Why Alamogordo?

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

Opportunity Summary

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