Physician - Orthopaedic Surgery Job in Carlsbad, New Mexico

Orthopedic Surgery in New Mexico | J1 Visa Support is Available

Profession

Physician

Specialty

Orthopaedic Surgery

Job Description

Carlsbad Medical Center in Carlsbad, New Mexico is seeking a board-eligible or board-certified Orthopedic Surgeon to join our thriving multispecialty group serving the southeastern New Mexico community.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:

Full-time, hospital employed position (no locums or part-time)
Level III facility
General orthopedics with trauma, total joints, and hand
1:3 call rotation with an experienced orthopedic team
8 operating rooms with dedicated orthopedic block time and 24/7 anesthesia coverage
High volume opportunity with quick ramp-up, joining a well-established and reputable group
Supportive environment with a strong referral base from local PCPs and specialists
Office space conveniently located within walking distance of the hospital campus
Robust onboarding, marketing, and physician outreach support
Strong clinical and administrative support
Dedicated medical assistant from day one, additional support added as volume grows

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Board-certified or board-eligible in orthopedic surgery
Completion of U.S. residency training required
Experience preferred, but strong new graduates will be considered
Ability to perform general orthopedic procedures, including trauma and total joints
Eligible for New Mexico medical licensure
J1 visa support available

COMPETITIVE COMPENSATION & BENEFITS PACKAGE MAY INCLUDE:

Generous compensation with bonus incentives
Relocation assistance
Commencement bonus
Medical loan repayment assistance
Residency/fellowship stipend for qualifying candidates
Malpractice coverage
Comprehensive health benefits package including 401(k)
Paid CME time with annual allowance
Personal time off (PTO)

Job ID: 48182
Employment Type: Contract - Full Time
Accepts J-1 Waivers: Yes
Accepts H-1b Visas: Yes

Location Description

Carlsbad Medical Center (CMC) is a full-service, 99-bed community-oriented hospital located along the Pecos River in Carlsbad, NM

The hospital, accredited by the Joint Commission, provides services including Bone Densitometry (Osteoporosis) In-Patient Rehabilitation and Transitional Care Unit, Cardiac Cath Lab, Intensive Care Unit, Cardiopulmonary Services, Laboratory, Diabetes Self-Management Center, Medical/Surgical/Pediatric Services, all Digital Diagnostic Imaging, OR/Surgical Services, Dietary Services, Outpatient Surgery, Education Department, Pharmacy, Emergency Department, Rehabilitation Institute, Sleep Lab, Outpatient Diagnostic Center, Women's Services and Hospitalist.

Carlsbad Medical Center has a long history of providing care to their friends and neighbors.With more than 50 physicians, CMC has more than 20 specialties and sub specialties, including cardiology, neurology, obstetrics, a Level II nursery, orthopedics, urology, wound care, pain management, and acute care rehabilitation.

CMC's 24 hour emergency department recently earned a Level III trauma designation, the first awarded by the state in Southeast New Mexico

Community

Carlsbad , located in the Chihuahuan Desert and the Pecos River Valley, is in the southeast corner of New Mexico, 160 miles from Midland and El Paso, Texas, 210 miles from Las Cruces, N.M., and 275 miles from Albuquerque, N.M.
Population of Carlsbad is approximately 25,625/ county 51,658
Carlsbad offers many activities: Fishing, water sports, hiking, rock climbing, cave exploration, golfing and Carlsbad Caverns National Park
With a low cost of living and great schools this beautiful community offers families a great affordable lifestyle

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