Job Description

Physician Assistant | Emergency Medicine
Location: Alaska
Employer: Wilderness Medical Staffing
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Shift Information: Days - 5 days x 8 hours
Contract Duration: 3 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

05798B- Embark on a truly unique adventure while practicing medicine in Alaska's remote Southwestern villages while earning excellent compensation! We are seeking highly skilled Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners to provider essential primary and emergency care, all while navigating the challenges and rewards of this distinctive location. This opportunity is perfect for providers who are adaptable, resourceful, and confident in their abilities. You'll be immersed in Alaska Native culture all while making a difference, growing professionally, and experiencing the thrill of Alaska. Are you ready for a career adventure like no other? 

 

Location:  Rural Southwest Alaska

Job Type: 1099 Locum Tenens Contract

Date Range:  April 2026 and Ongoing

Compensation:  Daily Rate + On-Call Pay - potential to make $1175.00 per day, ($35,250 per month)!

 

Key Job Details: 

• Assignments: 
• Specific rotation dates are flexible - work around your personal life!
• 3-4 week-long rotations are preferred
• Schedule: Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm
• Compensation Breakdown: 
• $900.00 daily rate (earned every day on assignment)
• $275.00 daily on-call rate (earned every day when on-call)
• $1350.00 holiday daily rate (limited holidays apply)
• 2 paid travel days (1 arrival, 1 departure), paid at the daily rate
• Access to training and educational resources

Responsibilities:   

• Patient volume: Averages 8-12 per day
• On-Call Details:  
• Frequency depends on the specific village assignment, some on-call duties may be shared
• Some villages have APPs and Health Aides to assist with call
• A Physician is always available via telemedicine if APPs need a consultation

Requirements:

• Active Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) license with the State of Alaska
• Active BLS, ACLS, & PALS
• ATLS preferred
• Active DEA registration
• Minimum 2 years of solo full-spectrum emergency experience
• Direct experience with medevac and patient care stabilization including intubations, chest tubes, and complicated airways; must have strong suturing skills
• OB & Peds experience preferred
• Experience working in remote Alaska is highly preferred
• Must be culturally sensitive and willing to embrace the native community and their culture

Additional Details:

• Medical Malpractice Insurance:  Provided at no cost to you
• Travel & Housing: Provided at no cost to you
• Meaningful Work:  Serve a deserving community with critical healthcare services

About Us: 

At Wilderness Medical Staffing, we understand your desire for a fulfilling career that lets you practice meaningful medicine without burnout. Founded in 2010 by a provider just like you, we believe in medicine should be an adventure. As a purpose-driven Locum Tenens staffing company, we actively connect healthcare professionals to more than 200 rural and remote locations throughout the Northwest United States and Alaska - ensuring you can focus on what matters most: delivering exceptional patient care. 

 

How to Apply: 

Apply here, learn more by visiting   , or contact a recruiter today to inquire about our open and upcoming positions. 

 

All inquiries are confidential.

Requirements

AK lincense

FNP or PA-C

Emergency and Primary care experience (2 year min) 

Job Tags

Weekly pay, Daily paid, Full time, Contract work, Locum, Immediate start, Remote work, Monday to Friday, Flexible hours, Shift work

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