NP or PA Hospitalist - Carlsbad NM

Carlsbad Medical Center is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our hospitalist team in a hospital-employed role. This position offers flexibility in scheduling, strong physician collaboration, and the opportunity to provide high-quality inpatient care in a supportive community hospital setting.

At Carlsbad Medical Center, you’ll be part of Community Health Systems, a national network of regional hospitals with a shared mission to deliver high-quality care where it’s needed most — close to home.

• Hospital-employed position
• Preferred schedule: 7-on / 7-off (flexible scheduling available)
• Competitive hourly rate (based on experience)
• Full-time eligibility includes enhanced benefits package
• Collaborative hospitalist team environment

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
• Current New Mexico NP or PA license (or eligibility for licensure)
• Strong clinical and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a hospital-based team environment
• Prior inpatient experience preferred but not required (based on role expectations)

• Competitive hourly rate
• Relocation assistance for full-time providers
• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) with employer matching (for 120+ hours/month)
• Annual CME allowance
• Referral bonuses

• Competitive compensation
• Commencement bonus
• Residency/Fellowship stipend
• Annual CME allowance
• Relocation assistance
• Licenses, dues, and subscriptions
• Vacation benefits
• Health, dental, and vision insurance

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, we want to hear from you.
Apply today.

Send your CV and letter of interest to Barry Edsell at  or reach out directly with any questions at

Carlsbad Medical Center is a 99-bed community hospital accredited by The Joint Commission and designated as a Level III Trauma Center by the New Mexico Department of Health. The hospital provides emergency services, inpatient and outpatient care, surgical services, diagnostic imaging, rehabilitation, womens services, and specialty care to residents of Carlsbad and southeastern New Mexico. The facility emphasizes compassionate, community-focused healthcare.

Located in the Pecos River Valley and Chihuahuan Desert, Carlsbad serves as a regional hub for commerce and outdoor recreation. Residents enjoy fishing, hiking, rock climbing, water sports, and access to Carlsbad Caverns National Park. With a relatively low cost of living and strong schools, Carlsbad offers an affordable and family-friendly lifestyle.