Gastroenterology, Join Expanding GI Program in Las Cruces | J1 Support Available

Job Description

Gastroenterology Opportunity in Las Cruces

Enjoy over 300 days of sunshine each year while building a rewarding career in one of the Southwest’s most desirable communities. A hospital-employed multi-specialty group in Las Cruces is seeking a BE/BC Gastroenterologist to join an expanding GI service line near El Paso.

This is an excellent opportunity for a physician interested in either General Gastroenterology or incorporating Advanced Endoscopy into their practice, with strong procedural volume and long-term growth potential.

Opportunity Highlights

• Hospital-employed position within an established multi-specialty network
• Expansion opportunity with strong referral support from more than 160 physicians on staff
• Blend of approximately 70% general GI and 30% advanced procedures
• Opportunity to develop and grow advanced endoscopy services
• Existing hospital equipment and procedural volume support physicians looking to incorporate advanced procedures into practice
• Typical procedural volume:
  • 15–20 general GI procedures daily
  • 2–5 advanced procedures daily
• Hospital-based endoscopy program
• Guaranteed block time with opportunity for expansion as procedural volume grows
• Dedicated anesthesia support available
• APP support for inpatient rounding
• Collaborative clinical environment with growth-focused leadership

Call Schedule

• 1:3 call rotation
• Approximately 10 days of call per month
• Combination of clinic and hospital call
• No in-house call requirement
• Additional call compensation available for call exceeding five days monthly

Practice Environment

• Current GI coverage includes one employed physician and two independent physicians covering through a PSA arrangement
• Recruitment supports continued expansion and long-term program development
• Opportunity for physicians interested in helping build advanced GI capabilities
• Typical clinic schedule Monday–Friday

Candidate Requirements

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Gastroenterology
• ERCP training preferred for physicians interested in advanced procedures
• Eligible for medical licensure in New Mexico

Visa Support

• J-1 waiver support available
• H1B transfer candidates may be considered
• Cap-exempt H1B sponsorship not available

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• High income potential
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Relocation assistance and additional recruitment incentives may be available

About the Hospital

MountainView Regional Medical Center is a 168-bed acute care hospital located in Las Cruces, New Mexico. Accredited by The Joint Commission, the hospital provides 24-hour emergency care, cardiac services, womens health, intensive care, inpatient and outpatient surgery, rehabilitation services, wound care, diagnostic imaging, pain management, and diabetes education programs.

Community

Las Cruces is a growing community in southern New Mexico, surrounded by mountains and desert landscapes. Residents enjoy outdoor recreation, including hiking, skiing, boating, and water sports, as well as mild seasonal weather. Located near major highways and approximately 45 minutes from El Paso International Airport , Las Cruces offers convenient travel access, good schools, and a growing business base.