Community Health Systems

Orthopedic Surgery Opportunity in the Southwest's Hidden Gem - Carlsbad, NM

Carlsbad, NM

full-time
Inpatient and outpatient

Carlsbad Medical Center located in Carlsbad; NM is seeking a BE/BC Orthopedic Surgeon:

  • Employed position with a local single-specialty group
  • Procedures: generalist, total joints, trauma, and hand
  • 24/7 Anesthesia coverage available by MD or CRNA
  • Office Space Available - On Campus Office convenient to Hospital
  • Staff of trained RNs and Surgical Technicians
  • 6 operating rooms, 2 procedure rooms
  • Office space available
  • J1 visa assistance available

Comprehensive Recruitment Package MAY Include:

  • Commencement Bonus
  • Competitive Salary
  • Production Incentive Bonus
  • CME Allowance
  • Relocation Assistance
  • Medical Education Debt Assistance

Carlsbad Medical Center is the only full-service, 99 bed community-oriented hospital in Carlsbad, NM.

  • Situated in the Chihuahuan Desert on the Pecos River
  • Mild winters, affordable cost of living and a thriving industry
  • Family-friendly community with great schools, numerous parks and community events
  • Recreational opportunities include fishing, water sports, hiking, golfing and rock climbing
  • Home to Carlsbad Caverns National Park
  • Within 3 hours of major metropolitan cities
  • Close proximity to a domestic and international airport

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 14 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, and Pennsylvania to Arizona, 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.

Location Insights

  • A

    Access to Parks

  • B+

    Access to Outdoor Activities

  • B+

    Commute

  • B

    Overall

  • B-

    Access to Restaurants

  • B-

    Cost of Living

  • Total Population

    31,755

  • Median Rent

    $1,143

  • Median Home Value

    $172,500

  • Median Income

    $77,209

Posted September 24, 2025