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

Discover Life in Carlsbad, New Mexico

Carlsbad offers a quality of life that is hard to match—perfect for physicians seeking a safe, friendly, and active community:

• Located along the scenic Pecos River in the beautiful Chihuahuan Desert
• Mild winters and an affordable cost of living
• Family-oriented community with excellent schools, parks, and frequent community events
• Endless outdoor recreation: fishing, water sports, hiking, golfing, rock climbing, and more
• Home to the world-famous Carlsbad Caverns National Park
• Only 3 hours from major metropolitan cities and near both domestic and international airports.

If you’re looking for a rewarding pediatric position where you can make a meaningful difference while enjoying a relaxed lifestyle and strong work–life balance, Carlsbad is the perfect place to call home.

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.