Psychiatry Physician

Adult Psychiatrist Addiction Medicine & Substance Use Disorders Mesilla Valley Hospital Las Cruces, New Mexico Looking for a position that offers a strong work-life balance, a collaborative team, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in addiction treatment?
Mesilla Valley Hospital is seeking an Adult Addictions/SUD Psychiatrist to join our inpatient behavioral health team, providing care for adults with psychiatric and co-occurring substance use disorders.
Position Highlights

• Focus: Adult inpatient Psychiatry, Addiction & SUD treatment.
• Schedule: Monday Friday schedule with daytime hours only.
• Flexible daily workflow with the ability to leave after patient-care responsibilities are completed.
• Caseload average: 13-15 patient encounters per day.
• Call coverage: Once per week (phone only).
• Weekends: Optional paid weekend coverage available.
• Lead and collaborate with an experienced multidisciplinary treatment team.
• Teaching opportunities with residents, fellows, and medical students through Texas Tech El Paso.
• Employed or 1099 Independent Contractor options.
• Leadership opportunity: Service line directorship available.

Compensation & Benefits

• Negotiable base salary range from $350,000-$390,000.
• Weekends and evening call shifts paid.
• Additional earnings potential via Productivity Bonus.
• Sign-on bonus
• Relocation assistance
• 26 days PTO annually
• CME package
• Student loan assistance available
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

Qualifications

1. MD or DO degree from an accredited and recognized medical school.
2. BE or BC General Psychiatry (required).
3. BE or BC Addiction Psychiatry (preferred).
4. New Mexico license or ability to obtain licensure.

Why Las Cruces?
Enjoy 300+ days of sunshine, breathtaking mountain views, a low cost of living, and easy access to outdoor recreation all while practicing in a physician-friendly environment with strong administrative support.
Mesilla Valley Hospital is proud to be owned and operated by a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS), the nation's largest facilities-based behavioral health provider.
Ready to Take the Next Step? Contact me to learn more about this exciting opportunity!
Daniel Wilson
In-House Physician Recruiter
Mesilla Valley Hospital
Subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc.
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