Physician / Psychiatry / Alaska / Locum Tenens / Locum Tenens Psychiatry Opportunity in AK Job

Are you a dedicated Psychiatrist seeking a locum tenens opportunity in Alaska? We are looking for a board-certified Psychiatry physician to provide high-quality inpatient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. This opportunity is ideal for a provider who enjoys making a meaningful impact on patients' lives while working in a beautiful and serene location.

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  Location: Near Palmer, AK


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  Start Date: January 6, 2025


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  Duration: Ongoing


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  Schedule:
  
  
  • Scheduled clinical hours plus call.
  
  
  • Call response time required: 20 minutes.
  
  
  
  


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  Setting: Inpatient consult liaison (no outpatient care required).


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  Patient Load: To be determined.


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  Specialty Areas:
  
  
  • Anxiety disorders, affective disorders, ADD/ADHD, personality disorders, psychotic disorders, and more.
  
  
  • Familiarity with pharmacotherapy, group therapy, and family therapy required.
  
  
  
  


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  Support Staff: Details to be provided.

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  Board Certification: Required.


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  Licensure: Must hold a valid Alaska license or qualify under the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (IMLC).


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  Certifications: BLS certification required.


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  Credentialing Timeframe: 60-90 days.


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  Experience: Preference for candidates with a fellowship or specialized training in Psychiatry.

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  Electronic Medical Records: Epic system.


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  Trauma Certification: Facility is stroke-certified.


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  Call Details:
  
  
  • Includes phone consultations and potential call-backs.
  
  
  • Focus on both acute psychiatric care and follow-up evaluations.
  
  
  
  

• Travel and lodging accommodations can be pre-approved for long-term housing.


• Insurance provided by the vendor.


• Opportunities for ongoing supplemental coverage beyond the initial assignment.

This is a great opportunity to practice in a picturesque region of Alaska while contributing to a facility's mission to provide exceptional mental health care. If you are interested in this position, apply now using reference Job ID # j-259580.

Take the next step in your career and make a difference in a community that values quality psychiatric care!