Salary Not Available Position range in Las Cruces MSA $69k - $98k Per Year Critical Care Medical Director | 2026 Becker's Top 150 Places To Work In Healthcare! Sound Physicians

Occupation:

Critical Care Nurses

Location:

Las Cruces, NM - 88011

Job Type:

Full Time (30 Hours or More)

Posted:

07/29/2026 Positions available: 1

Source:

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Web Site:

www.practicelink.com Job #: 1507778 Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Opens a new window. Work Onsite Full Time Schedule Full Time Job Description Help for Partial Job Description. Opens a new window. Lead our Critical Care team as the Program Medical Director in Las Cruces, New Mexico at Memorial Medical Center We believe in bringing "better" to our local community in Las Cruces, New Mexico—better care, better collaboration, and a deep commitment to the people we serve. If you're looking for a role that supports your professional growth and your connection to a vibrant community, we'd love to talk.

Local Team Collaboration:

• Be a part of building and leading a cohesive team at Memorial Regional Medical Center.
• Lead our Intensivist program at Memorial Medical Center.

The Program Medical Director will lead a team of intensivists and critical care advanced practitioners.

Qualifications:

• Physicians must be board-certified in Critical Care medicine. An active New Mexico license is preferred.
• Must have a minimum of 3 years of post-fellowship critical care experience.
• Prior leadership experience a plus, but not required.
• A commitment to excellence in clinical service, with strong problem-solving abilities essential for the ICU setting.
• Authorized to work in the United States.

Scheduling:

• 12-hour on-site day shift.
• Nights covered by the in-house APP with tele.
• The Program Medical Director works 12 clinical shifts per month plus administrative duties.

The director can work more clinically if desired.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide care to patients in the 32-bed ICU in conjunction with the CT surgeon for co-management and hospitalists for downgraded patients in the unit. ADC estimated 7-10 during the Summer and 10-14 during the Winter. Tele-Critical Care support is provided during surge periods.
• Ability to perform all technical skills in the critical care setting.
• Ability to cite experience working collaboratively within the ICU with all team members and across the hospital.

Living and Working in

Las Cruces:

Las Cruces, New Mexico, offers the best of southern New Mexico in a beautiful city bordered by the majestic Organ Mountains and the vast Chihuahuan Desert. The city of Las Cruces features new and old-world charm, steeped in historical roots from Native American, Spanish, and Old West influences. Las Cruces is a welcoming, multicultural community offering all the modern conveniences of a larger city without the inflated cost and congestion. The cost of living in Las Cruces is lower than the national average, offering attractive homes in beautiful neighborhoods. Las Cruces is an excellent place to raise a family, with highly ranked schools and a welcoming environment. Home to New Mexico State University, Las Cruces offers educational opportunities for students of all ages. Outdoor recreational opportunities abound both in the city via numerous paved and multi-use trails, parks, and golf courses, or a short drive just outside of the city to the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument. A thriving arts and music scene and booming food hub round out a few of the many advantages Las Cruces has to offer.

Compensation:

• You will receive a competitive shift-based compensation package plus a director stipend.
• $75k commencement bonus with 2-year commitment Cathy Harbert, Director, Clinical Recruitment | | Cathy Harbert Director, Critical Care