Join a small rural health facility in Valdez, AK, providing critical support during peak months. You will be a vital part of a medical team handling a range of emergency care services and inpatient duties, with opportunities to participate in delivering outpatient and primary care. This locum tenens position requires versatility in handling emergency situations, with shifts starting from July 16th.

Key Details

• Assignment Type: Locum Tenens
• Setting: Critical Access Hospital
• Start Date: July 16, 2026
• Schedule: Four 10-hour shifts per week; 8:00 AM–6:00 PM with overnight beeper call
• Patient Population: All Ages
• Location: Valdez, AK
• Stipends: Housing options available; travel details include flights or shuttles

Benefits

• Weekly direct deposit
• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
• Supportive credentialing assistance
• Lodging and mileage reimbursement
• Flexible scheduling

Job Responsibilities

• Provide emergency care in a rural hospital setting
• Handle inpatient duties and outpatient/primary care as needed
• Must be prepared for possible OB/C-sections in emergencies

Qualifications

• Board Certified in Family Practice
• Experience in rural health and emergency medicine required
• Active medical license or Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (IMLC) eligibility
• Certifications: ACLS, ATLS, BLS, PALS

Working Hours

• 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM with overnight call
• Approximately four 10-hour shifts per week

Skills

• Ability to handle a broad scope of medical conditions and emergencies
• Experience with critical care and comfortable working in a high-acuity environment
• Capability to work independently and adapt to rural health challenges

Flexible scheduling allows you to cover as many shifts as possible. Don't miss the opportunity to make a significant impact in this close-knit community.