Gastroenterology Job in Alaska | $750K Base | Outpatient or 7-On/7-Off | 54+ Days PTO

Build a rewarding Gastroenterology career in Alaska with exceptional compensation, scheduling flexibility, and the opportunity to practice medicine in a truly distinctive healthcare environment. This position offers physicians the freedom to choose between a traditional outpatient practice and a hospitalist-style schedule, allowing you to structure your career around your professional and personal priorities. As part of a major regional referral center serving patients from throughout Alaska, you will encounter a diverse patient population with unique healthcare needs and opportunities to make a meaningful clinical impact. The practice emphasizes comprehensive, bread-and-butter Gastroenterology without requiring advanced procedures or a dedicated Hepatology focus. Physicians benefit from a supportive clinical environment designed to promote efficient patient care, professional collaboration, and long-term satisfaction. Whether you're seeking a predictable outpatient schedule or extended blocks of time away from work, this opportunity combines financial rewards with the flexibility to enjoy everything Alaska has to offer.

Position, Compensation & Organization Highlights

Compensation & Benefits

• $750,000 guaranteed base salary
• $50,000 sign-on bonus and $20,000 relocation assistance
• Sign-on and relocation incentives paid within 30 days of signing
• $50,000 in tax-free student loan repayment over 2 years
• 54.5 days of PTO, including 32.5 vacation days, 10 CME days, and 12 holidays
• $6,000 CME allowance
• All travel and lodging expenses covered
• Occurrence-based malpractice coverage through the Federal Tort Claims Act
• J-1, H-1B, and IHS obligation opportunities available

Practice & Scheduling

• Outpatient schedule of Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM-5:00 PM
• Alternative hospitalist schedules of 7-on/7-off or 14-on/14-off
• Manageable outpatient volume averaging just 12 patients per day, including telemedicine
• Approximately 20 endoscopic procedures per week
• Two dedicated endoscopy suites
• No required ERCP, EUS, or Hepatology
• Limited call responsibilities with opportunities for additional paid call
• GI APPs and extensive clinical support staff
• Access to an extensive medication formulary

Hospital & Organization

• 176-bed, Joint Commission-accredited Level II Trauma Center
• Approximately 50,000 annual Emergency Department visits
• 11 operating rooms and 4 ambulatory surgery center operating rooms
• Advanced imaging technology, including PET-CT, 256-slice CT, and 3.0/1.5 MRI
• Cerner electronic medical record system
• Statewide referral network serving Alaska Native populations

Experience Anchorage, Alaska

Imagine building your career in a place where spectacular natural beauty, modern city conveniences, and unforgettable adventures are all part of everyday life. Anchorage offers physicians a rare combination of metropolitan amenities and access to some of North America's most breathtaking wilderness, with glaciers, mountains, forests, and waterways shaping the surrounding landscape. The city's approximately 400,000-person metropolitan area provides a vibrant community with established neighborhoods, shopping, educational opportunities, and a thriving cultural scene. Wildlife sightings and outdoor recreation are woven into daily life, offering experiences that few other cities can match. Families can choose from a variety of housing options, including waterfront properties, traditional neighborhoods, and hillside homes with expansive mountain views. With convenient air travel, diverse entertainment, and substantial financial advantages, Anchorage offers an exceptional opportunity to enjoy a fulfilling career while embracing an adventurous lifestyle.

Community Highlights

• No state income tax or statewide sales tax
• Approximately 45 minutes from Alyeska Ski Resort, featuring skiing, aerial trams, sky bridges, and helicopter tours
• Exceptional wildlife viewing, including bears, moose, and elk
• Salmon fishing available within the city
• Two universities serving more than 11,000 students with 100 degree and certificate programs
• Nine charter schools, International Baccalaureate programs, and STEM educational opportunities
• Early c