Physician Jobs in Alaska
Looking for physician jobs in Alaska? Barton Associates specializes in locum tenens physician jobs, with well over a decade of experience placing locum tenens physicians on short and long-term assignments throughout the US.
What’s it like to work as a physician in Alaska? Visit our Physician Guide to Locum Tenens Jobs in Alaska here.
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Another locum tenens opportunity has arrived in Alaska! Our client is looking for an optometrist to begin coverage in mid April. Hours include 7:30a - 6p shifts from Tuesdays - Fridays. The selected locum will be handling eye exams, glaucoma, cataracts, contacts, emergency visits, and other optometry cases. There is a chance for an extension with...
Location:AK
Specialty:Optometry
Provider Type:Physician
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Cross Alaska off your bucket list with this locum tenens opportunity! Our client is looking for a gastroenterologist to begin coverage in mid April. Hours include 8a - 5p shifts from Mondays - Fridays. The selected locum will be handling endoscopies, EGDs, EUS procedures, and other GI cases. There is a chance for an extension with this opportunity....
Location:AK
Specialty:Gastroenterology
Provider Type:Physician
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Your next locum tenens opportunity awaits in Alaska! Our client is looking for a physician specializing in family practice to begin coverage in early September. Hours include 8a - 5p shifts from Mondays - Fridays with a rotational Saturday shift. The selected locum will be handling suturing, splints, women's health, pelvic exams, chronic diseases,...
Location:AK
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Physician
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Alaska is the site of your next locum tenens opportunity! Our client is looking for a physician specializing in family practice to begin coverage in early April. Hours include a mix of 4 and 8 hour shifts from Mondays - Fridays. The selected locum will be handling splints, sutures, lacerations, EKG reads, foreign body removal, and other family medicine...
Location:AK
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Physician
Alaska Physician Job FAQs
What are locum tenens physician jobs?
Locum tenens physician jobs are contract roles designed to fill gaps in care at healthcare facilities over a specific timeframe. These assignments can range from a week to well over a year. Locum and travel physicians hold all the same qualifications as a permanent physician, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility. Explore our locum tenens guide to learn more.
How much do physicians generally earn in Alaska?
According to ZipRecruiter, physicians in Alaska typically earn an average of $158,941 per year.
How much does a family practice physician earn in Alaska?
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, family medicine physicians earn an average of $273,740 a year.
What are the continuing education requirements for physicians in Alaska?
Physicians in Alaska are required to complete 50 hours of CME every two years.
Can new grads work physician jobs in Alaska?
Yes, new graduates can work in Alaska as long as they receive the proper licensing and certification specific to their state. Check out our physician licensing guide to get started.
What is the highest paying physician specialty?
The highest paying physician specialties include neurosurgery, thoracic, and orthopedic surgery. Highly technical surgical specialties like these earn around $600,000 a year.
What is the job outlook for physicians?
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that the number of physician and surgeon jobs will increase by 3% between 2022 and 2032. About 24,200 openings for physicians and surgeons are projected each year.