About MountainView & CHS Network
MountainView Regional Medical Center, a 168-bed Joint Commission-accredited facility, offers comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services, including surgery, diagnostics, and emergency care. Part of Community Health Systems’ network of 70+ hospitals across 14 states, MountainView supports professional growth through robust development programs and benefits. As a teaching hospital with multiple residency programs, it also offers opportunities to teach, mentor, and shape future physicians.
Position Overview & Highlights
We are seeking a Board Eligible or Board Certified Otolaryngologist to join our MoutainView Regional team in southern New Mexico. This role is ideal for someone who wants to build a strong practice having both clinical impact and academic involvement.
Key Features:
- Hospital-employed position, with support, systems, and infrastructure in place
- Quick ramp-up opportunity — immediate access to referral networks in a 300K+ service area
- New graduates or experienced physicians welcomed
- Inherent academic and teaching opportunities through MountainView’s GME programs
- Broad otolaryngology scope (inpatient/outpatient, surgical, procedural)
- Strong support and infrastructure via CHS network (benefits, career development, systems)
Compensation & Benefits
We offer a competitive recruitment package, which may include:
- Relocation allowance
- Commencement bonus
- CME allowance & support
- Medical education debt repayment / loan assistance
- Comprehensive insurance (medical, dental, vision)
- Retirement plan (401k or similar) with employer match
- Paid time off, holidays, and professional leave
- Support for licensure, certification, and continuing education
Ideal Candidate Profile
Required:
- MD or DO degree
- Board Eligible or Board Certified in Otolaryngology
- Ability to secure hospital privileges in NM
- Excellent clinical skills, professionalism, strong communication
Preferred / Strongly Desired:
- Interest or experience in academic medicine / teaching
- Broad experience in ENT surgical procedures and outpatient/ inpatient scope
- Comfort working in a high-volume setting
- Ability to function well in a team-based environment
Community & Lifestyle — Las Cruces, NM
Las Cruces offers a blend of desert beauty, mountain vistas, and a rich cultural heritage. Highlights include:
- Just ~45 minutes to El Paso and its international airport
- Over 10 months of sunshine — ideal for year-round outdoor activities
- Strong sense of community in a growing, family-oriented city
- Low cost of living and reasonable housing options
- Flourishing food, arts, and cultural scene (restaurants, breweries, events)
- Access to hiking, biking, lakes, and beautiful surroundings
- Recognized by Money Magazine among the “50 Best Places to Live in the U.S.”