PA / Orthopedics / New Mexico / Locum or Permanent / Physician Assistant - Orthopedics Job
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Description
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Work Type:
Full Time Recruiter Contact: xxxxxxxxxxx* Make a Meaningful Impact with CHRISTUS Health –
Join one of the largest and most respected multispecialty groups—CHRISTUS Health—as we seek an Orthopedic Physician Assistant to join a busy general orthopedic practice in Alamogordo, New Mexico. This is an opportunity to work in a mission-driven, faith-based organization that values collaboration, clinical excellence, and community-focused care, while supporting both outpatient clinic and surgical services alongside a dedicated orthopedic team.
Evaluate and manage orthopedic patients in the outpatient clinic, including new consultations, follow-ups, and post-operative care First assist in major and minor orthopedic surgical procedures Perform casting and splinting, fracture alignment, hematoma blocks, and intra-articular injections (training provided as needed) Interpret x-rays and assist with treatment planning Conduct post-operative rounds and coordinate ongoing patient care Collaborate closely with orthopedic surgeons, APCs, and clinical staff to optimize patient outcomes
Practice Details & Schedule:
Setting: Outpatient clinic and surgical cases Staffing: 4 Orthopedic Surgeons, 2 APCs Clinic Volume: Approximately 20–25 patients per day Clinic Hours: Tuesday, Thursday, Friday – 8:00 AM–5:00 PM OR Schedule: Monday & Wednesday – scheduled surgical cases On-Call: Shared call, 1 weekend every 3 weeks
Active New Mexico Physician Assistant license (required) Prior orthopedic or surgical experience preferred Willingness to learn and train in procedures as needed Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team-based environment
Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance Malpractice insurance with tail coverage CME allowance Physician-led organization Faith-based, mission-driven culture
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| Employer: |
CHRISTUS Health
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| Post Date: |
May 29, 2026 |
| Profession: |
Advanced Practitioner |
| Job Type: |
PA |
| Specialty: |
None |
| Location: |
New Mexico - Alamogordo |
| Job Reference: |
32042104 |
| Contact Details: |
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