Pediatric Hospitalist

SupportFinity™; Fairbanks (AK); On-site; USD 250,000 - 330,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k plan

Medical, dental, vision coverage

CME reimbursement

Malpractice insurance covered

PSLF eligibility

Temporary housing support

Job summary

Foundation Health Partners in Fairbanks, Alaska, seeks a BC/BE pediatrician to provide in‑house 24/7 coverage with a 7‑person team across 12/24 hour shifts. Opportunities include involvement with residents and growth in leadership within the health system.

Applicants should have a medical degree, license to practice in Alaska, and DEA registration. The role offers professional autonomy and a comprehensive benefits package within a community hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved school of medicine with licensure in state where he/she practices.
• Board Eligible/Board Certified by appropriate certifying board. Current DEA number.
• Must apply for and maintain Medical Staff membership and clinical privileges at appropriate facilities if required by employment agreement.

Responsibilities

• Attend newborn deliveries and participate in high‑risk deliveries.
• Provide in‑house 24/7 coverage with a 7‑person team across 12/24 hour shifts.
• Supervise rotating pediatric residents/medical students and foster leadership growth.
• Collaborate across pediatrics, ED, surgery, and NICU to stabilize patients and coordinate transport.

Skills

Pediatrics

PALS/NRP

Board Certification/Eligible

Education

MD/DO

Job description

Make your move to Alaska! Experience the midnight sun in the summer, a front-row seat to the northern lights in the winter, and the opportunity to advance your career and join a great team.

The Opportunity

• BC/BE in general pediatrics plus PALS/NRP needed
• Approximately 1100 deliveries/year with peds in attendance at high-risk deliveries
• 24/7 in-house coverage divided amongst our 7-person team in 12/24 hours shifts with flexibility in scheduling
• Full time is 6-7 scheduled 24hr shifts/month (additional shifts/compensation possible)
• Ample/flexible days off to help to explore life outside of work
• Hospital areas covered Newborn Nursery, Level 2 NICU, High-risk deliveries, Pediatrics, ED/Surgery consults, Stabilization of patients prior to transport
• Attending Physician for intermittent rotating pediatric residents/medical students
• Opportunities for medical staff involvement and leadership growth

Medical Community Details

• 152 bed community owned hospital with catchment of approximately 100,000 people
• 11 bed pediatrics unit
• 12 bed level 2 nursery
• 1100 deliveries per year
• Pediatric subspecialists not in community, but assist by phone
• Closest PICU in Anchorage (1 hour away by plane)
• Seattle Children’s Hospital—Alaska Track pediatric resident site

FHP is proud to offer its providers

• Professional autonomy and clinical work freedom.
• Strong commitment to work-life balance. Not just words, our leadership values your time.
• Comprehensive benefits package - 401k, medical, dental, vision, etc.
• $5,000 paid CME, licensure/credential reimbursement, and covered malpractice insurance.
• Opportunity to collaborate with the state's most extensive multidisciplinary health system.
• 501(c)(3) non-profit status = eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
• 90 days of temporary housing for relocating providers.

Living in Fairbanks

As the second largest city in Alaska, Fairbanks offers a unique blend of large town amenities, breathtaking landscapes, and plenty of wide-open space. With a rich history and plentiful diversity, Fairbanks is proud to be called the Golden Heart City, and only once you visit will you understand the name to be true. Located in central Alaska with approximately 100,000 residents in the surrounding areas. College Town - University of Alaska, Fairbanks, UAF Community & Technical College. Military Community - Ft. Wainwright Army Post & Eielson Air Force Base. 15 Elementary, 4 Middle, and 4 High Schools. Year-round robust youth sports programs.

An easily accessible airport is less than 10 minutes from the hospital. No state income tax and no sales tax.

Summer activities Midnight sun, hiking, fishing, camping, gold panning, kayaking, berry picking, community-wide festivals, and events. Winter activities Northern lights, skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, hockey, curling, ice fishing, dog mushing, hunting, ice art, etc.

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Minimum Qualifications

Graduate of an approved school of medicine with licensure in state where he/she practices.

Board Eligible/Board Certified by appropriate certifying board. Current DEA number.

Must apply for and maintain Medical Staff membership and clinical privileges at appropriate facilities if required by Physician’s employment agreement. Requires commitment to healthcare and concern for people in distress, critical listening skills and ability to communicate clearly, desire to work with all types of people and work as a team member and excellent interpersonal skills. Able to meet desired business outcomes while maintaining quality of care. Must be willing to update skills constantly.

Preferred Qualifications

Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

q ualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

Foundation Health Partners is an EEO/AAP employer.

About the company

Foundation Health Partners