Physician / Family Practice / New Mexico / Locum tenens / Locums FM-Urgent Care Job in New Mexico Job - Hayman Daugherty Associates, Inc

We are seeking a Family Medicine physician for a locum tenens position near Albuquerque, NM. This role offers a unique chance to serve in a rural primary health clinic with a variety of responsibilities. The position is available immediately and will continue on an ongoing basis.

• Specialty: Family Medicine - Urgent Care
• Location: Near Albuquerque, NM
• Start Date: ASAP
• End Date: Ongoing
• Coverage Type: Scheduled Clinical Hours Only
• Practice Setting: Outpatient
• EMR System: NextGen
• Job ID: j-242884

• Outpatient Care:

  • Provide primary and urgent care services to patients of all ages.
  • Perform procedures such as toenail removal, ear lavage, cryotherapy for warts, lesions, and skin tag removal.
  • Manage minor urgent care needs including sutures and wound care.

• Clinic Coverage:

  • Work at two clinic locations: Quemado (2 days a week) and Reserve (3 days a week).
  • Utilize provided clinic vehicles for travel between locations.
  • Operate as a solo provider in a rural clinic setting.

• Patient Volume:

  • Manage approximately 10-12 patients per shift.
  • No rounding responsibilities.

• Board Certification: Must be Board-Certified or Board-Eligible in Family Medicine.
• Licensing: Must hold an active medical license in New Mexico.
• Certifications Required:
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification is mandatory.
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification is required.
• Fellowship: Not required.
• Hospital Privileges: Not necessary.
• Temporary Privileges: Not available.
• Estimated Credentialing Timeframe: 60 days.

• Clinic Environment:

  • The clinic operates from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday.
  • No on-call hours or admitting privileges required.
  • All higher-level care patients are transported by local EMS.

• Additional Duties:

  • Perform and document procedures using NextGen EHR system.
  • Provide a limited number of injections, such as Rocephin, when only the Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) is present.
  • Obtain certification for performing CDL physicals if not already certified.

This position is ideal for a Family Medicine physician who is comfortable working independently and ready to contribute to a critical healthcare resource in a rural setting. If you meet the qualifications and are interested in this opportunity, please apply.