Surgery (General) | Physician

Locum Tenens General Surgeon Job – Las Cruces, New Mexico | Level 3 Trauma Facility

Busy locum tenens General Surgery job in Las Cruces, New Mexico with a high-volume Level 3 trauma facility. Join a collaborative surgical team and provide meaningful care to a diverse adult patient population in Southern New Mexico.

Job Details

• Employment Type: Locum tenens
• Specialty: General Surgery
• Location: Las Cruces, New Mexico
• Start Date: July 13, 2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $9,030 - $10,690
• Healthcare Setting: Level 3 trauma facility
• Patient Volume: Approximately 7-10 patient encounters per shift
• Credentialing Timeline: Approximately 30 days

General Surgery Job Requirements

• Board certified in General Surgery
• At least 1 year of general surgery experience required
• Current ACLS and BLS certifications required
• Experience with adult general surgery cases required
• Trauma surgery experience required
• Comfort performing laparoscopic surgery, appendectomy, and cholecystectomy
• Ability to manage ventilation, chest tube insertion, and central line insertion
• Experience with GI endoscopy preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide general surgery coverage in a high-acuity clinical setting
• Evaluate and treat adult patients with a range of surgical needs
• Perform operative and procedural general surgery services
• Respond to trauma-related surgical cases as needed
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and the care team to ensure safe, timely, and effective patient care
• Maintain thorough documentation and support continuity of care across the department

Why This Locum Tenens Surgery Opportunity?

• High-demand general surgeon job in New Mexico healthcare
• Competitive weekly pay
• Supportive team environment in a busy hospital setting
• Opportunity to work in a scenic Southern New Mexico community near outdoor recreation, mountain views, and desert landscapes

Apply now to join this rewarding locum tenens general surgery job in Las Cruces, New Mexico and make an impact in a dynamic trauma care environment.

Benefits

GHR Healthcare offers 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision to Employees. Company paid malpractice is available for 1099 Contractors. Weekly Direct Deposit is a standard benefit for both employees and contractors.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.