Acute Care, Community and Social Services, Emergency Care, Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, Health Plan, Hospital, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Operational Support, Outpatient Care, Patient Safety, Primary Care, Reimbursement, United States Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA), Willing to Travel
Title: Emergency Medicine Physician – Rural Hospital in Valdez, AK | Flexible Shifts
Hook: Join a dedicated team providing essential emergency care at a leading facility in Valdez, Alaska. Enjoy a flexible schedule with overnight call shifts, competitive pay packages, and comprehensive benefits—all while making a real difference in a rural community. Immediate start dates available for qualified providers ready to support critical access hospital needs.
Quick Facts:
- Location: Valdez, AK 99686
- Start Date: 07/16/2026
- End Date: August 10th, with potential additional shifts in October
- Shift: 10-hour Clinic & Call (8:00 AM – 6:00 PM, plus overnight beeper call)
- Hours/Week: Approximately 40 hours
- Employment Type: Contract
- Licenses/Certs Required: Active or IMLC license, DEA, BC in Emergency Medicine or Family Practice with rural health experience
- Experience: Prior ER, hospitalist, OR, or OB/C-Section experience preferred
Pay & Benefits:
- Pay: $1.00/hour (please confirm on application)
- Benefits:
- Competitive pay packages
- Weekly pay via direct deposit
- Comprehensive medical benefits (W-2)
- Robust referral bonus program
- Paid sick time per applicable laws
- Licensure, certification, travel, and other reimbursements when applicable
What You’ll Do:
- Provide emergency medicine coverage in a rural critical access hospital setting
- Manage a broad scope of cases including ER, outpatient, primary care, OB, and C-sections in emergencies
- Collaborate with the hospital team to transfer patients when necessary
- Support hospital operations during scheduled shifts and call periods
- Participate in urgent, high-acuity cases to ensure patient safety and quality care
What You Need:
- Valid medical license (active or IMLC) in Alaska or ability to obtain
- DEA registration
- Board certification in Emergency Medicine or Family Practice
- Experience in rural health settings preferred
- Ability to handle high-acuity cases and work flexible hours
About the Assignment:
Join a small, rural hospital committed to providing high-quality emergency and primary care services to the Valdez community. This assignment offers a unique opportunity to work in a supportive environment where your skills will make a significant impact, with a focus on ER coverage, outpatient care, and emergency obstetrics as needed. Travel is straightforward—fly into Anchorage and take a regional flight or ground shuttle to Valdez. Lodging is provided in hospital apartments. Pets are not permitted.
Compliance:
VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (“EEO”)/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply. #LiveYourLife #VHSRN
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