Physician Assistant - Orthopedics
Physician Assistant - Orthopedics at CHRISTUS Health — Alamogordo, New Mexico, US
- Company: CHRISTUS Health
- Location: Alamogordo, New Mexico, US
- Employment type: FULL_TIME
- Posted: 2026-06-19
About this role
Description
Work Type:
Full Time
Recruiter Contact: reeve.delmas@christushealth.org
Make a Meaningful Impact with CHRISTUS Health -
Join one of the largest and most respected multispecialty groupsCHRISTUS Healthas we seek an Orthopedic Physician Assistant to join a busy general orthopedic practice in Alamogordo, New Mexico. This is an opportunity to work in a mission-driven, faith-based organization that values collaboration, clinical excellence, and community-focused care, while supporting both outpatient clinic and surgical services alongside a dedicated orthopedic team.
Responsibilities:
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Evaluate and manage orthopedic patients in the outpatient clinic, including new consultations, follow-ups, and post-operative care
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First assist in major and minor orthopedic surgical procedures
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Perform casting and splinting, fracture alignment, hematoma blocks, and intra-articular injections (training provided as needed)
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Interpret x-rays and assist with treatment planning
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Conduct post-operative rounds and coordinate ongoing patient care
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Collaborate closely with orthopedic surgeons, APCs, and clinical staff to optimize patient outcomes
Practice Details & Schedule:
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Setting: Outpatient clinic and surgical cases
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Staffing: 4 Orthopedic Surgeons, 2 APCs
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Clinic Volume: Approximately 20-25 patients per day
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Clinic Hours: Tuesday, Thursday, Friday - 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
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OR Schedule: Monday & Wednesday - scheduled surgical cases
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On-Call: Shared call, 1 weekend every 3 weeks
Requirements:
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Active New Mexico Physician Assistant license (required)
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Prior orthopedic or surgical experience preferred
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Willingness to learn and train in procedures as needed
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Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team-based environment
Compensation & Benefits
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Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package
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Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance
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Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
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CME allowance
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Physician-led organization
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Faith-based, mission-driven culture