Memorial Medical Center in Las Cruces, New Mexico is recruiting an Emergency Medicine physician for independent contractor coverage in a high-volume regional emergency department serving more than 300,000 residents across Doña Ana County and the surrounding Mesilla Valley. Situated between the Organ Mountains and the Rio Grande, this Lifepoint Health facility delivers a full spectrum of diagnostic, therapeutic, and rehabilitative services on both an inpatient and outpatient basis. The position offers flexible block scheduling and the stability of a nationally recognized emergency medicine group, making it a strong fit for physicians seeking autonomy with institutional support.
Perks and Benefits
- Excellent compensation structure for independent contractor (1099) engagement
- Flexible scheduling with block availability to accommodate out-of-area physicians
- Access to more than 300,000 CME hours through a dedicated clinician education platform
- CME stipend and professional development resources included
- Clinician wellness program with structured work-life balance resources
- Career growth opportunities within a large national network of emergency medicine clinicians
- Access to professional development tools and educational resources
Practice Highlights
- Regional referral emergency department serving a catchment population exceeding 300,000 across Las Cruces, Doña Ana County, and surrounding communities
- Full-spectrum acute care facility offering diagnostic, therapeutic, and rehabilitative services on both inpatient and outpatient bases
- Designated partner hospital of the National Patient Safety Foundation, actively participating in the "Stand Up for Patient Safety" campaign — reflecting a strong institutional culture around quality and safety
- Part of the Lifepoint Health system, providing the infrastructure and resources of a nationally respected acute care network
- Independent contractor engagement with flexible scheduling that supports regional and traveling physicians
- Access to a broad clinician network with potential for career advancement across multiple markets
Qualifications
- Board certification or board eligibility in Emergency Medicine
- Completion of an ACGME-accredited Emergency Medicine residency
- Active New Mexico medical license or eligibility to obtain prior to start
- Comfort managing the full acuity spectrum of a high-volume regional emergency department
About the Community
Las Cruces occupies the Mesilla Valley of southern New Mexico, framed by the dramatic Organ Mountains to the east and the Rio Grande to the west — a setting that offers year-round sunshine, world-class hiking, and a relaxed high-desert lifestyle at a cost of living well below most major metros. As New Mexico's second-largest city, Las Cruces combines a vibrant university-town culture (home to New Mexico State University) with easy access to El Paso, Texas, just 45 miles south, providing international airport access, additional dining and entertainment, and a major metropolitan hub. The region's rich blend of Southwestern history, outdoor recreation, and a growing food and arts scene makes it a compelling destination for physicians seeking quality of life alongside meaningful clinical work.