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 fellowshipAdditional fellowship training or board certification in Advanced Heart Failure preferredStrong clinical judgment and a commitment to patient-centered careEligibility for licensure in the state of New MexicoPreferred :
Experience in cardiac imaging (MRI, echo)Interest in clinical research or trialsFamiliarity with latest heart failure therapies and treatment guidelinesWhy 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 GrandeCommunity Lifestyle : Safe neighborhoods, excellent schools, and a strong sense of local prideRegional Access : Just an hour from El Paso, TX, for big-city amenities, international airport, and cultural experiencesCompensation & Benefits
Competitive base salary with wRVU-based incentivesFull suite of health, dental, vision, and retirement benefitsRelocation assistance and potential student loan repaymentPaid malpractice with tail coverageCME allowance and robust professional development supportJoin 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.