Locum Tenens Physician - Family Practice Needed in New Mexico

Physician - Family Practice

  • ID: 221238A
  • Updated October 12th, 2026
Provider Type Physician
Specialty Family Practice
Job Type Locum Tenens
State New Mexico
Practice Setting Outpatient Clinic
Start Date 12/14/2026

We are seeking a dedicated Family Practice Physician for our client in New Mexico. This 120-day assignment involves working Monday–Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, providing comprehensive outpatient primary and urgent care. The role includes diagnosis, treatment planning, and managing acute and chronic conditions, with an emphasis on culturally sensitive care for Native American and Alaska Native communities.

Responsibilities and Duties

  • Provide full-spectrum Family Medicine in an outpatient clinic and urgent care setting.
  • Perform history and physicals, diagnose conditions, and create treatment plans.
  • Order and interpret laboratory tests and imaging studies.
  • Manage acute and chronic medical conditions.
  • Admit patients and coordinate higher level care, including managing an average inpatient census of 5–15.
  • Offer emergency care support within a 24/7 facility.
  • Deliver culturally sensitive care to Native American and Alaska Native communities, including Zuni Tribe and Navajo Nation patients.

Additional Information

  • Board Certification: Family Medicine required
  • Other Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS), Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)
  • EMR: RPMS
  • Setting: Outpatient Clinic
  • Call Schedule: Clinic and Call
  • Patients Per Day: 17-20
  • LOA: 120 Days
  • Staffing Mix: Full support staff provided, never the sole provider

Benefits

  • Strong compensation
  • Travel-related expenses covered
  • A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
  • Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

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