Physician - General Psychiatry
CHRISTUS Health System · christushealth.org
AlamogordoSenior5+ yrs
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The job in short
General psychiatrist.
Nursing
Details
- Found
- 13 d ago · posted 2026-10-15
- Location as listed
- Alamogordo, NM, US
- Role
- Physician / Doctor
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full 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.
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