Family Medicine Physician

Overview

This position provides comprehensive coordinated primary and preventive health care services to an ethnically diverse patient population within their appropriate scope of practice.

Education

Physician licensed to practice in the State of Alaska;
Board Certified in appropriate primary care specialty. Current certification in BLS.

Experience

Graduation from residency program; currently practicing Family Practice with Obstetric care or Family Practice without Obstetric care preferred.

Ability to support and work collaboratively with clinicians and administrators to oversee clinical and business plan.

Ability to obtain and maintain hospital privileges at Fairbanks Memorial Hospital within outpatient scope of practice.

Experience in dealing with medically underserved populations and cultural competency.

Ability to efficiently utilize the electronic medical record and other clinically required technology.

Ability to coordinate care with physicians and other allied health and social service providers.

Ability to provide consultation to Advanced Practice Providers (e.g. Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants).

Excellent oral and written communication, problem solving and negotiation skills.

Ability to work as a successful integrated multi-disciplinary primary health care team.

Position is based in the City of Fairbanks; however, position responsibilities may require travel both within the Fairbanks North Star Borough (FNSB) and Denali Borough. Use of personal vehicle is required for travel; therefore, a valid driver’s license and proof of auto insurance is required. Position may require working occasional evenings and weekends.