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Description
Christus Regional Behavioral Medicine Alamogordo, New Mexico
Join a growing and collaborative Behavioral Health team serving Southern New Mexico through a well-established inpatient and outpatient psychiatry program.
Position Highlights- Combination of Inpatient and Outpatient Psychiatry
- Flexible schedule with a mix of:
- 1-3 days outpatient clinic
- 2-3 days inpatient coverage
- Monday-Friday schedule, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- No Call Requirement
- Quarterly travel to satellite clinics in Ruidoso and Las Cruces
- Telehealth opportunities available
- Adult patient population (18 )
Become part of an expanding behavioral health service line supported by a multidisciplinary team:
Alamogordo Team- 4 Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners
- 5 additional APPs joining the practice
- Multiple inpatient and outpatient nursing staff
- 4 Medical Assistants
- 12 Licensed Therapists across inpatient and outpatient settings
- Dedicated front office and administrative support
- 36-bed Behavioral Medicine Unit
- Established consult and inpatient psychiatric services
- Guaranteed inpatient census of approximately 12 patients daily
- Strong referral base
- Access to telepsychiatry services
- Opportunity to build and customize practice interests
We are seeking a psychiatrist who values teamwork, collaboration, and high-quality patient-centered care.
Preferred Qualifications- Board Certified or Board Eligible in General Psychiatry
- Minimum of 5 years of Psychiatry experience preferred
- Experience in both inpatient and outpatient psychiatric practice
- Interest in helping expand behavioral health services
- Ability to work collaboratively with APPs, therapists, and multidisciplinary care teams
- Board Certification in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry is a plus
- Interest in Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) welcomed
- Program expansion opportunities available
- Need for additional physician support to provide ECT services
Located in the beautiful Tularosa Basin, Alamogordo offers:
- Affordable cost of living
- Family-friendly community
- More than 300 days of sunshine annually
- Access to hiking, mountain biking, skiing, and outdoor recreation
- Proximity to White Sands National Park and the Sacramento Mountains
This is an outstanding opportunity for a psychiatrist seeking:
- No call responsibilities
- A balanced inpatient/outpatient practice
- Strong APP and therapist support
- Leadership and program-development opportunities
- Excellent quality of life in Southern New Mexico
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply and learn more about joining our growing Behavioral Health team.