North Star Behavioral Health·Anchorage, Alaska
Provide weekend rounding and evening call coverage for adult units within a freestanding behavioral hospital. Deliver compassionate care to patients in an inpatient psychiatric setting.
Opportunity Details Inpatient Psychiatrist | PRN, Weekends, Moonlighting | Anchorage, Alaska North Star Behavioral Health System has been among the top providers of behavioral health services in the state of Alaska since 1984, with the goal of supporting the whole family.
Located in Anchorage, AK, North Star offers healing environments through our acute care and residential treatment programs.
Our facility holds great expectations for bringing hope and healing to children and adolescents by positively impacting their emotional and behavioral health through the compassionate care we provide.
Dedicated to excellence, North Star is accredited by The Joint Commission.
Details Position: Inpatient Moonlighting - Adult Psychiatrist.
Inpatient care, freestanding behavioral hospital.
Onsite coverage is highly preferred. Remote or hybrid arrangements considered. Compensation 1099 Independent Contractor preferred. Hourly or shift rates are available. Required Education, Training, and Licensure MD/DO degree from an accredited program. BE or BC General Psychiatry through ABPN. Licensed to practice in the State of AK or the ability to obtain an AK medical license. Meets all credentialing criteria required by participating physicians. About UHS North Star Behavioral Health is owned and operated by a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS), one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services. Contact the In-House Recruiter shown below for more information! Daniel Wilson In-House Physician & APP Recruiter North Star Behavioral Health | Universal Health Services, Inc. C: (615) 554-0073 (Call or Text) | E: Daniel.Wilson@uhsinc.com
Must hold an MD/DO degree and be Board Eligible or Board Certified in General Psychiatry through ABPN. Requires a valid Alaska medical license or the ability to obtain one.
Market context
Behavioral health positions in Alaska often reflect steady demand in communities where access to services can be limited and case management is essential. These roles are competitive because employers usually want both direct experience and current credentials, along with reliable transportation for field-based work. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, and confirm your certification, driver’s license, vehicle access, and case management background before applying.