Psychiatry Physician
Las Cruces, NM Full-time Psychiatrist
At a glance
Psychiatrist role at Universal Health Services (UHS). Las Cruces, NM · full-time · $350,000–$390,000 a year.
SalaryStated by Universal Health Services (UHS)
$350,000 – $390,000
Pay for this role, in USD per year, as stated in the listing.
RolePsychiatrist
LocationLas Cruces, NM
EmploymentFull-time
Pay$350,000–$390,000
PostedOct 7, 2026 · 2w ago
Role brief
physicianroles summary, based on the employer's listing.
What you'll do
- Treat adults receiving inpatient psychiatric care for addiction and co-occurring substance use disorders
- Complete an average of 13-15 patient encounters each day, with flexibility to finish after care duties are done
- Provide phone-only call coverage once per week, with optional paid weekend coverage available
- Work with a multidisciplinary treatment team and teach residents, fellows and medical students through Texas Tech El Paso
- Take on the service line directorship if you pursue the available leadership opportunity
What you bring
- You hold an MD or DO from an accredited, recognized medical school
- You are board eligible or board certified in General Psychiatry
- You hold a New Mexico license or can obtain one
Who this fits
This role suits an adult psychiatrist focused on inpatient addiction and substance use treatment who wants a weekday daytime schedule. Call is phone-only once per week; weekend coverage is optional and paid. You can join as an employee or 1099 independent contractor, with a service line directorship available.
From the employer
Adult Psychiatrist Addiction Medicine & Substance Use Disorders Mesilla Valley Hospital Las Cruces, New Mexico Looking for a position that offers a strong work-life balance, a collaborative team, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in addiction treatment?
Mesilla Valley Hospital is seeking an Adult Addictions/SUD Psychiatrist to join our inpatient behavioral health team, providing care for adults with psychiatric and co-occurring substance use disorders.
Position Highlights
Enjoy 300+ days of sunshine, breathtaking mountain views, a low cost of living, and easy access to outdoor recreation all while practicing in a physician-friendly environment with strong administrative support.
Mesilla Valley Hospital is proud to be owned and operated by a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS), the nation's largest facilities-based behavioral health provider.
Ready to Take the Next Step? Contact me to learn more about this exciting opportunity!
Daniel Wilson
In-House Physician Recruiter
Mesilla Valley Hospital
Subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc.
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Mesilla Valley Hospital is seeking an Adult Addictions/SUD Psychiatrist to join our inpatient behavioral health team, providing care for adults with psychiatric and co-occurring substance use disorders.
Position Highlights
- Focus: Adult inpatient Psychiatry, Addiction & SUD treatment.
- Schedule: Monday-Friday schedule with daytime hours only.
- Flexible daily workflow with the ability to leave after patient-care responsibilities are completed.
- Caseload average: 13-15 patient encounters per day.
- Call coverage: Once per week (phone only).
- Weekends: Optional paid weekend coverage available.
- Lead and collaborate with an experienced multidisciplinary treatment team.
- Teaching opportunities with residents, fellows, and medical students through Texas Tech El Paso.
- Employed or 1099 Independent Contractor options.
- Leadership opportunity: Service line directorship available.
- Negotiable base salary range from $350,000-$390,000.
- Weekends and evening call shifts paid.
- Additional earnings potential via Productivity Bonus.
- Sign-on bonus
- Relocation assistance
- 26 days PTO annually
- CME package
- Student loan assistance available
- 401(k) with company match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- MD or DO degree from an accredited and recognized medical school.
- BE or BC General Psychiatry (required).
- BE or BC Addiction Psychiatry (preferred).
- New Mexico license or ability to obtain licensure.
Enjoy 300+ days of sunshine, breathtaking mountain views, a low cost of living, and easy access to outdoor recreation all while practicing in a physician-friendly environment with strong administrative support.
Mesilla Valley Hospital is proud to be owned and operated by a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS), the nation's largest facilities-based behavioral health provider.
Ready to Take the Next Step? Contact me to learn more about this exciting opportunity!
Daniel Wilson
In-House Physician Recruiter
Mesilla Valley Hospital
Subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc.
Call or Text