Posted 5 days ago
Description
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+)
Practice Environment
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
Inpatient Services
* 36-bed Behavioral Medicine Unit
* Established consult and inpatient psychiatric services
* Guaranteed inpatient census of approximately 12 patients daily
Outpatient Services
* Strong referral base
* Access to telepsychiatry services
* Opportunity to build and customize practice interests
Ideal Candidate
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
Additional Desired Qualifications
* 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
Why Alamogordo?
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
Opportunity Summary
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.
