Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine Physician

Job Description

Join SEARHC in Sitka, Alaskaan integrated tribal healthcare system offering comprehensive, patient-centered care in one of the most scenic coastal communities in the country. We are seeking an Internal Medicine Physician (MD/DO) to provide full-scope outpatient primary care in a collaborative, team-based clinic co-located within the new and modern critical access hospital. This is a unique opportunity to practice broad-spectrum internal medicine with strong support, advanced technology, and a lifestyle-driven schedule.

Why Choose SEARHC?

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• As one of the largest Native-run healthcare organizations in the United States, SEARHC is committed to providing quality healthcare that honors the traditions of Alaska Native people and American Indians, while ensuring that advanced medical technologies are made accessible to all.
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• Brand-new clinic and co-located hospital with modern infrastructure in the new $300 million Mt. Edgecumbe Medical Center opened in April 2026.
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• In 2021 SEARHC opened the Wrangell Medical Center. With plans to build a third critical-access hospital in Haines. In addition to the dozens of established outpatient and traveling clinics throughout the region.
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Compensation & Benefits:

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• Compensation salary: $269,259 - $299,177 based on years of experience, with additional productivity bonus based on wRVUs, and quality incentives.
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• Financial incentives: $35,000 Sign-On Bonus and $25,000 Relocation Assistance with a three year commitment.
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• Healthcare benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage with flexible spending options (FSAs).
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• Life insurance and wellness: Basic life insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Accident - Critical Illness Hospital Insurances, Identity & Fraud Protection, Legal Insurance, and Pet Insurance.
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• Professional development: $6000 pre-tax annual CME allowance.
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Schedule and Work-Life Balance:

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• Workweek: MondayFriday, 8:00 a.m.5:00 p.m., with telemedicine included and four hours of administrative time with no call requirement.
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• Generous Time Off: 33 days (264 hours) annually, including holidays, and 10 days of CME.
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Practice Details:

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• Clinic facilities: 16 exam spaces with one procedure room. One medical assistant per physician, primary care nurse case manager, nurse triage, diabetic nurse educator, and nutritionist. Ancillary services include CT, Ultrasound, X?ray, pharmacy, laboratory services, and MRI.
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• Patient Volume: Up to 18 patients per day in clinic. EMR and tools include Meditech, Dragon Dictation, and DAX AI assisted documentation.
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• Procedure opportunities: Treadmill tests, Arthrocentesis, colposcopy, IND, Nexplanon, biopsies, toenail removal, joint injections, and OMT welcomed.
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Additional Care Opportunities:

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• Occasional long-term care and home visits.
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• Optional involvement in rural outreach or consultative support.
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• Potential for hospital-based support or consults as needed.
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• Close collaboration with onsite and visiting specialists (e.g., surgery, orthopedics, ENT).
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