Pediatric Endocrinology Physician | Flexible Coverage
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Job description
Specialty: Pediatric Endocrinology
Description
Seeking a board-certified Pediatric Endocrinologist for a long-term locum tenens opportunity in Anchorage, Alaska, beginning January 2027. This role offers a unique combination of in-person pediatric specialty care, virtual hospital call coverage, and the opportunity to support continuity of care for children and adolescents with endocrine conditions.
The ideal candidate is interested in an ongoing commitment, with a schedule that combines onsite clinic weeks and remote call coverage weeks. Physicians who can provide consistent coverage across both settings are strongly encouraged to apply.
Opportunity Highlights
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Start Date: January 1, 2027
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Assignment Duration: Through January 1, 2028, with ongoing coverage needs
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Clinic Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
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Flexible Coverage Model: Approximately two weeks onsite and two weeks of virtual call coverage per month
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Call: Weeknight beeper call and 24-hour weekend call during onsite weeks; 24-hour virtual call during remote coverage weeks
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Patient Volume: Approximately 15 patients per shift
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EMR: Epic
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Location: Anchorage, Alaska
Job Responsibilities
Provide outpatient consultations and inpatient pediatric endocrinology support
Develop individualized treatment plans and monitor patient progress
Provide clinical recommendations through virtual hospital consultations and call coverage
Coordinate care with pediatricians, hospital-based providers, advanced practice providers, and other specialists
Respond to beeper calls and provide timely clinical guidance
Maintain accurate patient records and documentation using Epic EMR
Support continuity of care across onsite clinic and remote coverage periods
Qualifications
Board certification in the relevant specialty required
Fellowship training in Pediatric Endocrinology preferred
Active DEA registration required
Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required
Active Alaska medical license preferred; candidates without an active Alaska license may be considered for presentation
Willingness and ability to obtain Alaska licensure, including a temporary license where applicable
Experience managing pediatric endocrine conditions in inpatient and outpatient settings
Ability to provide both onsite clinical care and virtual hospital call coverage
Current CV required for consideration
Epic EMR experience preferred
Working Hours
Onsite Clinic: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, approximately two weeks per month
Onsite Week Call: Weeknight beeper call and 24-hour weekend beeper call
Remote Coverage: Approximately two weeks per month of virtual call coverage, available 24 hours per day
Guaranteed Hours: 8 hours per scheduled clinic day
Overtime: Applies after 40 clinical hours per week
Assignment Duration: Long-term, with coverage planned through January 2028
Skills
Acute and chronic pediatric condition management
Inpatient and outpatient consultations
Pediatric diabetes and metabolic disorder management
Pediatric hormone and growth disorder assessment
Virtual hospital consultation and telehealth
Clinical triage and beeper call management
Interdisciplinary care coordination
Epic EMR documentation
Continuity of care across onsite and remote settings