OB/GYN Physician – South Peninsula Hospital

Location: Homer, Alaska

Position Type: Full-Time

South Peninsula Hospital is seeking an OB/GYN physician to join a well-supported women’s health team in a collaborative CNM-first model. This is an opportunity to practice full-spectrum obstetrics and gynecology in a close-knit, coastal Alaska community with excellent clinical resources and a modern care environment.

Compensation and Benefits

• Compensation: MGMA 75th percentile, adjusted every two years on a regular cycle
• Incentives: Sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, and student loan support available
• Benefits:
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance with up to a $2,000 HRA
  • Generous PTO - Loan forgiveness and tuition reimbursement programs
  • Retirement benefits and additional employer-supported programs

Schedule & Call

• 1 FTE includes 10 days of call per month
• Certified Nurse Midwives cover the majority of deliveries (approx. 125 per year)
• OB/GYN provides backup for cesarean deliveries and higher-risk cases
• Three clinic days per week with scheduling similar to FM/IM
• One OR day per week

Scope of Practice & Clinical Environment

• Full-spectrum obstetrics and gynecology
• New clinic space located in the hospital, directly below L&D and the OR
• Collaborative open-pod clinic design shared with MA and nursing support
• Onsite radiology
• Dedicated ultrasound room within the clinic

Support Staff & Team Structure

• Team of 3 OB/GYN physicians
  • One primarily covers call with minimal outpatient duties during call weeks
• Team of 3 Certified Nurse Midwives providing outpatient OB care, deliveries, and OB triage
• Experienced nursing and ancillary support
• Strong hospital leadership and interdisciplinary relationships

Qualifications

• Board certified or board eligible in Obstetrics & Gynecology
• 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.