Neonatology Opening in Las Cruces, NM
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## Neonatologist | Las Cruces, NM Southern New Mexico — Organ Mountains & White Sands Country Salary Range: $325,000–$375,000 ## Position Details * Full-time, permanent position * Flexible scheduling including 24-hour shift bundles * Setting: Inpatient — 16-bed Level III NICU and newborn nursery; 24/7 in-house coverage with NNP support * Start date: ASAP once licensed and credentialed ## Practice Overview Seeking a BC/BE Neonatologist to join a collaborative 2-neonatologist model in a supportive, physician-led environment: * Attend deliveries and manage day-to-day NICU and newborn nursery patients * Collaborate during multidisciplinary rounds * Ventilator management, lab review, family consults, and more * Advanced treatments including HFOV, HFJV, inhaled nitric oxide, and therapeutic hypothermia * Strong interdisciplinary support and resources * Growth and leadership opportunities * Ongoing professional development and CME opportunities ## Compensation & Benefits * Salary range: $325,000–$375,000 annually * Full health benefits * PTO * Student loan repayment * Relocation support * Tail coverage * Competitive benefits in a supportive, physician-led culture ## Required Qualifications * MD or DO — Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine * New Mexico medical license or willingness to obtain ## About the Community – Las Cruces, New Mexico * Vibrant desert city where desert beauty meets small-town charm, set against the Organ Mountains * Sunny weather, scenic trails, and a lively arts and food scene * Affordable, family-friendly community with an exceptional quality of life * 45 miles to El Paso, TX, 30 miles to White Sands National Park, and 225 miles to Albuquerque * New Mexico State University adds a dynamic academic presence * Rich Southwestern culture with diverse dining, festivals, and community events * Year-round outdoor recreation including hiking, cycling, and exploring the Chihuahuan Desert