Transplant Surgery Job at LifePoint Health in Las Cruces, NM

Job ID: 1377750

Employer Job ID: 7741

Physician | Transplant Surgery Job | Las Cruces, NM 88011

Advance Cardiac Care as a Heart Failure Specialist in Las Cruces, NM

Memorial Medical Center

part of LifePoint Health

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Job Description

Make a meaningful impact in a region that truly needs your expertise.

Memorial Medical Center in Las Cruces, New Mexico, is seeking a Heart Failure Cardiologist to lead the development of a specialized care program for patients with congestive heart failure. This is a focused, high-impact role with no transplant responsibilities, offering a unique chance to shape the future of advanced cardiac care in Southern New Mexico.

You’ll serve as the region’s only Heart Failure Cardiologist, collaborating with a supportive team to deliver comprehensive, evidence-based care to a growing patient population.

Position Highlights

Specialized Focus: Manage HFrEF, HFpEF, cardiomyopathies, and pulmonary hypertension with dedicated heart failure care—no transplant responsibilities.
Leadership Role: Develop and grow a vital service line in an underserved community, backed by strong hospital and administrative support.
Collaborative Environment: Work alongside general and interventional cardiologists, case managers, nurses, pharmacists, and dietitians in a team-based model.
Work-Life Balance: Outpatient-focused schedule—Monday–Thursday, 8 am–5 pm; Friday, 8 am–4 pm—with light 1:7 general cardiology call rotation.
Modern Tools: Access to advanced diagnostic and therapeutic technologies to support personalized, high-quality care.

Candidate Qualifications

MD or DO; completion of a cardiology fellowship
Additional fellowship training or board certification in Advanced Heart Failure preferred
Strong clinical judgment and a commitment to patient-centered care
Eligibility for licensure in the state of New Mexico

Preferred:

Experience in cardiac imaging (MRI, echo)
Interest in clinical research or trials
Familiarity with latest heart failure therapies and treatment guidelines

Why Las Cruces?

Set against the backdrop of the Organ Mountains and the Mesilla Valley, Las Cruces is a vibrant, welcoming community that blends natural beauty with modern convenience.

Outdoor Recreation: Easy access to hiking, biking, White Sands National Park, and the Rio Grande
Community Lifestyle: Safe neighborhoods, excellent schools, and a strong sense of local pride
Regional Access: Just an hour from El Paso, TX, for big-city amenities, international airport, and cultural experiences

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive base salary with wRVU-based incentives
Full suite of health, dental, vision, and retirement benefits
Relocation assistance and potential student loan repayment
Paid malpractice with tail coverage
CME allowance and robust professional development support

Join Us

This is more than a career move—it’s an opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of patients while enjoying a fulfilling lifestyle in a scenic Southwestern community.

Memorial Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, celebrating 25 years of commitment to improving community health across the country. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.