Physician / Family Practice / New Mexico / Locum tenens / Locums FM-Urgent Care

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: 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. 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. 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: 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. 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. HDAJOBS MDSTAFF