Job · #792046
Geriatric Outpatient Clinic Physician
White Sands, NM
Actively hiringPosted 25th Jul, 2026
At a glance
Job typeLocum Tenens
SchedulePhone call 1 week/month
SpecialtyGeriatric Medicine
ProfessionFamily Medicine Physician
Quick summary
AI summary
Locum Family Medicine physician role at a nursing home-based outpatient clinic in New Mexico, focused on geriatric primary care for a steady weekday schedule.
Highlights
- Mon–Fri, 8a–5p
- Phone call 1 week/month
- 4–10 patients per day
Description
This Job at a Glance
This nursing home facility provides outpatient and clinic-based primary care services to a geriatric patient population in New Mexico. The facility maintains on-site support staff, including a psychiatrist, nurse practitioner, physical medicine physician, and unit managers, to support coordinated daily clinical operations. Clinical workflows are structured to facilitate consistent and quality care delivery across all service areas.
About the Facility Location
New Mexico offers a range of attractions suited to varied interests, including natural landmarks such as White Sands National Park, Carlsbad Caverns National Park, and Bandelier National Monument. Cultural experiences, including art tours and visits to historic Pueblo cliff dwellings, complement the state's distinct culinary identity rooted in Southwest flavors. Outdoor enthusiasts will find opportunities for hot air balloon rides, skiing, hiking, and scenic tram rides throughout the region.
About the Clinician's Workday
Clinicians will provide primary care services to a geriatric patient population at an outpatient and clinic nursing home facility in New Mexico, working Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The expected caseload is 4-10 patients per day, with approximately 90% of time dedicated to direct clinical care and 10% to administrative responsibilities, which may include participation in morning meetings. Call coverage is required approximately once per month and is conducted entirely by phone, with no requirement to return to the facility. Board certification is preferred; board eligibility is accepted. DEA registration, BLS, and prescriptive authority are required.
Additional Job Details
Our services are 100% free for clinicians and are designed for a seamless experience with every assignment:
- Job Reference Id: ORD-217795-MD-NM
- Title: MD
- Dates Needed: ASAP for 3-6 months
- Shift Type: Day Shift
- Assignment Type: Outpatient; Clinic
- Call Required: Yes
- Board Certification Required: Negotiable
- Job Duration: Locums
This nursing home facility provides outpatient and clinic-based primary care services to a geriatric patient population in New Mexico. The facility maintains on-site support staff, including a psychiatrist, nurse practitioner, physical medicine physician, and unit managers, to support coordinated daily clinical operations. Clinical workflows are structured to facilitate consistent and quality care delivery across all service areas.
About the Facility Location
New Mexico offers a range of attractions suited to varied interests, including natural landmarks such as White Sands National Park, Carlsbad Caverns National Park, and Bandelier National Monument. Cultural experiences, including art tours and visits to historic Pueblo cliff dwellings, complement the state's distinct culinary identity rooted in Southwest flavors. Outdoor enthusiasts will find opportunities for hot air balloon rides, skiing, hiking, and scenic tram rides throughout the region.
About the Clinician's Workday
Clinicians will provide primary care services to a geriatric patient population at an outpatient and clinic nursing home facility in New Mexico, working Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The expected caseload is 4-10 patients per day, with approximately 90% of time dedicated to direct clinical care and 10% to administrative responsibilities, which may include participation in morning meetings. Call coverage is required approximately once per month and is conducted entirely by phone, with no requirement to return to the facility. Board certification is preferred; board eligibility is accepted. DEA registration, BLS, and prescriptive authority are required.
Additional Job Details
- Case Load/PPD: 4-10
- Patient Population: Geriatric
- Call Ratio/Schedule: 1 week/ month
- Location Type: On-Site
- Prescriptive Authority Required: Yes
- Government: No
Our services are 100% free for clinicians and are designed for a seamless experience with every assignment:
- Precision job matching with proprietary algorithm
- Rapid credentialing with Axuall Digital Wallet
- Concierge support with a dedicated clinician deployment specialist
- Digital hub for assignment details
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