This job is closed
Applications are no longer available for this announcement. Explore current related opportunities below.
Job description
Doctor of Medicine | Psychiatry - General/Other Location: Alaska Employer: LocumTenens.com Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Start Date: ASAP
About the Position
LocumJobsOnline is working with LocumTenens.com to find a qualified Psychiatry MD in Alaska!
This Job at a Glance
Job Reference Id: ORD- -MD-AK
Title: MD
Dates Needed: Late September 2026 - End of November 2026
Shift Type: Day Shift
Assignment Type: Inpatient
Call Required: Negotiable
Board Certification Required: No
Job Duration: Locums
About the Facility This inpatient facility is seeking a locum tenens psychiatrist for short-term coverage from late September 2026 through the end of November 2026. The facility maintains a structured clinical environment supported by a multidisciplinary team that includes RNs, LPNs, and Therapists. Established clinical protocols are in place to support continuity of psychiatric care delivery throughout the coverage period.
About the Facility Location Alaska offers a range of regional attractions and outdoor recreation opportunities suited to varied interests. The state provides access to natural landscapes, wildlife programs, and year-round activities spanning cultural experiences and outdoor exploration. Clinicians on assignment will find regional amenities and recreational opportunities accessible throughout the state.
About the Clinician's Workday Clinicians in this role will provide full-time inpatient psychiatric services for patients of all ages, working Monday through Friday during day shifts, totaling 40 hours per week on-site. Clinical responsibilities include conducting psychiatric evaluations and providing medication management for patients presenting with a wide range of mental health diagnoses, including suicidal ideation and self-harm. Weekend and call coverage are available as negotiable options for this assignment. Prescriptive authority and an active Alaska medical license are required for all clinicians considered for this position.
Additional Job Details
Case Load/PPD: Variable
Support Staff: RNs, LPNs, Therapists
Patient Population: All Ages
Location Type: On-Site
Prescriptive Authority Required: Yes
Government: No
Shift Hours: Full time (40 hours)
Cases Treated: Inpatient psychiatric conditions; wide range of mental health diagnoses including suicidal ideation and self-harm; all ages
Average Length of Stay: 30 days
Census: Variable
Med Checks/Follow-up per day: Variable
Initial Evaluation Time: Variable
Why choose LocumTenens.com? Our services are 100% free for clinicians and are designed for a seamless experience with every assignment:
Precision job matching with proprietary algorithm
Rapid credentialing with Axuall Digital Wallet
Concierge support with a dedicated clinician deployment specialist
Digital hub for assignment details
Contact:
About LocumTenens.com
The need has never been greater to connect great clinicians and great healthcare facilities. That’s what we do. Every day. We’re LocumTenens.com. We connect clients and clinicians to take care of patients. How do we do it? By doing it better than everyone else. Whether you’re looking for a locum tenens job or locum tenens coverage, our experienced agents have the specialized knowledge, know-how, and personal relationships to take care of you and your search.
LocumTenens.com provides comprehensive onboarding and optional 1099 financial consulting from a partner advisor.
We cover your malpractice insurance (A++) and provide assistance with credentialing, privileging, licensing, housing and travel.
Our LocumTenens.com agents have the specialized knowledge and personal connections to provide the best locum tenens experience and negotiate top pay on your behalf.
EXPPLAT
PandoLogic. Category:Healthcare, Keywords:Psychiatrist, Location:Anchorage, AK-99503
Worksite address
anchorage, AK, 99503, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.