Physician - Family

SEARHC; Sitka (AK); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Sign-on Bonus

Dental and Vision

Job summary

SEARHC is seeking a full-time Family Medicine Physician in Sitka, AK. The role provides comprehensive primary care across all ages, with emphasis on patient-centered care and team collaboration. Board certification in Family Medicine is required or must be achieved within 3 years of hire.

A current Alaska license and DEA registration are required. Responsibilities include documentation, coordination of care, preventive services, and potential outreach to local facilities to meet patient needs.

Qualifications

• State of Alaska Medical License as an MD or DO.
• Board Certified in Family Medicine or Board Eligible with certification within 3 years of start date.
• Active DEA registration and SEARHC medical staff privileges.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive family medicine services to patients of all ages.
• Document care accurately and timely per SEARHC policies.
• Coordinate care, referrals, and preventive services; participate in quality initiatives.
• Possibly provide services outside the clinic to meet patient needs.

Skills

Communication

Clinical leadership

Team collaboration

EMR proficiency

Education

Alaska Medical License (MD/DO)

Board Certification in Family Medicine

Tools

EMR system

DEA registration

Job description

## Physician - FamilyApplylocations: AK - Sitkatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: JR102729The Family Practice Physician provides comprehensive family medicine services within the scope of training and experience to people of all ages and genders. Medical care provided is consistent with SEARHC policy and procedure, Medical Staff Bylaws, and nationally recognized medical standards of care.SEARHC is a non-profit health consortium which serves the health interests of the residents of Southeast Alaska. We see our employees as our strongest assets. It is our priority to further their development and our organization by aiding in their professional advancement.Working at SEARHC is more than a job, it’s a fulfilling career. We offer generous benefits, including retirement, paid time off, paid parental leave, health insurance, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance and long and short-term disability, and more.**Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job*** Provides comprehensive primary care including but not limited to diagnosis, treatment, minor procedures, coordination of care, referral, preventative care, and health maintenance to a dedicated panel of patients.* Maintains accurate and timely documentation of services in accordance with SEARHC policy.* Provides optimal patient experience using strong listening and communication skills that build long term patient care relationships.* Actively participates in SEARHC quality patient care initiatives and quality assurance programs.* Actively participates in provider and clinic meetings, and SEARHC medical staff functions.* At times the Physician may be directed to provide services outside of the clinic to meet the patient’s needs, e.g., local long-term care center, Pioneer Home, patient’s home, and local schools**Education,** **Certifications, and Licenses Required*** State of Alaska Medical License as an MD or DO.* Board Eligible or Board Certified in Family Medicine. If Board Eligible, at the time of hire, must be Board Certified within 3 years of start date.* Maintains active unrestricted DEA registration.* Maintains active SEARHC medical staff privileges.* BLS required**Knowledge of*** Well versed in the principles and practices of primary care* Is aware of standards of care, EMTALA, HIPAA, health care risk management principles, medical ethics, and medical malpractice principles.**Skills in*** Communicating in an open, respectful, helpful, supportive, and collaborative manner with staff and patients.**Ability to*** Provide high quality health care services including the performance of medical procedures appropriate to the outpatient setting.* Provide clinical leadership, promotes teamwork and collaboration, provides clinical guidance as requested for midlevel providers, and resolves conflict.* Efficiently utilize the electronic medical record and other clinically required technology.* Express ideas clearly through oral and written communication skills, analyze complex situations efficiently and problem solve, and effectively implement clinical program strategies.**Required Certifications**:*If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!*### About Southeast Alaska Regional Health Consortium**We Want You to Join our Team** Southeast Alaska is home to some of the world’s most breathtaking landscapes, proudest Native cultures, and thriving pioneer spirits. SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium (SEARHC) helps to keep it healthy.Every career with SEARHC comes with a positive work culture, a team with shared values, and competitive benefits. SEARHC offers sign-on bonuses for Registered Nurses, Hot Jobs and Certified Nurses Assistants.At SEARHC, we are passionate about enhancing the health and wellbeing of our team as well as the communities we serve.