Emergency Medicine Physician

Service Line: EM

Position Title: Physician

Location: CHRISTUS Southern New Mexico - Alamogordo, NM

Recruiter: Derek Sawyer

Position Overview

Serve patients in moments that matter and be a part of the future of health care. SCP Health is seeking a dedicated Physician to join our dynamic team. Join us to grow your career, make a meaningful impact, and deliver high-quality care in the communities you serve.

•Patient Volume: 33,000

•Beds: 23 in ER and 12 in fast track

•Coverage Model: 24hrs of physician coverage and 30hrs of NP/PA coverage

•Acuity: Medium (15% admit rate)

•EMR: EPIC

Facility & Clinical Details

CHRISTUS provides essential emergency services and a broad range of inpatient and outpatient care in a patient-centered, community-focused environment. The hospital features coordinated multidisciplinary teams, diagnostic imaging, surgical services, and rehabilitation, with pathways for specialty consultations through regional networks when needed. For clinicians, CHRISTUS offers a collegial setting with opportunities to develop a broad practice in a smaller-city context, while enjoying Alamogordo's outdoor lifestyle and community connections.

Community Information

Alamogordo sits in the high desert of southern New Mexico, framed by the Sacramento Mountains and near White Sands National Monument. It's a warm, tight-knit community with a slower pace, solid schools, and a family-friendly atmosphere. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy easy access to hiking, mountain trails, and desert scenery, all complemented by a welcoming downtown with local shops, eateries, and cultural events. For physicians, Alamogordo offers a manageable patient base, strong community ties, and a high quality of life in a picturesque, sun-filled setting.

Benefits & Compensation

•Competitive compensation package with earning potential up to $600,000 annually

•Job Status: Independent Contractor

•Professional liability insurance with tail coverage

•Dedicated Chief Wellness Officer and wellness programming for clinicians

•Established, respected, financially stable company

•Equitable scheduling patterns

•Dedicated on-site and regional leadership support

•Robust professional growth and leadership development opportunities

Why SCP Health

For over 50 years, SCP Health has been serving patients in moments that matter. As a physician-founded and physician-led organization specializing in emergency, hospital, and critical care medicine, we believe clinicians should focus on what matters most-delivering exceptional patient care.

We support our physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants with national capabilities, regional leadership support, and evidence-based practices. Our approach combines clinician autonomy with comprehensive administrative support, enabling work-life balance while practicing at the top of your license.

By supporting our clinicians in delivering exceptional care, we improve the health of our communities.

Together, we heal.