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Psychiatry position in Ketchikan, Alaska

Employer
PeaceHealth
Location
Ketchikan, Alaska
Posted Date
Mar 8, 2018

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Specialty
Psychiatry
Position Type
Permanent

Make a difference in the community you serve.  Ketchikan, Alaska is perfect if you are looking for an outdoor playground, small town living and co-workers who will treat you like family. PeaceHealth Ketchikan Medical center seeks to hire a Psychiatrist for their community. Educational Loan Reimbursement potential up to $200,000!

 Just a few of the great things about Ketchikan:

  • Housing with world class views!  Ketchikan has some amazing housing deals, and no matter where you live there the views are sure to be extraordinary.
  • We offer a hospital based day care with minimal cost to employees.
  • The people of Ketchikan are warm, engaged and welcoming.  Those who are new to Ketchikan are amazed at how easy it is to get involved in the community, and in all the help they find getting settled in.
  • It’s the “Salmon Capital of the World.”  Huge runs of salmon migrate from the ocean in to the local waters.  Come experience world class fishing and catch a 30lb King Salmon on your lunch break!
  • Kayak the local waters and enjoy some of the most scenic views in the world.  Don’t forget to make your way to the seven state parks on the island, too!
  • Art and Culture: Home to a diverse population of artists that captures Alaska’s beauty and cultural attributes.  You’ll also find frequent theater and musical performances all year long!
  • Enjoy incredible seafood cuisine:  Not only is the salmon fresh, restaurants serve up some of the best halibut, crab, shrimp, oysters and clams- all of which are locally sourced.
  • Schools in Ketchikan are top notch.  The city offers educational alternatives with two charter schools and an alternative high school.  The island also has a University of Alaska Southeast campus.
  • Great access to the lower 48!  Just a 90 minute flight from Seattle, with many direct flights daily. 

Here's a great video about PeaceHealth and the community of Ketchikan: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GB9BAyyu8ys&feature=youtu.be

 See more about Ketchikan, Alaska here: http://www.visit-ketchikan.com/en/About-Ketchikan/Ketchikan-Videos/Ketchikan-Overview

 Practice Highlights

  • Two provider practice. 
  • Opportunity to develop visiting clinics in surrounding communities
  • Organizational engagement in implementing all ACA related delivery improvements
  • Compensation up to MGMA 75%

A few benefits of working with PeaceHealth:  

  • Integrated physician-led medical group
  • Medical home model with care teams and EPIC health records
  • Competitive compensation plus signing bonus
  • Educational Loan Repayment program for those who qualify
  • CME reimbursement & Relocation assistance
  • Fully paid malpractice insurance
  • Two excellent health coverage options
  • Exceptional retirement plans plus optional supplemental plan for providers
  • Employee Wellness Program with FitBit allowance and up to $400 in incentives for healthy lifestyles
  • Opportunity to participate to mission trips to El Salvador

Candidates needing J1/H1-B Visa sponsorship are encouraged to apply!

Apply on the PeaceHealth Career site- requisition #121708 or contact Danny Keo, Provider Recruitment Manager, DKeo@PeaceHealth.org

PeaceHealth, based in Vancouver, Wash., is a not-for-profit Catholic health system offering care to communities in Washington, Oregon and Alaska. PeaceHealth has approximately 16,000 caregivers, a multi-specialty medical group practice with more than 900 providers and 10 medical centers serving both urban and rural communities throughout the Northwest.

EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state, or federal laws.

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