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.
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