Family Medicine Physician Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Outpatient Facility in Mescalero, NM

Job description

About the facility

This Indian Health Services facility provides comprehensive primary care services to the community with established protocols for routine medical care. The facility operates during standard business hours and serves patients of all ages requiring both preventive care and management of various medical conditions.

About the facility location

Mescalero offers visitors outdoor recreation opportunities including fishing, zip-lining, golf, and scenic trail exploration around Grindstone Lake and the Sacramento Mountains area. The area features gaming facilities at the Inn Of The Mountain Gods Resort And Casino, along with water activities such as kayaking and paddle boating on Lake Mescalero. Cultural attractions include the Mescalero Apache Cultural Center and Museum, providing insight into the local Apache heritage and history.

About the clinician's workday

Clinicians will provide comprehensive family medicine services Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, managing approximately 20-30 patients daily including both scheduled appointments and walk-in patients of all ages. Clinical responsibilities include conducting patient evaluations, delivering standard primary care services, and managing diverse medical conditions while maintaining accurate documentation. The position requires board certification negotiable status with no call requirements and involves working within the Indian Health Services framework.

Additional job details

• Case load/PPD: 20-30
• Support staff: typical support staff
• Patient population: All Ages
• Location type: On-Site
• Prescriptive authority required: Yes
• Government: Yes

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