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. Compensation & Benefits 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 Qualifications MD or DO Board Certified or Board Eligible in Pediatrics Eligible for Alaska medical licensure Comfortable with broad inpatient pediatrics and variable acuity About the Community - Bethel, Alaska 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