Physician (MD/DO) - Pediatrics - General/Other in Alaska

Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine | Pediatrics - General/Other
Location: Alaska
Employer: Wilderness Medical Staffing
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

06479B - Join a well-established healthcare system in Southeast Alaska as a Pediatric Physician, providing meaningful care to children and families while living in an urban community with all the amenities you need. Outside the clinic, the region offers a remarkable setting of coastal mountains and open water, with no shortage of things to see and do, from hiking and fishing to wildlife viewing. This position includes a competitive salary range, along with relocation assistance and a sign-on bonus for a three-year commitment. Are you ready to take the next step in your pediatric career in Southeast Alaska?

Location: Southeast Alaska

Job Type: W2, Permanent Position

Date Range: 2027 Start (earlier availability preferred)

Job Specialties: Pediatrics



Compensation:

• Annual Salary Range: $240,618 - $267,353 (DOE)
• Additional wRVU productivity and quality incentives - U p to $18,500 in annual quality incentives + productivity potential
• Up to $60,000 in Sign-on and Relocation incentives with a 3-year commitment

Benefits:

• 33 days (264 hrs) PTO annual, including holidays
• 10 additional CME days
• $6,000 annual pre-tax CME allowance
• $401k with up to 5% employer match beginning at hire
• Roth & 457(b) plans
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short & Long-Term Disability, additional voluntary benefits
• Paid parental leave
• Loan repayment eligible employer

Schedule

• Monday – Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm
• Telemedicine work included
• 4 weekly administrative hours
• Additional hospital and call responsibilities
• Biweekly call rotations of 3.5 days at at time (half-day clinic + inpatient rounding + call)

Responsibilities

• Patient Volume: Averages 12-17 patients per day
• Staffing Mix: One MA per Physician, dedicated pediatric case manager, Nurse Triage, collaborative clinical team
• Manage a longitudinal pediatric patient panel, including well-child visits, preventive care, developmental assessments, acute and chronic pediatric conditions, referrals, and minor procedures. Participate in newborn delivery attendance, inpatient pediatric rounding, hospital call, and care coordination. Provide clinical consultation and guidance to APPs, participate in quality improvement initiatives, and maintain EMR documentation. Procedures may include circumcisions, tongue-tie release, minor wound repair, nebulizer treatments, abscess drainage, and foreign-body removal. Occasional outreach or virtual consultations may be required.

Organization Highlights:

• Non-profit organization, serving Southeast Alaska
• Collaborative physician-led care teams
• Integrated behavioral health and specialty services
• Strong emphasis on culturally responsive care
• Teaching opportunities with medical students and residents

Position Requirements

• Active, unrestricted Alaska MD or DO license or willingness to obtain
• Board Certification or Eligibility in Pediatrics
• Active, unrestricted DEA registration
• Active BLS, PALS, NRP
• STABLE certification preferred
• 2 years of inpatient pediatric experience required, 4 years preferred
• Strong communication skills, clinical leadership and ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams
• Rural health and Alaska Native health experience beneficial
• Must be culturally sensitive and willing to embrace the native community and their culture

Additional Details:

• Medical Malpractice Insurance: Provided at no cost to you
• Travel & Housing: Provided at no cost to you
• Meaningful Work: Serve a deserving community with critical healthcare services

About Us: 

At Wilderness Medical Staffing, we understand your desire for a fulfilling career that lets you practice meaningful medicine without burnout. Founded in 2010 by a provider just like you, we believe in medicine should be an adventure. As a purpose-driven Locum Tenens staffing company, we actively connect healthcare professionals to more than 200 rural and remote locations throughout the Northwest United States and Alaska - ensuring you can focus on what matters most: delivering exceptional patient care. 

How to Apply: 

Apply here, learn more by visiting , or contact a recruiter today to inquire about our open and upcoming positions. 

All inquiries are confidential.