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Per Diem General Surgeon
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What they do
An Emergency Room Physician Assistant provides medical care to patients, under the supervision of a physician or surgeon. Works in emergency rooms or emergency departments, and is licensed to practice medicine but has less formal certification than a physician. Performs duties delegated by a physician such as recording patient medical histories, ordering diagnostic tests, or giving immunizations.
$134,505 / year median in Alaska
+19% projected growth
Job Description
Seeking a Per Diem board-eligible/board-certified General Surgeon who is interested in living and working in a unique and beautiful location. Join the compassionate providers at Providence Kodiak Island Medical Center and enjoy the many benefits of working within a supportive and close-knit community. Experience all that the beautiful and scenic state of Alaska has to offer from the welcoming community of Kodiak Island. Per Diem position Sign-on bonus and relocation support offered with this position Experienced physician with ability to obtain an Alaska medical license required Ideal candidate will have a passion for rural medicine and a dedication to high-quality care Where You'll Work Providence Kodiak Island Medical Center is the sole provider of acute and emergency care for Kodiak Island. Accredited by The Joint Commission and designated as a Level IV trauma center by the State of Alaska, this 25-bed critical-access hospital plays an indispensable role in the lives of 14,000 Kodiak residents, the Coast Guard base and neighboring villages. With a state-of-the-art MRI and 64-slice CT, this hospital receives high marks, and providers are able to offer advanced care. Where You'll Live Kodiak is renowned for its fishing, massive Kodiak brown bears and lush mountains. Residents also take pride in excellent public and private schools, organized youth sports, churches, museums and numerous community events. The island's diverse community includes Alaska Natives, Asians, Hispanics and Pacific Islanders. Minutes from the city, you can enjoy beachcombing, hiking in a magnificent forest or salmon fishing in a pristine stream. Who You'll Work For Providence is a nationally recognized, comprehensive healthcare organization spanning seven states with a universal mission — to provide compassionate care to all who need its services, especially the poor and vulnerable. Its 122,000-plus caregivers/employees (including 34,000 physicians) serve in 51 hospitals, more than 1,000 clinics and a comprehensive range of health and social services.
Moreau@psdrecruit.org
Moreau@psdrecruit.org Contact Me
Providence:
One name, one family, one extraordinary health system. Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veteranJob ID Number:
31665Facility Name:
Providence Kodiak Island Medical Center Location Name:
Kodiak Brand Name:
Providence Provider Profession:
Physician/Surgeon Medical Specialty:
Surgery General Job Setting:
Hospital Type of Role:
Clinical Email:
Marykay.Moreau@psdrecruit.org
Phone Number:
(503) 203-0753Schedule:
Per Diem CP:
Yes CB:
Yes J1: No H1B:
No Let's get in touch If you have questions about this specific job or others, I'm all ears. Send me a note and we'll be one step closer to the right opportunity. Mary Kay Moreau Provider Recruiter (503) 203-0753 Marykay.Moreau@psdrecruit.org Contact Me
Benefits
- Bonuses/Stipends
- Dental Insurance