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-221367-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 FacilityThis 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 LocationAlaska 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 WorkdayClinicians 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
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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.
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