Locum Tenens Family Medicine - Urgent Care Opportunity Near Albuquerque, NM (Job ID: j-242884)

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.

Position Overview:

• 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

Responsibilities:

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  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.
  
  
  
  


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  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.
  
  
  
  


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  Patient Volume:

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

Qualifications:

• 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.

Additional Details:

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  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.
  
  
  
  


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  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.