Psychiatry Physician

Location:
Anchorage, AK

Anchorage offers a stunning blend of urban amenities and breathtaking natural landscapes, making it one of the most unique places to live and work in the United States. From world-class outdoor adventures to a vibrant cultural scene, Anchorage provides an extraordinary quality of life for healthcare professionals seeking both professional fulfillment and unforgettable experiences.

Facility:
This well-established healthcare organization provides comprehensive behavioral health services across multiple settings in Alaska, including inpatient mental health units, community behavioral health programs, psychiatric emergency services, and hospital-based consult liaison work. The facility is also expanding its services with a new Crisis Stabilization Center opening in Winter 2026, offering exciting opportunities for providers to be part of a growing and innovative behavioral health program.

Opportunity:
Physician - Psychiatry

Job Details:

• Locum Tenens opportunity providing comprehensive psychiatric services across multiple care settings in Anchorage, AK
• Full-time need with a 7 days on/7 days off flex schedule, with two Psychiatrists working in tandem to create daily coverage
• 10-hour shifts from 8am-6pm; provider must remain on-site for the full 10 hours
• Overnight call schedule follows the same 7 days on/7 days off rotation with very low call volume (Weeknight Beeper Call)
• Up to 20 patient encounters per shift
• Provide inpatient psychiatric services across adult and adolescent mental health units
• Support community behavioral health programs and psychiatric emergency services
• Perform hospital-based consult liaison work supporting medical floors and pediatric services
• Future involvement with new Crisis Stabilization Center opening Winter 2026
• Must be Board-Certified in Psychiatry
• Must have experience treating patients ages 12 and up
• Active DEA required
• BLS certification required
• Must be willing to support inpatient, consults, and Crisis Stabilization Center responsibilities
• Active AK license required or Letter of Qualification through the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (IMLC) accepted; willing to license clean applicants (5-6 week process)
• Estimated credentialing timeframe of 90 days
• Required clinical skills include: anxiety disorders, affective disorders, ADD/ADHD, personality disorders, eating disorders, and psychotic disorders
• Long-term housing accommodations available with pre-approval
• Start date: ASAP through 1 year

Compensation:
Competitive hourly rates with weekly pay and malpractice included.