Pediatrics Opportunity in the Southwest: Flexible Schedule & High Earning Potential

Carlsbad Medical Center located in Carlsbad, NM is seeking a BE/BC Pediatrician:

Join a Supportive Pediatric Team in Beautiful Carlsbad, New Mexico!

Carlsbad Medical Center, a welcoming, community-oriented hospital in southeastern New Mexico, is seeking a Board-Certified/Board-Eligible Pediatrician to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a physician who is looking for a balanced role, strong support, and a tight-knit community where your work truly makes an impact.

• Hospital employed position
• Mostly inpatient with some outpatient duties
• 2+ years of experience preferred, but new graduates are encouraged to apply
• Must be board-certified or board-eligible in the United States
• J1 Visa Candidates Accepted

Position Highlights

• Hospital-employed opportunity with long-term stability
• Predominantly inpatient pediatrics with a manageable outpatient component
• New graduates welcome! (2+ years of experience a plus, but not required)
• Flexible schedule to support a healthy work–life balance
• Join the only full-service, 99-bed hospital in the region, providing comprehensive care to a diverse population

Compensation & Benefits:

• Attractive base salary + bonus structure
• Relocation assistance and commencement bonus
• Medical loan repayment options
• Full malpractice coverage
• Excellent health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)
• Annual CME allowance + CME time off
• Referral bonuses
• Supportive onboarding to ensure a smooth transition

About the Hospital

Carlsbad Medical Center is a 99-bed community hospital accredited by The Joint Commission and designated as a Level III Trauma Center by the New Mexico Department of Health. The hospital provides emergency services, inpatient and outpatient care, surgical services, diagnostic imaging, rehabilitation, women’s services, and specialty care to residents of Carlsbad and southeastern New Mexico. The facility emphasizes compassionate, community-focused healthcare.

Community

Located in the Pecos River Valley and Chihuahuan Desert, Carlsbad serves as a regional hub for commerce and outdoor recreation. Residents enjoy fishing, hiking, rock climbing, water sports, and access to Carlsbad Caverns National Park. With a relatively low cost of living and strong schools, Carlsbad offers an affordable and family-friendly lifestyle.

About Community Health Systems

Community Health Systems, Inc. (CHS) is one of the nation’s leading healthcare providers. Developing and operating healthcare delivery systems in 36 distinct markets across 13 states, CHS is committed to helping people get well and live healthier. CHS operates 60+ acute-care hospitals and more than 1,000 other sites of care, including physician practices, urgent care centers, freestanding emergency departments, occupational medicine clinics, imaging centers, cancer centers and ambulatory surgery centers.

From Alaska to Florida, our affiliated hospitals are the cornerstones of their communities. These local hospitals and healthcare systems play a vital role by providing close to home care and peace of mind for millions of people each year.

Our affiliated hospitals have the flexibility to meet individual needs and the ability to offer competitive recruitment packages and start-up incentives. Hundreds of physicians choose CHS affiliated hospitals each year for quality of care and quality of life.