Lifepoint Health

Orthopedic Surgeon | Great care lives here

Las Cruces, NM

$700K–$850K
full-time
Inpatient and outpatient

Job Highlights

  • Loan Repayment or Assistance Offered
  • Flexible Schedule
  • Less than 1 Hour from an International Airport
  • Position Details

    • Sports Medicine Fellowship Preferred
    • Established Group: Collaborate with experienced orthopedic surgeons, podiatrists, and APPs in a well-established, supportive environment.
    • State-of-the-Art Facilities: Work at a Level III Trauma Center equipped with cutting-edge technology.
    • Flexible Call Schedule: General call coverage of 1:3 or better.
    • Strong Referral Base: Benefit from a large network of referring providers.
    • Dedicated OR Time: Enjoy two OR days per week for optimized surgical scheduling.
    • We specialize in a full scope of general orthopedic surgery, including:
      • Minimally invasive total joint replacement
      • Trauma surgery
      • Pediatric orthopedics
      • Sports injuries

    About Our Hospital and Health System

    Memorial Medical Center is a 199-bed hospital located in Las Cruces, NM, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast.

    Memorial Medical Center's Total Joint Replacement Program has earned The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval for Hip and Knee Replacement continuously since 2012.

    About the Community

    Nestled in the breathtaking Mesilla Valley, Las Cruces is an outdoor lover's dream with:

    • Year-Round Outdoor Activities - Over 300 days of sunshine to explore hiking, biking, and breathtaking desert landscapes.
    • Affordable & Family-Friendly - A welcoming community with top-rated schools, a vibrant culture, and diverse dining.
    • Prime Location - Just 45 minutes from El Paso, TX, offering big-city amenities while maintaining a relaxed, small-town feel.

    Memorial Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Memorial Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

    About Lifepoint Health

    Lifepoint Health is a national network of acute, rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals sharing a common mission of making communities healthier®. From the mountains of Missoula, Montana and the horse farms of the Bluegrass State to the highlands of Pennsylvania, your expertise will enrich the communities we serve.

    Compensation Details

    $700K–$850K

    Our compensation package can include: * Competitive base salary plus worked relative value unit (wRVU) production bonus * Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance * Paid time off and retirement plan * Comprehensive health and well-being benefits * Student loan repayment assistance * Early-commitment residency stipend * Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance and days * Paid professional liability and malpractice coverage * Marketing and practice growth assistance

    Posted April 13, 2026