Pediatric Hospitalist

Foundation Health Partners; Fairbanks (AK); On-site; USD 240,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package, including 401k

$5,000 paid CME and license reimbursement

90 days of temporary housing for relocating providers

Job summary

A community health organization in Fairbanks, Alaska is seeking a pediatric hospitalist to join a supportive team at a 152-bed community hospital. Responsibilities include providing 24/7 in-house coverage and attending high-risk deliveries. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including $5,000 for CME and significant professional autonomy. Ideal candidates will hold a medical degree and be board eligible or certified in pediatrics. Enjoy living in Fairbanks with no state income tax and an array of outdoor activities.

Qualifications

• Requires commitment to healthcare and concern for people in distress.
• Must apply for and maintain Medical Staff membership and clinical privileges.
• Desire to work with all types of people and work as a team member.

Responsibilities

• Provide 24/7 in-house coverage with flexibility in scheduling.
• Attend high-risk deliveries and care for infants and children.
• Supervise rotating pediatric residents and medical students.

Skills

BC/BE in general pediatrics

PALS/NRP certification

Critical listening skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Education

Graduate of an approved school of medicine

Job description

Overview

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 as you broaden your scope of practice.

The Opportunity We are looking for a pediatric hospitalist to join our team at a community hospital in Fairbanks, Alaska. We are a supportive, tight-knit group of pediatricians with a collaborative, “we’ve got your back” approach. We’re seeking the right fit to help care for the infants and children who need hospital services in our community.

Responsibilities

• 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 team in 12/24 hour shifts with flexibility in scheduling
• Hospital areas covered: Newborn Nursery, Level 2 NICU, High risk deliveries, Pediatrics, ED/Surgery consults, Stabilization of critically ill infants/children prior to transport
• Attending Physician for intermittent rotating pediatric residents and medical students

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 Benefits

• 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

• Second largest city in Alaska with about 100,000 residents
• College Town - University of Alaska Fairbanks, UAF Community & Technical College
• Military Community - Ft. Wainwright Army Post & Eielson Air Force Base
• 17 Elementary Schools | 5 Middle Schools | 5 High Schools | robust youth sports programs
• No state income tax and no sales tax

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

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Minimum Qualifications

Graduate of an approved school of medicine with licensure in the 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.

Foundation Health Partners is an EEO/AAP employer; qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

How to Apply

Submit your CV for confidential consideration to Alex Gustafson at [e-mail]. Visit our website at Physicians of Foundation Health Partners - Foundationhealthpartners to learn more. Foundation Health Partners is an EEO/AAP employer.