Physician Emergency Medicine - Competitive Salary

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