MD/DO - Physician/Family Medicine
Relief Physician Opportunity – Ketchikan, AK
Schedule: Monday–Friday,
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Setting: Outpatient-only clinic with no call and no weekends
Position Highlights
- Patient
Volume: Approximately 50 patients
per week
- Patient
Mix: 60% adult / 40% pediatric
- Visit
Type: Combination of scheduled and walk-in visits
- Community
Size: ~8,000 residents
- EHR: Cerner
- Travel
Access: 4 commercial flights daily to
Seattle
Position Structure & Compensation
- Employment
Type: Preferred as Relief Physician (1099
contractor)
- Pay
Rate: $150/hour DOE
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver
outpatient primary care to a diverse patient population
- Diagnose,
treat, and manage a wide range of acute and chronic conditions
- Provide
preventive health education and follow-up care
- Collaborate
with other clinic staff in a team-based care model
- Ensure
complete and accurate documentation using Cerner
- Contribute
to quality initiatives and continuous care improvements
Minimum Qualifications
- MD
or DO from an accredited U.S. medical school
- Active
license to practice in any U.S. state, DC, or Puerto Rico
- Must
be eligible for (or already hold) an Alaska license for direct tribal hire
- Valid
driver’s license with acceptable driving record
- Must
pass background check under P.L. 101-630 (for positions involving
children/families)
Why Work in Ketchikan – Especially in the
Summer & Fall
Ketchikan, known as “Alaska’s First City,” is
a scenic island community nestled in the heart of the Tongass National Forest.
Working here in the summer and fall offers a truly special
experience:
Summer Highlights (May–August)
- Extended
daylight hours for hiking, kayaking, and fishing
after work
- Enjoy
the vibrant cruise season, art walks, seafood festivals, and
cultural events
- Mild
coastal weather, with highs averaging in the 60s–70s°F
- Lush
green trails, waterfalls, and wildlife viewing – whales, eagles, and bears
included
Fall Highlights (September–October)
- Beautiful
displays of autumn foliage across forests and fjords
- Quieter
pace as tourism winds down, ideal for restorative
nature time
- Peak
season for salmon runs and berry picking
- Opportunities
for Northern Lights viewing as nights grow longer
Whether you're looking for work-life balance, outdoor
adventure, or meaningful community impact, Ketchikan in the warmer months
offers the perfect blend of professional fulfillment and personal
enrichment.
About
Arc Health
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