Pediatrics Physician

PEDIATRICIAN (Inpatient)

Alaska

Practice Highlights

• Work-Life Balance: Block-scheduled day (8a-6p) and night (6p-8a) shifts with no call requirements , allowing predictable time off and schedule flexibility.
• Desirable Practice Setting: 100% inpatient pediatrics in a regional hospital serving as the medical hub for Southwest Alaska, supporting care across 58 rural communities.
• Ideal Work Environment: Join a collaborative pediatric team working alongside experienced RNs, respiratory therapists, ER staff, and village health aides in a highly integrated care model.
• Scope of Practice: This role goes beyond traditional hospitalist work, including ER coverage, nursery support, and real-time consultation with village health aides , offering variety and high-impact clinical decision-making.

• Competitive Compensation: Minimum starting pay of $120.60/hour , DOE, with compensation determined using a structured formula based on experience.
• Sign-On & Retention Bonuses:
  • $35,000 sign-on bonus (2-year agreement)
  • $75,000 sign-on bonus (3-year agreement)
  • Retention bonuses up to 9.1% annually based on contract length
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short- and long-term disability, retirement plan, and malpractice coverage.
• Relocation & Professional Development: Relocation assistance: $15,000 (individual) / $20,000 (family)
  • CME: 10 paid days + $10,000 annually
  • Student loan repayment assistance available through AHEC

• MD or DO
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatrics
• Eligible for Alaska medical licensure
• Comfortable with broad inpatient pediatrics and variable acuity

Bethel is a culturally rich, close-knit community and the healthcare center for the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta. Providers enjoy strong community connection, outdoor recreation year-round, and the opportunity to practice medicine where their expertise truly matters.

Job Reference #: PED 25276