Emergency Medicine Physician – South Peninsula Hospital

Location: Homer, Alaska

Position Type: Full-Time (10–12 shifts per month)

South Peninsula Hospital is looking for an Emergency Medicine Physician to join our well-supported, single-coverage emergency department. This role offers a balanced schedule, strong clinical resources, and the opportunity to practice broad-spectrum emergency care in one of the most stunning communities in Alaska.

Compensation and Benefits

• Compensation: $267/hr ($384,380 - $461,376 annually)
• Typical FTE: 10–12 twelve-hour shifts per month
• Incentives: Generous sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, and student loan support available
• Benefits:
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance with up to a $2,000 HRA
  • Loan forgiveness and tuition reimbursement programs
  • Retirement benefits and additional employer-supported programs

Schedule & Call

• 12-hour shifts with single physician coverage
• Standard rotation alternates one month of day shifts with one month of night shifts to support consistent sleep cycles
• No call beyond scheduled shifts

Scope of Practice

• Full-spectrum emergency care within a 9-bed ED
• Access to a complete radiology suite: MRI, CT, ultrasound, and X-ray
• Onsite radiology coverage during weekday business hours

Support Staff & Team

• Strong ED team with experienced nursing, CNA, and HUC support
• Department staffed by 6 full-time ED physicians and 2–4 PRN clinicians for additional coverage
• Collaborative environment with stable staffing and leadership support

Qualifications

• Board certified or board eligible in Emergency Medicine
• Will also consider Family Medicine physicians with extensive emergency medicine experience
• Eligibility for Alaska medical licensure

South Peninsula Hospital

South Peninsula Hospital is a 22-bed critical access hospital with a 28-bed long-term care facility and a 9-bed emergency department operating 24/7. We serve as the primary healthcare hub for the southern Kenai Peninsula, offering a full range of services you’d expect in a small town—primary care, home health, long-term care—along with advanced specialties including orthopedics, interventional radiology, pediatric therapy, and neurology.

We are a three-time Top 100 Critical Access Hospital and hold a 5-Star Patient Satisfaction rating from CMS. Our teams consistently score above state and national averages in patient experience, clinical quality, and employee satisfaction.

About Homer, Alaska

Homer sits on the shores of Kachemak Bay and offers remarkable views of glaciers, mountains, and wildlife. The town blends recreation, culture, and community, with great schools, a vibrant arts scene, and plenty of dining and entertainment. Whether you're drawn to adventure or looking for a peaceful coastal home, Homer is a unique and welcoming place to live and practice medicine.