Psychiatrist

Overview

Inpatient Psychiatrist Opportunity – Anchorage

A behavioral health facility in Alaska is seeking a General Psychiatrist to provide inpatient care for adult patients in both acute and long-term settings. This is a flexible opportunity ideal for physicians interested in meaningful, team-based psychiatric care in a unique and scenic region.

• General Psychiatry (Board Certified preferred; Board Eligible accepted within 5 years of residency)
• Adult inpatient population (acute and long-term)
• Average length of stay: 7–10 days
• Schedule:
  
  Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM (40 hours/week)

• Approximately one weeknight call per week and one weekend per month
• Weeknight call: taken from home, variable volume (0–10 calls/night)
• Weekend call: on-site rounding (3–4 hours), then remainder on-call from home
• Call compensation structure includes initial in-house coverage followed by callback pay

• Treatment of depression, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, psychosis, and trauma-related conditions
• Collaborative, multidisciplinary team including psychiatrists, social workers, therapists, nurses, and primary care providers

• Credentialing timeline:
  August 2026 start date
• EMR system:
  Meditech
• Open to licensing candidates;
  Alaska license preferred
• Will cover travel and lodging + Malpractice insurance

This role offers a rewarding clinical experience with a supportive team and the opportunity to make a significant impact in a diverse patient population.