$250K - $300K
Family Medicine Physician
SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium (SEARHC) · Sitka, AK
Posted September 30, 2026
Sitka, AK · 222 Tongass Drive, Sitka, AK, US, 99835
Join SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium (SEARHC)- a distinguished non-profit health consortium dedicated to providing comprehensive healthcare services to the residents of beautiful Southeast Alaska. We are seeking a compassionate, full‑time Family Medicine Physician to join an established and collegial primary care team at the Mt. Edgecumbe Medical Center. New graduates are welcome to apply!
Why Choose SEARHC?
· As one of the largest Native-run healthcare organizations in the United States, SEARHC is committed to providing quality healthcare that honors the traditions of Alaska Native people and American Indians, while ensuring that advanced medical technologies are made accessible to all.
- Brand-new clinic and co-located hospital with modern infrastructure in the new $300 million Mt. Edgecumbe Medical Center opened in April 2026.
- In 2021 SEARHC opened the Wrangell Medical Center. With plans to build a third critical-access hospital in Haines. In addition to the dozens of established outpatient and traveling clinics throughout the region.
Compensation & Benefits:
· Compensation salary: $263,764 -$292,527 based on years of experience, with additional productivity bonus based on wRVUs, and quality incentives.
· Financial incentives: $35,000 Sign-On Bonus and $25,000 Relocation Assistance. Educational Loan Reimbursement programs with IHS, PSLF, and NHSC.
· Healthcare benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage with flexible spending options (FSAs).
· Life insurance and wellness: Basic life insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Accident - Critical Illness – Hospital Insurances, Identity & Fraud Protection, Legal Insurance, and Pet Insurance.
· Professional development: $6000 pre-tax annual CME allowance.
· Retirement planning: 401k plan with up to 5% employer match beginning on your date of hire, Roth and 457b plans.
Schedule and Work-Life Balance
· Workweek: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., with telemedicine included and four hours of administrative time. No Call.
· Generous Time Off: 33 days (264 hours) annually, including holidays, and 10 days (80 hours) of CME.
Practice Details:
· Clinic facilities: 16 exam spaces with two procedure rooms. One medical assistant per physician, dedicated Primary Care nurse case manager, nurse triage, and nutritionist. Ancillary services include Mammogram, CT, DEXA, Ultrasound including ECHO, X‑ray, laboratory services, and MRI.
· Patient Volume: 12-18 pediatric patients per day in clinic, plus 4 hours of administrative time weekly. Occasional long-term care and home visits. EMR and tools include Meditech, Dragon Dictation, and DAX AI assisted documentation.
Qualifications:
· MD or DO with active/unrestricted Alaska medical license or ability to obtain license.
· Board-certified or board-eligible in Family Medicine.
· Unrestricted DEA.
· Required: BLS.
What Our Physicians Say:
“SEARHC shares in our vision of creating a medical practice that treats every patient with dignity and optimum care. We are eager to combine the strengths of our respective organizations and further enhance the services we can offer the Juneau community and greater southeast region. Our shared commitment to recruiting and retaining highly trained and compassionate medical professionals, while bringing increasingly advanced technologies and innovations to Juneau, helps us deliver on that vision.”
- Catherine Peimann, M.D.
Community and Lifestyle:
- Location: Experience the unmatched beauty and lifestyle of Sitka, Alaska—where oceanfront living, abundant outdoor recreation, and a close-knit community come together to create a truly unique and rewarding place to live and practice.
- Affordability: Alaska has no state income tax — residents keep more of their paycheck compared to most other states.
- Education: Sitka offers a highly regarded school system with small class sizes, strong academic performance, and a supportive, community-centered environment—ideal for families seeking a high-quality education experience.
- Transportation: Sitka offers convenient and reliable transportation, with daily commercial flights connecting to Seattle and Juneau, a local road system that makes getting around town simple, and access to the Alaska Marine Highway ferry system for scenic regional travel throughout Southeast Alaska.
- Culture: Sitka offers a rich cultural experience, blending strong Alaska Native heritage—particularly Tlingit traditions—with a vibrant arts community, local festivals, and a deep sense of history that creates a unique and welcoming environment.
Working at SEARHC is more than a job—it’s the opportunity to build a fulfilling and rewarding career and to learn more please reach out to Provider Recruiter, Lyndse Clark: LClark@searhc.org or at (907)463-7531.
Employer
SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium (SEARHC)
The SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium (SEARHC) is a distinguished non-profit health consortium dedicated to providing comprehensive healthcare services to the residents of Southeast Alaska. Established in 1975 under the provisions of the Indian Self-Determination Act, SEARHC has played a pivotal role in advancing the health and well-being of the Alaskan communities it serves.
SEARHC’s history is one of resilience, innovation, and community collaboration. What began as a response to the unique healthcare needs of Alaska’s remote and diverse populations has evolved into a model of integrated care that encompasses medical, dental, behavioral health, and community-based services.