Physician - General Surgery

CHRISTUS Health; Sacramento (NM); On-site; USD 320,000 - 460,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Relocation Assistance

CME Allowance

Tail Coverage

Visa Sponsorship

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health in Alamogordo, NM is seeking a Board-Eligible or Certified General Surgeon to join a mission-driven, physician-led multispecialty group. This full-time role offers a balanced schedule and a team-based environment focused on quality care.

Responsibilities include general and acute care surgeries, outpatient procedures, and a mix of inpatient and outpatient work. The position provides competitive compensation, relocation assistance, CME allowance, and visa sponsorship for eligible

Qualifications

• Board status ABMS Board-Eligible or Certified.
• Board-certified General Surgeon preferred but not required.
• Eligible for medical licensure in New Mexico.

Responsibilities

• Perform general, acute care and elective surgeries as assigned.
• Conduct outpatient procedures (e.g., colonoscopies) and inpatient care as needed.

Education

ABMS Board-Eligible or Certified

Job description

Description

Physician Recruiter Contact:

Reeve Delmas

Make a Meaningful Impact with CHRISTUS Health

Join the esteemed team at CHRISTUS Southern New Mexico Surgical Associates part of one of the largest and most respected multispecialty groups as we seek a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible General Surgeon. This is a mission-driven, faith-based organization that provides exceptional care to all, regardless of economic background. Join a team that prioritizes collaborative, quality care in a physician-led environment.

Position Highlights:

• Work Type: Full-Time
• Schedule: Monday-Thursday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM; Friday, 8:00 AM-12:00 Noon
• Call: Flexible Shared Call Responsibilities
• Setting: 60% Outpatient, 40% Inpatient
• Average Operative Volume: 3-4 major elective surgeries per week and 5-10 outpatient procedures
• Team Environment: 6 Physicians, 2 CNPs, Manager, Clinical Coordinator, 5 Nurses, 1 Medical Assistant, 2 patient registration interviewers

Procedures Include:

• General Surgery and Acute Care Surgeries
• Colonoscopies (currently 5-8 per day)
• Major elective surgeries
• Outpatient procedures at the surgery center

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Board Status: ABMS Board-Eligible or Certified

What We Offer:

• Faith-Based, Mission-Driven Culture
• Physician-Led Organization
• Competitive Compensation & Comprehensive Benefits
• Sign-On Bonus & Relocation Assistance
• Student-Loan Assistance
• CME Allowance
• Malpractice and Tail Coverage
• Visa Sponsorship available for H1B and J1 candidates

Why Alamogordo, NM?

Located in the Tularosa Basin, Alamogordo offers a perfect blend of small-town charm and cultural richness. Located just 15 minutes from White Sands National Park, the area offers over 100 trails for hiking, mountain biking, and ATV riding. Explore local history at the New Mexico Museum of Space History or visit Heart of the Desert - Eagle Ranch, home to the state's oldest pistachio groves. Nearby Cloudcroft, nestled in the Lincoln National Forest, provides cooler temps and golf at one of the highest courses in the U.S..

• 89 miles from El Paso
• 48 miles from Ruidoso
• 200 miles from Albuquerque