Endocrinology Physician - Anchorage, Alaska

Job Description
Join a dynamic pediatric endocrinology team in Anchorage, AK, providing comprehensive in-person clinic care and round-the-clock virtual hospital call coverage. This locum tenens role blends full-time outpatient clinic duties (Monday-Friday, 8 am-5 pm) with weeknight beeper and 24-hour weekend beeper calls, plus two weeks per month of continuous virtual call. Ideal candidates thrive in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment and are committed to long-term continuity of care for children with endocrine disorders.

Key Details

• Assignment Type: Locum Tenens
• Setting: Outpatient Clinic / Hospital
• Start Date: January (ASAP)
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm clinic + weeknight beeper call; 24-hour weekend beeper call; two weeks per month of 24/7 virtual hospital call
• Patient Population: Pediatric
• Location: Anchorage, AK
• Stipends: Housing and travel options can be discussed for non-local candidates

Benefits

• Weekly direct deposit
• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
• Supportive credentialing assistance
• Lodging and mileage reimbursement (if applicable)
• Flexible scheduling (optional if applicable)

Job Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive pediatric endocrine evaluations and management in an outpatient clinic setting.
• Conduct approximately 15 patient encounters per clinic shift.
• Participate in weeknight beeper call and maintain 24-hour beeper coverage on weekends.
• Deliver continuous virtual hospital call coverage (24 hours per day) for two weeks each month, ensuring seamless care continuity.
• Document all encounters accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and multidisciplinary team members both in-person and via telehealth.
• Adhere to hospital policies, clinical guidelines, and quality- improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Board certified in Endocrinology (pediatric focus preferred).
• Active medical license; ability to obtain a temporary Alaska license while full licensure is in process.
• DEA registration required.
• Current ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications.
• Fellowship training in Pediatric Endocrinology (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum 90-day credentialing timeframe.

Working Hours

• Clinical Hours: 40 hours per week (8 hours per day, Monday-Friday).
• Overtime: Applied after 40 clinical hours per week as per facility policy.
• Call Coverage: Weeknight beeper call; 24-hour weekend beeper call; 24/7 virtual call for two weeks each month.

Skills

• Expertise in pediatric endocrine disorders and management plans.
• Proficiency with telehealth platforms and virtual patient monitoring.
• Strong communication and bedside manner with children and families.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary setting.
• Familiarity with EMR documentation and billing procedures.
• Excellent organizational skills to balance clinic and call responsibilities.