Dentist - Carrizozo, NM - Presbyterian Healthcare Services

Dentist, Carrizozo, New Mexico

Presbyterian is a great place to practice medicine and provide safe, high-quality care. It’s not just what we do that matters. It’s how we do it. How we do things here makes all the difference.

Presbyterian Medical Group seeks a BE/BC Dentist to join our established practice in Carrizozo, NM. We’re all about well-being, starting with yours.  We offer a nationally competitive salary with relocation allowance available, CME allowance and fully paid malpractice insurance.

Practice Highlights

• Patient volume: 8-10 plus hygiene checks
• Support staff: 1 dental assistant
• No Call Requirement
• Any special procedures: Operating room dentistry available if candidate has had GPR/AEGD residency with operating room experience
• Systemwide EPIC electronic medical record system with dedicated onsite support

What We’re Seeking:

• Must be BC/BE in Dentistry
• Outstanding patient care qualities, highly motivated with an interest to grow their practice
• Patient-focused, collaborative and team oriented
• Ability to obtain a medical license to practice in the state of New Mexico

We offer all employees a robust, day one effective benefits plan consisting of medical, dental, and vision and more. Exceptional retirement plans – 403b retirement savings program with both matching programs and employer contributions.

About Presbyterian Healthcare Services:

Presbyterian Healthcare Services exists to improve the health of patients, members and the communities we serve. We are a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state’s largest private employer with nearly 13,000 employees – including 1,200 providers and 3,500 nurses.

Our health plan serves more than 640,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans.

Why Carrizozo:

Nestled in the picturesque Tularosa Basin, Carrizozo, New Mexico, offers a unique blend of small-town charm and natural beauty, making it an ideal place to live and work.

Carrizozo boasts a rich history, stunning landscapes, and a slower pace of life that allows for a deeper connection with your patients and surroundings. The area offers affordable living, a safe environment, and easy access to outdoor activities like hiking, biking, and exploring nearby White Sands National Park, Carrizozo is not just a place to work; it’s a place to thrive where your expertise and dedication can truly make a difference in the lives of those you serve.

Carrizozo is centrally located within driving distance of several popular tourist attractions in New Mexico:

1. White Sands National Park (1 hour) - Known for its vast, wave-like dunes of gypsum sand, this park offers unique landscapes for hiking, sledding, and photography.
2. Lincoln Historic Site (30 minutes) - A preserved 19th-century town famous for its role in the Lincoln County War and connections to Billy the Kid.
3. Valley of Fires Recreation Area (15 minutes) - Home to one of the youngest lava flows in the continental U.S., offering trails and stunning views of the rugged volcanic landscape.
4. Three Rivers Petroglyph Site (45 minutes) - Features over 21,000 ancient petroglyphs etched into rocks by Native Americans, providing insight into the region’s rich cultural history.
5. Ruidoso (1 hour) - A popular mountain resort town offering skiing, hiking, and the Ruidoso Downs Race Track.

These nearby attractions make Carrizozo an appealing place to live for those who appreciate both the quiet of rural life and easy access to outdoor adventure and cultural experiences.

To learn more about Presbyterian or to apply, contact Tammy Duran at tduran2@phs.org or (505) 923-5567.  

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