Endocrinology Physician

Job Description
Join a dynamic pediatric endocrinology team in Anchorage, AK, providing comprehensive in person clinic care and round the clock virtual hospital call coverage. This locum tenens role blends full time outpatient clinic duties (Monday Friday, 8 am 5 pm) with weeknight beeper and 24 hour weekend beeper calls, plus two weeks per month of continuous virtual call. Ideal candidates thrive in a fast paced, multidisciplinary environment and are committed to long term continuity of care for children with endocrine disorders.

Key Details

• Assignment Type: Locum Tenens
• Setting: Outpatient Clinic / Hospital
• Start Date: January (ASAP)
• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm clinic + weeknight beeper call; 24 hour weekend beeper call; two weeks per month of 24/7 virtual hospital call
• Patient Population: Pediatric
• Location: Anchorage, AK
• Stipends: Housing and travel options can be discussed for non local candidates

Benefits

• Weekly direct deposit
• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
• Supportive credentialing assistance
• Lodging and mileage reimbursement (if applicable)
• Flexible scheduling (optional if applicable)

Job Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive pediatric endocrine evaluations and management in an outpatient clinic setting.
• Conduct approximately 15 patient encounters per clinic shift.
• Participate in weeknight beeper call and maintain 24 hour beeper coverage on weekends.
• Deliver continuous virtual hospital call coverage (24 hours per day) for two weeks each month, ensuring seamless care continuity.
• Document all encounters accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and multidisciplinary team members both in person and via telehealth.
• Adhere to hospital policies, clinical guidelines, and quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Board certified in Endocrinology (pediatric focus preferred).
• Active medical license; ability to obtain a temporary Alaska license while full licensure is in process.
• DEA registration required.
• Current ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications.
• Fellowship training in Pediatric Endocrinology (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum 90 day credentialing timeframe.

Working Hours

• Clinical Hours: 40 hours per week (8 hours per day, Monday Friday).
• Overtime: Applied after 40 clinical hours per week as per facility policy.
• Call Coverage: Weeknight beeper call; 24 hour weekend beeper call; 24/7 virtual call for two weeks each month.

Skills

• Expertise in pediatric endocrine disorders and management plans.
• Proficiency with telehealth platforms and virtual patient monitoring.
• Strong communication and bedside manner with children and families.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary setting.
• Familiarity with EMR documentation and billing procedures.
• Excellent organizational skills to balance clinic and call responsibilities.