Description

Providence Kodiak Island Medical Center is seeking an OB Hospitalist that provides coverage for adult medicine, pediatrics, and OB services to join their team in Kodiak, Alaska. Make an impact in healthcare while exploring the scenic landscape of Kodiak, Alaska. Kodiak Island allows you to practice inpatient medicine in a small, but adventurous, town. You will work closely with local primary care physicians to create a smooth transition for patients being discharged from the facility. OB component includes surgical obstetric coverage, this is a MUST. Obstetric fellowship preferred, but all qualified candidates will be considered

• 12 hours on-site, 12 hours on-call
• Inpatient care only
• Must have 2 years' experience, including obstetrics
• Physicians from Alaska preferred

Where You'll Work

Providence Kodiak Island Medical Center is the sole provider of acute and emergency care for Kodiak Island. Accredited by The Joint Commission and designated as a Level IV trauma center by the State of Alaska, this 25-bed critical-access hospital plays an indispensable role in the lives of 14,000 Kodiak residents, the Coast Guard base and neighboring villages. With a state-of-the-art MRI and 64-slice CT, this hospital receives high marks, and providers are able to offer advanced care.

Where You'll Live

Kodiak is famous for its fishing, huge Kodiak brown bears and lush mountains. The Kodiak Islanders also pride themselves on lesser-known highlights, such as excellent public and private schools, organized youth sports, several churches, museums and dozens of annual community events. The island's tight-knit population of 14,000 is rich in cultural diversity, including Alaska Natives, Asians, Hispanics and Pacific Islanders. Within minutes of the city, you can be beachcombing, hiking in a magnificent forest or salmon fishing in a pristine stream.

Who You'll Work For

Providence is a nationally recognized, comprehensive health care organization spanning seven states with a universal mission - to provide compassionate care to all who need its services, especially the poor and vulnerable. Its 119,000-plus caregivers/employees serve in 51 hospitals, more than 800 clinics and a comprehensive range of health and social services. Providence: one name, one family, one extraordinary health system.

Check out our benefits page for more information.

Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veteran

Job ID Number: 26128