Job Description

Surgery - General Physician at Lifepoint Health summary:

Memorial Medical Center seeks a General Surgeon to provide comprehensive general surgery services, including minimally invasive procedures, in a busy, hospital-based Level III Trauma Center. The role involves collaborating with a team of experienced surgeons, participating in teaching programs, and utilizing advanced robotic surgical technology. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered in a supportive and growing healthcare community in Las Cruces, New Mexico.

Memorial Medical Center in Las Cruces, New Mexico, is seeking a General Surgeon to join our busy, well-established practice. The ideal candidate will provide the full range of general surgery services, including minimally invasive procedures, and enjoy working in a supportive, collaborative environment.

Position Details

• Join a collegial team of 3 experienced General Surgeons with strong APP support
• Busy, hospital-based practice with a diverse case mix and referral base
• Level III Trauma Center and major regional referral center for Southern New Mexico
• Access to two Da Vinci Xi robotic systems
• 11 state-of-the-art operating rooms with flexible block scheduling
• Shared ER call: 1:4
• Clinic conveniently located on the hospital campus
• Supported by a robust hospitalist program allowing focus on consultations and surgical care
• Strong administrative support from hospital leadership
• Teaching opportunities with the Family Medicine Residency and Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine
• Collaborate within a Comprehensive Cancer Center offering clinical trials and multidisciplinary care

About Our Hospital and Health System

Memorial Medical Center is a 199-bed hospital located in Las Cruces, NM and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast.

About the Community

Discover the charm of Southern living in Las Cruces, New Mexico s second-largest city. Nestled in the scenic Mesilla Valley, Las Cruces offers:

• A welcoming community with excellent public and private schools
• A blend of urban amenities, small-town friendliness, and rural beauty
• Close proximity to El Paso, Texas, for easy access to metropolitan attractions
• Year-round sunshine and abundant outdoor recreation, from hiking to cultural festivals

This position offers an exceptional opportunity to practice high-quality surgery in a growing community with an outstanding quality of life.

Our compensation package can include:

• Competitive base salary plus worked relative value unit (wRVU) production bonus
• Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance
• Paid time off and retirement plan
• Comprehensive health and well-being benefits
• Student loan repayment assistance
• Early-commitment residency stipend
• Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance and days
• Paid professional liability and malpractice coverage
• Marketing and practice growth assistance

Memorial Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Memorial Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Keywords:

General Surgeon, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Robotic Surgery, Level III Trauma Center, Surgical Care, Hospital-based Practice, Medical Residency Teaching, Healthcare Jobs New Mexico, Surgical Procedures, Physician Surgeon

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