Locum Physician (MD/DO) - Nuclear Medicine in New Mexico

Doctor of Medicine | Nuclear Medicine
Location: New Mexico
Employer: Barton Associates
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

LocumJobsOnline is working with Barton Associates to find a qualified Nuclear Medicine MD in New Mexico!

We are seeking a Nuclear Medicine Physician for an exciting 120-day locum tenens assignment in New Mexico, starting Jul 6, 2026. The schedule involves consistent daytime hours, typically 8a-5p, with no evening or overnight shifts. This role provides opportunities to engage in various radiology subspecialties, contribute to multidisciplinary conferences, teach, mentor, and participate in research, all while providing comprehensive nuclear medicine imaging services.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Work within a collaborative academic environment alongside nationally recognized nuclear medicine radiologists and medical physicists.
• Provide comprehensive nuclear medicine imaging services, including PET/CT (Rb-82 cardiac PET, Ga-68/Cu-64 DOTATATE PET, F-18 PSMA PET).
• Perform Theranostics, including Lu-177 PRRT, Pluvicto®, and I-131 therapies for thyroid cancer.
• Deliver general adult and pediatric nuclear medicine (diagnostic and therapeutic) services, including PET/CT, SPECT/CT, and nuclear cardiology.
• Participate in other radiology subspecialties as interest or training dictates.
• Contribute to multidisciplinary conferences and tumor boards.
• Teach and mentor residents and fellows.
• Engage in research activities, leveraging 7T PET/MRI facilities and dedicated research staff.
• Participate in a wellness-driven, academic culture that supports work-life balance.

Additional Information

• Board Certifications: Diagnostic Radiology; Diagnostic Radiology with Special Competence in Nuclear Radiology; Nuclear Medicine; Nuclear Radiology
• EMR: Cerner

Benefits

• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

What are Locum Tenens Jobs?

Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension.

Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.

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About Barton Associates

The Locum Tenens Experts

Barton Associates is a leading national locum tenens physician, physician assistant, dentist, CRNA, and nurse practitioner staffing company. Whether you need long term support for your practice, short term vacation coverage, immediate coverage due to an unplanned absence or resignation, or anything in between, our locum tenens experts are here to help.

The Best Talent in the Industry

• Our experienced recruiting team conducts thorough interviews and reference checks to ensure that we have the best network of locum tenens physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners in the industry – ready to go when you are.

Maximize Patient Access And Revenue

• Locum tenens staffing through Barton Associates is an effective way for your organization to optimize patient access, ensure continuity of care, and maximize revenue generation.

Flexible Solutions Your Organization Needs To Thrive

• Whether you need long term coverage for your practice, short term vacation coverage, or anything in between – you can trust Barton Associates to provide the flexible staffi­ng solutions your organization needs to thrive.

A Proactive Approach

• We recruit new locums every day, actively help our physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners obtain new licenses so they’re ready to work in your state at a moment’s notice. We can also help your organization credential locums in advance of a specific need – greatly improving your ability to react to unforeseen­ staffing challenges.

Fast, Easy, Efficient Hiring Process

• From securing the perfect candidate to credentialing and travel-related issues, our experts handle the entire locum tenens staffing process for you – so you can focus on your practice. Just let us know what you need and we’ll take care of the rest!

Medical Malpractice Insurance Provided

• Many agencies charge additional separate fees for medical malpractice coverage. Barton Associates provides ‘A’ rated medical malpractice insurance for our locum tenens providers on assignment at no additional charge.

Industry Leading Support

• When you work with Barton, you’re supported by an entire team of experts; including recruiters, account managers, licensing and credentialing specialists,travel coordinators, and others with one goal — to make the process as fast, easy, and efficient as possible.

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