Orthopedic Surgeon

CHRISTUS South New Mexico Bone & Joint in Alamogordo, NM, is seeking a Board-Eligible or Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon to join their multispecialty team. This full-time role offers a balanced schedule of clinic and ASC-based surgical care within a supportive multispecialty environment. The incoming surgeon will manage a wide range of orthopedic conditions with opportunities to focus on joint replacement, arthroscopy, trauma, and sports medicine. Practice Info Multispecialty team of orthopedic and podiatry providers CHRISTUS Southern New Mexico is a community-based, not-for-profit health system anchored by a Level III Trauma Center in Alamogordo The hospital features 99 beds, including ICU, Med/Surg, Progressive Care, and a dedicated Joint Care unit, supported by a 24-room emergency department with helicopter transport capabilities Onsite ambulatory surgery center equipped with an up-to-date C-arm Collaborative and mission-driven group emphasizing evidence-based care, efficiency, and personalized patient treatment Broad catchment area and established referral network ensure timely access to orthopedic care and consistent surgical volume Responsibilities Evaluating and treating pre-operative and post-operative patients in a high-volume clinic setting (approximately 4,000 patient visits / year) Performing orthopedic surgical procedures, including total joint replacement, fracture care, arthroscopy, revision surgeries, and hand/upper extremity operations Developing individualized care plans including pre-op preparation, postoperative care, rehabilitation, and patient education Collaborating with podiatry, physical therapy partners, pain management, and primary care providers Maintaining accurate and detailed clinical documentation Utilizing Epic EMR across all clinical settings Working across clinics in Alamogordo, Las Cruces, and Ruidoso as needed Providing occasional teaching opportunities for family medicine residents Compensation Competitive compensation with productivity incentive opportunities Generous sign-on bonus Benefits Employed position with a mission-focused, not-for-profit health system Immediate access to surgical and clinic volume CME and licensure allowance Employer-paid medical malpractice coverage Full benefits package including health, dental, vision, and retirement Shift & Schedule Full-time role offers a balanced schedule of clinic and ASC-based surgical care Requirements Medical Degree (MD or DO) Board-Certified or Board-Eligible in Orthopedic Surgery Eligible for New Mexico medical license 3–5 years of experience preferred Proficiency in general orthopedic surgery, including joint replacement, arthroscopy, and fracture care Strong communication skills and dedication to patient-centered care Collaborative, team-oriented mindset