Locum Physician Assistant (PA) - Nurse Practitioner in Alaska

Physician Assistant | Nurse Practitioner
Location: Alaska
Employer: Wilderness Medical Staffing
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

06076C - Experience the adventure of a lifetime in Alaska, all while making a meaningful impact and earning excellent compensation! We're seeking highly skilled Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners who excel in emergency medicine and primary care to work in remote villages. Flexibility, independence, quick thinking, and commitment to outstanding patient care are essential for this rewarding opportunity. With a variety of unique assignment locations, you'll have the chance to make a long-lasting impact while exploring one of the most unique parts of the country and immersing yourself in Alaska Native culture. Ready to make a real difference?

Location: Village Assignments in Northwest Alaska

Job Type: 1099 Locum Tenens Contract

Date Range: Start October 26th, 2026 and Ongoing

Job Specialties: Primary Care, Urgent Care, Emergency Medicine

Compensation Breakdown: potential to make $1210.00 per day, ($36,300 per month)!

• $935.00 daily rate (earned every day on assignment)
• $275.00 daily on-call rate (earned every day when on-call)
• $1402.50 holiday daily rate (limited holidays apply)
• 2 paid travel days (1 arrival, 1 departure) paid at the daily rate

Assignments:

• Specific rotation dates are flexible - work around your personal life!
• Rotations must be a minimum of 3-4 weeks with a multi-rotation commitment required
• Annual assignments with monthly rotations available

Schedule:

• Typically, Monday - Friday, 8:00am or 9:00am to 5:00pm
• Some clinics have extended hours until 7:00
• Some clinics may have after-hours walk-ins

Responsibilities:

• Patient volume, village clinics: Averages 5 per day
• Patient volume, ER: Varies, but typically low
• On-Call Details: On-call for emergencies; may share call with another provider
• Triage Line: Evening triage lines in place to minimize non-emergent call-back
• After-hours urgent care may be required
• Travel between villages while on assignment to provide clinic coverage may be required

Position Requirements:

• Active Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) license with the State of Alaska
• Active BLS & ACLS
• ATLS & PALS preferred, but not required
• Active DEA registration
• COVID vaccination with booster
• Minimum 2 years of solo full-spectrum emergency experience
• Direct experience with medevac and patient care stabilization including intubations, chest tubes, and complicated airways; must have strong suturing skills
• Must be culturally sensitive and willing to embrace the native community and their culture
• Alaska bush experience highly preferred

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 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:

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