Physician - Psychiatry – Child & Adolescent

CHRISTUS Health; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 220,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Faith-based culture

Physician-led organization

Competitive compensation

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Student loan assistance

CME allowance

Malpractice tail coverage

Visa sponsorship

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health in Las Cruces, NM seeks a Board-Certified Psychiatrist for a 100% outpatient, full-time position. Expect 12-16 patients daily, Mon-Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Travel to Alamogordo campus as needed (about 1 hour). The setting is physician-led with a faith-based, mission-driven culture.

The role emphasizes medication management and psychotherapy, with competitive compensation, benefits, and visa sponsorship options.

Qualifications

• Must be board-certified in Psychiatry.
• Board-Certified in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.
• Preferred 5+ years of physician practice in psychiatry in outpatient or inpatient settings.
• Experience with medication management and psychotherapy.
• Willing to travel to Alamogordo main campus (1 hour commute).

Skills

Medication management

Psychotherapy experience

Education

Board-Certified in Psychiatry

Board-Certified in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

Job description

Description

CHRISTUS® Health

Physician Recruiter Contact

Reeve Delmas

[e-mail]

512-779-1338

Make a Meaningful Impact with CHRISTUS Health- Join one of the largest and most respected multispecialty groups—CHRISTUS Trinity Clinic as we seek a Board-Certified Psychiatrist to become part of our mission-driven, faith-based organization. This is a unique opportunity to practice in a Physician-led environment that prioritizes quality care, community well-being, and work-life balance.

Position Highlights

• Work Type: Full-Time
• Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Setting: 100% Outpatient
• Patient Volume: 12-16 patients per day including new patient appointments & brief inpatient follow-ups

Qualifications & Requirements

• Board-Certified in Psychiatry
• Board-Certified in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
• Preferred 5+ years of physician practice in psychiatry in either outpatient or inpatient settings
• Medication management and Psychotherapy Experience
• Willing to travel to our main campus in Alamogordo as needed (1 hour commute)

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 Las Cruces, NM?

Las Cruces Blends Desert Beauty With Small-town Charm. With The Organ Mountains As a Backdrop, You’ll Enjoy Sunny Weather, Scenic Trails, And a Lively Arts And Food Scene. It’s Affordable, Family-friendly, And Just a Short Drive From

• 45 miles to El Paso, TX
• 225 miles to Albuquerque, NM
• 30 miles to White Sands National Park