Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant

Company: Community Health Systems
Location: Las Cruces
Posted on: June 17, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description MountainView Regional Medical Center is seeking a full-time Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our Emergency Medicine team. This role offers the opportunity to practice in a fast-paced, well-supported emergency department with strong physician coverage, streamlined workflows, and a collaborative clinical environment. At MountainView Regional 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. Emergency Department Highlights

• Annual ED volume: 32,000 visits
• 22 Emergency Department beds
• 24-hour physician coverage
• 20 hours of NP/PA coverage daily
• Average patient load: 1.8 patients/hour
• Admission rate: 25%
• EMR system: MEDHOST EDIS
• Expedited credentialing available

• Evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients presenting with acute and emergent conditions
• Provide timely, high-quality emergency care within scope of practice
• Collaborate closely with physicians, nursing staff, and consulting specialists
• Assist in procedures and stabilization of critically ill patients when appropriate
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation in the EMR system
• Follow hospital protocols, safety standards, and evidence-based guidelines

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
• Current New Mexico NP or PA license (or eligibility for licensure)
• Strong clinical judgment and communication skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced emergency department environment
• Prior emergency medicine experience preferred

• 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

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