Physician​/Emergency Medicine​/Alaska​/Locum Tenens​/Locum Tenens - Emergency Medicine in AK

Position: Physician / Emergency Medicine / Alaska / Locum Tenens / Locum Tenens Opportunity - Emergency Medicine in AK
Location: Cooper Landing

Are you an experienced physician looking for a locum tenens opportunity in Alaska? We are seeking a dedicated Emergency Medicine physician to provide essential healthcare services in a small critical access hospital near Cooper Landing, AK. If you enjoy rural healthcare settings and are ready to support a community, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Job Details:
Position:
Locum Tenens Emergency Medicine Physician

Location:

Near Cooper Landing, AK Duration:
Starting March 2025, ongoing

Schedule:

7-10 days per month Shift

Hours:

12-hour shifts (8 a.m. to 8 p.m. or 8 p.m. to 8 a.m.) On-Call Requirements: 12-hour backup call before day shifts and after night shifts; infrequent call-backs Practice Setting:
Single provider coverage for both the emergency department and hospital patients Patient Load:
Average 8 patients per shift in a 6-bed department Requirements:
Board Certification:
Must be board eligible or board certified in Emergency Medicine or Family Medicine (due to rural practice scope)

Certifications:

ACLS, ATLS, and PALS required Alaska License:
Must have an active Alaska state medical license

Experience:

Ability to handle emergency medicine in a rural setting without outpatient clinic duties Additional Information:
No Obstetrics or Labor & Delivery Department:
However, physicians must be prepared for emergency obstetric cases that may arise in the ER. Support Staff:
Includes 2 RNs and 1 MA per shift; no supervision of residents or advanced practice providers. Facilities:
Small, critical access hospital without trauma or surgical backup beyond general surgery and orthopedic surgery. Perks:
Housing:
Hospital provides apartments for physicians during scheduled shifts. Trauma Level: Level 4 trauma center Credentialing Time: 60-90 days If you're ready for a unique and rewarding locum tenens experience in the heart of Alaska, we encourage you to apply. Reference Job : #j-252749. Apply now to make a difference!