University Medical Center of El Paso

University Medical Center of El Paso Region’s highest-certified hospital: only Level 1 Trauma and Comprehensive Stroke Center, top maternal care.

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University Medical Center of El Paso’s Digestive Health Center turned blue today for ! 💙“Dress In Blue Day” raises awar...
03/07/2026

University Medical Center of El Paso’s Digestive Health Center turned blue today for ! 💙

“Dress In Blue Day” raises awareness for colore**al cancer, one of the most preventable cancers when detected early. We are seeing more cases in people in their 30s and 40s, making early detection more important than ever.

The recommended age to get screened is 45. However, anyone under 45 who experiences symptoms such as re**al bleeding, persistent changes in bowel habits, unexplained fatigue, or abdominal pain should seek medical evaluation.

If you have a family history of colon cancer, you should begin screening 10 years earlier than the age at which your youngest relative was diagnosed.

UMC’s Digestive Health Center leads the region in advanced gastrointestinal care, with board-certified Texas Tech Physicians of El Paso and UMC specialists.

UMC is the only hospital in the region recognized as a Center of Excellence for functional gastrointestinal disorders. Its advanced endoscopy unit serves as a regional referral center, performing the most complex interventional and therapeutic procedures.

Texas Tech Physicians of El Paso

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Great care starts with great people.Today is Employee Appreciation Day, and we want to say thank you to all of our incre...
03/06/2026

Great care starts with great people.

Today is Employee Appreciation Day, and we want to say thank you to all of our incredible Associates who go above and beyond every day, caring for their patients, supporting their coworkers, and providing exceptional care to our community.

UMC is proud of its Associates, a close-knit group of colleagues who share the same values, principles, and mission across El Paso.

Thank you for making a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve.

Join University Medical Center of El Paso, the region’s highest-certified hospital and home to the only Level I Trauma C...
03/05/2026

Join University Medical Center of El Paso, the region’s highest-certified hospital and home to the only Level I Trauma Center and Comprehensive Stroke Center, the region’s first Level IV Maternal Care hospital, and a certified Baby-Friendly hospital.

We are hiring RNs for the UMC Main Campus and UMC Surgical Hospital. Open Positions: Emergency, Endoscopy, Operating Room, PACU, Telemetry, and Medical-Surgical and PRN opportunities available across units at the Main Campus.

Requirements:
• Minimum 1 year RN experience in a hospital acute care setting
• BSN required (ADN considered)
• Current RN license and CPR certification
• ACLS/PALS required within 6 months of hire for critical care areas

Benefits Include:
• Competitive compensation package
• Medical, prescription, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Texas County & District Retirement System (Defined Pension Plan)
• 403(b) and 457 retirement plans
• Generous paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Education Loan Dismissal Program
• CARES Student Loan Repayment & Home Ownership Programs
• Relocation assistance
• And more!

Submit resume via e-mail to:

Lizette Salinas, Nurse Recruitment Manager lsalinas@umcelpaso.org

Gracie Beltran, HR Manager-UMC Surgical at graciela.beltran@umcelpaso.org

Career Site: https://umcelpasocareers.hctsportals.com/jobs/search

03/04/2026

“The Most Powerful Tool in Medicine to Save Lives” UMC Gastroenterologist Urges Colon Cancer Screening.

March is Colore**al Cancer Awareness Month, and UMC Gastroenterologist Dr. Cesar Garcia says colore**al cancer is one of the most preventable cancers, yet it remains a leading cause of cancer-related deaths. Almost all colon cancers begin as small growths called polyps. During a colonoscopy, these polyps can be found and removed before they turn into cancer.

“By getting a colonoscopy, you are actively preventing cancer, not just looking for it,” said Dr. Garcia.

The recommended age to get screened is 45. However, we are seeing a rise in colon cancer in younger adults, and Dr. Garcia urges anyone under 45 who experiences symptoms such as re**al bleeding, persistent changes in bowel habits, unexplained fatigue, or abdominal pain to seek medical evaluation promptly.

Additionally, if you have a family history of colon cancer, you should begin screening 10 years earlier than the age at which your youngest relative was diagnosed.

For more information and to schedule your screening, visit umcelpaso.org/colonoscopy

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02/28/2026

Today was for them. 💙

UMC’s Growth & Resiliency team hosted a pilot Healing Rounds Retreat created especially for our frontline bedside nurses and nurse leaders. As a Level 1 Trauma Center, our nurses show up every day with compassion, strength, and skill, often in the most intense and stressful moments of care.

This retreat was intentionally designed to honor that work, offering space for restoration, reflection, and overall wellbeing. It was a moment to pause, breathe, reconnect, and be cared for.

We’re grateful for the opportunity to support those who give so much and excited to continue growing this program and rolling it out across our nursing team. 🌿✨

Congratulations on your retirement, UMC Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Joel Hendryx! For the past eight years, Dr. Hendryx h...
02/27/2026

Congratulations on your retirement, UMC Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Joel Hendryx!

For the past eight years, Dr. Hendryx has served as a steady force of leadership throughout some of UMC's hardest moments, including the COVID-19 pandemic and the Aug. 3, 2019 mass shooting.

Reflecting on the Aug. 3 tragedy, Dr. Hendryx said the experience will always stay with him.

“It will always be with us, and everyone has that moment of 'where were you?' during that time and 'how did it affect you?' Whether it was a loved one, family, Associate, the victims, those that we took care of. Getting to know them and their families was very emotional. Even today, it's still emotional,” said Dr. Hendryx.

Dr. Hendryx is optimistic about the future of UMC as he retires. UMC’s new chief medical officer, Dr. Victor Waters, worked closely with Dr. Hendryx during his last months at UMC.

Closing out his final year at UMC with momentous achievements for the hospital, as it celebrates its 111th anniversary.

Thank you, Dr. Hendryx, for all you've done for our community. We wish you a well-deserved retirement!

Like family!Meet Joanne Pineda, a Health Unit Coordinator in our Surgical Department at UMC.Joanne is always there to le...
02/27/2026

Like family!

Meet Joanne Pineda, a Health Unit Coordinator in our Surgical Department at UMC.

Joanne is always there to lend a helping hand and assist patients whenever they call and ask for a nurse or need support. She also helps family members who may have questions.

She says what inspired her to pursue a career in healthcare is her love for helping others.

"I treat patients like family, I love to come to work, they are like family to me," said Joanne.

Thank you, Joanne, for always looking out for your patients’ needs. We appreciate all you do!

Your input is essential.The El Paso Healthcare Assessment Survey is a partnership led by the City of El Paso Department ...
02/26/2026

Your input is essential.

The El Paso Healthcare Assessment Survey is a partnership led by the City of El Paso Department of Public Health and community organizations to better understand the medical and mental healthcare experiences, needs, and priorities of our community.

The survey is voluntary, completely anonymous, and takes approximately 15 minutes to complete.

Your feedback will help guide future healthcare planning and improvements in El Paso.

We encourage you to participate: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=-dyoZnXtb0qI4FEN-b3yqVJEh-iWztJMrgYIv3T_FjdUQUVDS1BKUTEwV1ZLSUdVWkVJVFczV1JQVy4u

Care on Campus! Our UMC Sports Rehab and Outpatient Clinic teams were proud to partner with UTEP for the HOPE+ Health Fa...
02/25/2026

Care on Campus!

Our UMC Sports Rehab and Outpatient Clinic teams were proud to partner with UTEP for the HOPE+ Health Fair.

The on-campus event provided free health resources to UTEP students and the El Paso Community.

Our rehab team shared information about our specialized sports rehab program, answered questions, and connected with students and families about injury prevention and recovery.

In honor of National Heart Month, our outpatient clinic teams shared important information about heart health and our specialty cardiology services available at our clinic locations throughout the community.

Thank you UTEP College of Health Sciences for hosting this event!

As Heart Month comes to a close, we want to remind you that your heart health matters all year long. ❤️At UMC, our cardi...
02/24/2026

As Heart Month comes to a close, we want to remind you that your heart health matters all year long. ❤️

At UMC, our cardiology and electrophysiology teams are here for you from prevention to advanced heart rhythm care.

At our Heart Rhythm Clinic, father-and-son duo Dr. Zainul Abedin and Dr. Moeen Abedin bring more than 60 years of combined experience to the Cardiac Cath Lab, often working side by side on complex procedures.

At our UMC West and Ysleta Outpatient Clinics, El Paso native Dr. Kavita Gupta focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of heart and vascular conditions.

As an American College of Cardiology (ACC)-accredited Chest Pain Center, UMC combines advanced technology with experienced specialists to deliver high-quality, compassionate heart care.

For more information, visit umcelpaso.org/cardio

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