Primary Care Physician MD or DO HIV Exp a Plus

Southwest Care Center (SCC); United States; On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation bonus

Full benefits package

Job summary

Southwest Care Center in New Mexico seeks a full‑time Physician (Family Medicine or Internal Medicine) to join a diverse, community‑oriented practice. The role involves comprehensive primary care, preventive medicine, and coordination with a broad care team in a community clinic setting.

We offer a competitive salary with sign‑on and relocation bonuses, a strong benefits package, and a supportive environment dedicated to serving underserved populations.

Qualifications

• MD or DO with residency completion.
• Active New Mexico medical license required.
• Board certification in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine preferred; HIV experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Examine and diagnose patients; order tests and prescribe medications.
• Develop and manage treatment plans including preventive care.
• Educate patients and families on health issues and treatments.
• Refer to specialists and coordinate care with other providers.
• Maintain detailed medical records and ensure policy compliance.
• Provide clinical leadership and staff education; participate in QA initiatives.
• Support program planning and policy development for primary care services.

Skills

Primary care experience

Board-certified FM/IM

Active NM medical license

HIV experience desirable

Education

MD or DO with residency

Tools

Athena EMR

Mend Telehealth

Job description

Southwest Care Center employees can answer yes to these 3 questions:

• Do you want to make a difference?
• Do you believe everyone is entitled to quality healthcare?
• Do you desire to serve the underserved in your community?

For over 25 years, Southwest Care Center has been providing exceptional healthcare to the communities of Santa Fe and Albuquerque, NM. We are a non‑profit, FQHC‑LAL providing medical, behavioral health, case management, community outreach, diabetes education, and pharmacy services. We are proud to offer gender equity medicine, syringe exchange, and HIV/Hep C treatment, testing and other services within our communities.

Southwest Care Center is currently seeking a full‑time Physician. May be Family Medicine or Internal Medicine.

Position Details

• Examine and diagnose patients, order appropriate diagnostic tests, and prescribe medications.
• Develop and manage treatment plans for patients, including preventive care and health maintenance.
• Educate patients and families about health issues, disease prevention, and medical treatments.
• Refer patients to specialists and other healthcare professionals as needed.
• Communicate with other healthcare providers to coordinate quality patient care.
• Keep detailed medical records and document patient care activities as required by Southwest Care Center policy.
• Provide leadership to clinic staff through education and outreach, participating in quality assurance initiatives, supporting training of new team members, supervising patient care provided by provider assigned staff.
• Actively involved in planning and evaluation of primary medical care and service programs including policy development, recommends changes in the program or services.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by participating in continuing education or seminars related to job responsibilities.
• Participates in quality measures and chart review as required.
• Performs other duties as required and assigned.

Practice Highlights

• Monday - Friday 8-5 typical schedule with 32 hours of scheduled patient care and 8 hours of administrative time per week.
• Limited call rotation may be required outside of typical schedule.
• System-wide Athena EMR.
• Telehealth visits available through Mend platform.
• Onsite care team includes Physicians, NPs, Physician Assistant, Clinical Pharmacists, Behavioral Health Clinicians, Case Managers, RNs and RN Clinic Managers, Medical Assistants, Pharmacists, Health Educators, Registered Dietician.
• Inclusive "We Care" culture.

Candidate Highlights

• Post-residency experience with 3+ years preferred in a primary care setting. HIV experience highly desirable.
• Degree from an Accredited Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) program along completion of residency program(s).
• Valid, unencumbered license to Practice Medicine in the State of New Mexico, Board Certified in Family Practice, Pediatrics, Internal Medicine. DEA registration. AAHIVS Certification is highly desirable.

Employment Highlights

• Competitive Salary with sign‑on and relocation bonus available.
• Additional bonus options available.
• Great work/life balance with generous time off plans.
• Tuition reimbursement availability.
• Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k with substantial employer contribution, paid time off, professional development programs, and 340B prescription access.

Living & Working In New Mexico

The Land of Enchantment offers residents a way of life that you won’t find anywhere else in the United States. Our clinic locations are in Santa Fe and Albuquerque, NM. Each with its own unique vibe and both offering all the perks you get when you call New Mexico Home.

• Rich cultural and historical diversity.
• 310 days of sunshine, combined with a mild, dry climate and four distinct seasons! You’ll forget what humidity is when you live here.
• Unlimited year-round outdoor opportunities including hiking, rock-climbing, rafting, motorized sports, and even skiing. Yes, we have really big ski mountains in and around the deserts of New Mexico!
• Diverse and inclusive communities with amazingly kind people from all walks of life.
• Gorgeous landscapes that include desert and majestic mountains. New Mexico has to be to be seen to believe.
• Continuous festivals, concerts, and events including the internationally known Balloon Fiesta of Albuquerque.
• International airport providing low-cost, quick access in-country and out.
• Big city amenities found in Albuquerque with easy access from Santa Fe (50 min). Many of our employees commute between these cities. Both cities are connected by the NM rail system for those looking for a relaxing commute with a breath‑taking view.
• Great schools and family friendly communities.
• And let’s not forget about New Mexican cuisine—it is some of the best food in the country. Will you have red or green?

Southwest Care Center is an equal opportunity employer. We offer equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.

Job Details

Location: NM Santa Fe - West Alameda

Worker Type Employee

Regular

Scheduled Weekly Hours 40