Primary Care PA– Southeast Alaska – 15k/month
Job at a glance
Job description
This Locum Tenens opportunity places you in the heart of beautiful and rural Southeast Alaska where the best of Alaska meets the comfort of modern amenities. We are seeking a Physician Assistant (PA) who is able to commit to 3+ months to help ensure continuity of care for patients who will truly value your presence. This is a primary care role that is deeply integrated with behavioral health – experience working in behavioral health is highly preferred. You'll work in a supportive environment with a Nurse Practitioner, virtual PMHNP, and support staff, who are dedicated in providing care to this community. Are you ready to make an impact?
Location: Southeast Alaska
Job Type: 1099 Locum Tenens Contract
Date Range: March 2026 and ongoing
Compensation:
- $99.00 hourly rate
- $148.50 holiday hourly rate (limited holidays apply)
Schedule:
- Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm
- No Call, No Weekends!
Responsibilities:
- Patient Volume: Averages 3 patients per hour (24/day)
- Staffing Mix: MA, NP, PMHNP (virtual), Receptionists
- This primary care roll is significantly integrated with behavioral health. Providers will be addressing patient's behavioral health concerns while working closely with the full treatment team
- Performing comprehensive assessments and management of acute and chronic conditions (physical and mental health)
- Physical exams, prescribing medication, ordering/interpreting diagnostics
- Medication oversight (including MAR reviews and MAT support)
- Participating in urgent and crisis responses
Position Requirements:
- Active Alaska State Physician Assistant (PA) license
- Board Certification
- Active BLS
- Active DEA registration
- Minimum 2-years primary care experience
- Experience in behavioral health 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 www.wildernessmedicalstaffing.com, or contact a recruiter today to inquire about our open and upcoming positions.
All inquiries are confidential.