Pain Management Physician — Alamogordo, NM at CHRISTUS

About the Role

CHRISTUS Health is seeking a Board-Certified or Board-Eligible Pain Management Provider to join a growing team in Southern New Mexico. This full-time, permanent position is designed to expand access to Interventional Pain Management procedures and reduce opioid prescriptions. The incoming physician will work within a supportive environment equipped with a brand-new GE ultrasound to support high-quality, image-guided procedures.

The role offers a balanced schedule with clinic hours from Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The provider will manage a volume of approximately 20-25 patients daily, with procedural days block-scheduled at an onsite surgery center. An operating room is available for higher-risk patients, ensuring comprehensive care delivery.

Life in Alamogordo

Discover the enchanting city of Alamogordo, New Mexico, where adventure and culture meet. Located just 15 minutes from White Sands National Park, a world-renowned natural wonder, Alamogordo offers over 100 trails ideal for hiking, mountain biking, ATV riding, and more. Explore local history at the New Mexico Museum of Space History or the Tularosa Basin Museum of History. Don't miss the Heart of the Desert - Eagle Ranch, home to New Mexico's first and largest pistachio groves and a delightful winery offering seven varieties of wines.

Why CHRISTUS Health

At CHRISTUS Health, we believe that our team is our greatest asset. From our award-winning medical professionals to our dedicated support staff, we are united by a common goal: providing exceptional care to all, regardless of economic background.

Contact & Application

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Physician Recruiter Reeve Delmas at (512) 779-1338 or reeve.delmas@christushealth.org.

Equal Opportunity

CHRISTUS Health is an equal opportunity employer. For assistance with the application process, please contact us at (844) 257-6925.

Work location

Work model: On-site

877, Puerto Rico Avenue, Alamogordo, Otero County, New Mexico, 88310, United States

Alamogordo, New Mexico

Key Responsibilities

check_circlePerform interventional pain management procedures including radiofrequency ablations and epidurals
check_circleTreat patients with Thoracic Outlet Compression Syndrome and other pain conditions
check_circleSchedule and perform procedures at the onsite surgery center and in the operating room
check_circleManage a daily clinic volume of 20-25 patients with a focus on reducing opioid prescriptions
check_circleConduct image-guided procedures using GE ultrasound technology
check_circleUtilize Athena, Cerner, and Epic EMR systems for patient documentation and care coordination

Requirements

verifiedBoard-Certified or Board-Eligible in Pain Management
verifiedFellowship-trained in Pain Management
verifiedBackground in Anesthesia or Neurology

Nice to Have

Spinal cord stimulator experience

Benefits & Perks

check_circleMalpractice insurance with tail coveragecheck_circleRetirement plan with employer matchcheck_circlePaid time offcheck_circleCME allowanceRelocation and sign-on bonus

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: Pain Management, Interventional Pain Management, Radiofrequency Ablations, Epidurals, Medial Branch Blocks, Spinal Cord Stimulator, Athena, Cerner, Epic, Ge Ultrasound.

Education: MD or DO degree required for Pain Management Provider.

Frequently asked questions about Physician - Pain Management at CHRISTUS Health

What does a Physician - Pain Management at CHRISTUS Health do?expand_more

Day-to-day, the Physician - Pain Management at CHRISTUS Health will perform interventional pain management procedures including radiofrequency ablations and epidurals; treat patients with thoracic outlet compression syndrome and other pain conditions; schedule and perform procedures at the onsite surgery center and in the operating room; and manage a daily clinic volume of 20-25 patients with a focus on reducing opioid prescriptions.

What are the requirements for this Physician - Pain Management role?expand_more

CHRISTUS Health is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Board-Certified or Board-Eligible in Pain Management; Fellowship-trained in Pain Management; and Background in Anesthesia or Neurology.

Where is the Physician - Pain Management role at CHRISTUS Health located?expand_more

Physician - Pain Management at CHRISTUS Health is based in 877, Puerto Rico Avenue, Alamogordo, Otero County, New Mexico, 88310, United States. This is a on-site role.

Is this Physician - Pain Management job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more

CHRISTUS Health has listed this Physician - Pain Management role as on-site.

How much experience is required for this Physician - Pain Management role?expand_more

Candidates for Physician - Pain Management at CHRISTUS Health should have mid level.

What skills do you need for the Physician - Pain Management role at CHRISTUS Health?expand_more

Key skills for Physician - Pain Management at CHRISTUS Health include Pain Management; Interventional Pain Management; Radiofrequency Ablations; Epidurals; Medial Branch Blocks; Spinal Cord Stimulator; Athena; and Cerner.

What education is required for Physician - Pain Management at CHRISTUS Health?expand_more

Educational requirements for this role: MD or DO degree required for Pain Management Provider.

What category does the Physician - Pain Management role belong to?expand_more

Physician - Pain Management at CHRISTUS Health is part of the healthcare & nursing job category on Recrutus.

Physician - Pain Management