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Critical Care Program Medical Director
Las Cruces New Mexico
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Expertise. Leadership. Lifesaving Impact.
In critical care clinical leadership and precision are paramount. Our physician teams-comprised of board-certified intensivists-deliver high-acuity care through both on-site and Tele-ICU programs ensuring timely evidence-based interventions for the most vulnerable patients. We lead with humility collaboration and a relentless commitment to excellence. As the largest Critical Care organization in the U.S. we bring 25 years of experience 500 intensivists and a presence in 60 ICUs across 19 states. Our physicians manage diverse ICU environments-medical surgical cardiac neuro-and are united by a shared purpose to elevate care through multidisciplinary teamwork and clinical innovation.
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Critical Care Program Medical Director
Las Cruces New Mexico
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Job ID JOB-000310
Date posted 02182026
Category Critical Care
Lead our Memorial Medical Center team as the ICU Program Medical Director in Las Cruces New Mexico
We believe in bringing better to our local community in Las Cruces New Mexico-better care better collaboration and a deep commitment to the people we serve. If youre looking for a role that supports your professional growth and your connection to a vibrant community wed love to talk
Local Team Collaboration
Be a part of building and leading a cohesive team at Memorial Regional Medical Center.
Lead our newest Intensivist program at Memorial Medical Center. The Program Medical Director will lead a team of intensivists and critical care advanced practitioners.
Qualifications
Physicians must be board-certified in Critical Care medicine. An active New Mexico license is preferred.
Must have a minimum of 3 years of post-fellowship critical care experience with prior ICU leadership experience.
A commitment to excellence in clinical service with strong problem-solving abilities essential for the ICU setting.
Authorized to work in the United States.
Scheduling
12-hour on-site day shift.
Nights covered by the in-house APP with tele.
The Program Medical Director works 12 clinical shifts per month plus administrative duties. The director can work more clinically if desired.
Key Responsibilities
Provide care to patients in the 32-bed ICU in conjunction with the CT surgeon for co-management and hospitalists for downgraded patients in the unit.
ADC estimated 7-10 during the Summer and 10-14 during the Winter.
Tele-ICU support is provided during surge periods.
Ability to perform all technical skills in the critical care setting.
Ability to cite experience working collaboratively within the ICU with all team members and across the hospital.
Living and Working in Las Cruces
Las Cruces New Mexico offers the best of southern New Mexico in a beautiful city bordered by the majestic Organ Mountains and vast Chihuahuan Desert.
The city of Las Cruces features new and old-world charm steeped in historical roots from Native American Spanish and Old West influences.
Las Cruces is a welcoming multicultural community offering all the modern conveniences of a larger city without the inflated cost and congestion.
The cost of living in Las Cruces is lower than the national average offering attractive homes in beautiful neighborhoods.
Las Cruces is an excellent place to raise a family with highly ranked schools and a welcoming environment.
Home to New Mexico State University Las Cruces offers educational opportunities for students of all ages.
Outdoor recreational opportunities abound both in the city via numerous paved and multi-use trails parks and golf courses or a short drive just outside of the city to the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument.
A thriving arts and music scene and booming food hub round out a few of the many advantages Las Cruces has to offer.
Compensation
You will receive a competitive shift-based compensation package plus a director stipend.
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Our values in action
Uncompromising Care
You deliver life-saving care in the most critical moments. We support you with systems that honor your clinical judgment and amplify your impact-because in the ICU excellence isnt optional.
Collaboration
Youre part of a deeply connected team of intensivists who value shared decision-making mutual respect and the power of multidisciplinary partnerships to drive better outcomes.
Accountability
You lead with clarity and conviction-owning your role in shaping ICU strategy mentoring teams and driving performance across complex care environments.
Ingenuity & Empathy
You bring calm leadership and innovative thinking to high-stakes situations balancing clinical precision with compassion for patients families and colleagues.
Career Path
Practicing
Single-site Leadership
Multi-site Leadership
Practicing
Start your journey as a practicing clinician focused on delivering exceptional patient care while building foundational leadership skills. This stage prepares you for future opportunities to lead and influence.
Single-site Leadership
Step into leadership at the practice level as an Associate Medical Director or Medical Director. In these roles youll guide clinical teams collaborate with hospital partners and ensure operational and clinical excellence at a single site.
Multi-site Leadership
Expand your impact by overseeing multiple practices as a System Medical Director Regional Medical Director or Regional Chief Medical Officer. These roles involve strategic leadership mentoring physician leaders and driving performance across a region.
Hear from our team
When you have best-in-class care in the ICU surgeons specialists and primary care providers trust their patients will be in good hands. Our leaders understand the ICU is a critical gateway to a successful hospital and we focus on bringing the best care in support of your hospitals mission and goals.
Steve Matchett MD CEO Critical Care
High-performing ICU teams use intensivist-led multidisciplinary rounds and team meetings to collaborate with the medical staff and measure the metrics that support favorable patient outcomes. We do this without exception and we achieve exceptional results.
Sergio Zanotti MD FCCM Chief Medical Officer Critical Care
This isnt just a job its a career in a supportive high-performance environment that puts clinicians and patients first.
Hesham Hessaballa MD Regional Medical Director
Local clinical leadership matters. We tailor each ICU program to the sites needs and physician mix with national resources behind us.
Rebecca Doebelee MD Regional Medical Director
Rewards
Medical Dental and Vision Insurance
Health Savings Accounts HSA with Match & Flexible Spending Accounts FSA
Wellness Programs
Kaia Health Maven Real Appeal
Short & Long-Term Disability
401K with company match
Leadership Development Programs e.g. LEADCME
Reimbursement
Physician Mental Health Counseling
Continuing Education & Professional Licensing Support
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Deliver life-saving care in 21 states where we manage 80 ICUs supported by highly collaborative expert teams.
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