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Posted 20 July, 2026

Addiction, Adult Psychiatrist | Addiction & SUD Focus | $ Competitive Compensation + Bonus | Flexibl

Universal Health Services
Las Cruces, NM, US Full Time

Job Description

Opportunity Details:

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Adult Psychiatrist | Addiction Medicine & Substance Use Disorders

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Mesilla Valley Hospital | Las Cruces, New Mexico

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Looking for a position that offers a strong work-life balance, a collaborative team, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in addiction treatment?

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Mesilla Valley Hospital is seeking an Adult Addictions/SUD Psychiatrist to join our inpatient behavioral health team, providing care for adults with psychiatric and co-occurring substance use disorders.

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Position Highlights

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  • Focus: Adult inpatient Psychiatry, Addiction & SUD treatment.
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  • Schedule: Monday Friday schedule with daytime hours only.
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  • Flexible daily workflow with the ability to leave after patient-care responsibilities are completed.
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  • Caseload average: 13-15 patient encounters per day.
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  • Call coverage: Once per week (phone only).
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  • Weekends: Optional paid weekend coverage available.
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  • Lead and collaborate with an experienced multidisciplinary treatment team.
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  • Teaching opportunities with residents, fellows, and medical students through Texas Tech El Paso.
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  • Employed or 1099 Independent Contractor options.
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  • Leadership opportunity: Service line directorship available.
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Compensation & Benefits

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  • Negotiable base salary range from $350,000-$390,000.
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  • Weekends and evening call shifts paid.
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  • Additional earnings potential via Productivity Bonus.
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  • Sign-on bonus
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  • Relocation assistance
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  • 26 days PTO annually
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  • CME package
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  • Student loan assistance available
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  • 401(k) with company match
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  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
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  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
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Qualifications

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  • MD or DO degree from an accredited and recognized medical school.
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  • BE or BC General Psychiatry (required).
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  • BE or BC Addiction Psychiatry (preferred).
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  • New Mexico license or ability to obtain licensure.
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Why Las Cruces?

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Enjoy 300+ days of sunshine, breathtaking mountain views, a low cost of living, and easy access to outdoor recreation all while practicing in a physician-friendly environment with strong administrative support.

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Mesilla Valley Hospital is proud to be owned and operated by a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS), the nation's largest facilities-based behavioral health provider.

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Ready to Take the Next Step?

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Contact me to learn more about this exciting opportunity!

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Daniel Wilson
\n In-House Physician Recruiter
\n Universal Health Services

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(615) 554-0073 [Call or Text]
[email protected]

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