Seward Community Health Center·Seward, Alaska
The physician will assess, diagnose, and treat acute and chronic illnesses for patients of all ages in a primary care setting. Responsibilities include performing physical exams, basic medical procedures, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary care team.
Seward Community Health Center is seeking a Full-Time, Primary Care Physician (MD/DO) for our small community health center located in beautiful Seward, Alaska. Candidates with a background in rural family medicine, pediatrics, and women's health are encouraged to apply. We see patients of all ages (newborn to 100+).
The salary range for this position starts at $230,000 to $275,000/annually + a $20,000 hiring bonus.
Seward, Alaska is a small, picturesque town located 120 miles south of Anchorage and is surrounded by beautiful snow-capped mountains in the center of Kenai Fjords National Park. Seward offers year-round opportunities for outdoor activities including skiing, kayaking, fishing, hiking, biking, boating, wildlife viewing, and so much more. If you enjoy adventuring up mountains, between glaciers and in waters, or sightseeing, going on wildlife tours or bird watching, Seward is the place for you!
Check out the following link for more information about living and working in Seward: www.sewardhealthcenter.org/careers [https://sewardhealthcenter.org/careers#livingsaktown]
SCHC is a federally qualified health center. We welcome anyone in need of quality, affordable healthcare by providing integrated, patient-centered primary care for a variety of illnesses and conditions for the entire family. SCHC is the leading provider of healthcare services in the Eastern Kenai Peninsula, with passionate, dedicated staff who work daily to help increase access to services for our community members. We are seeking to hire additional staff who will add to our ability to make our community and SCHC a better place to live and work.
Medical Doctor (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) degree from an accredited medical school.
Board Certified or board eligible in applicable field (e.g., Family Medicine, Internal Medicine).
Minimum of five years of experience as a physician, preferably in primary care.
Current State of Alaska physician license or ability to obtain by start date.
Maintain certifications and training necessary to meet SCHC credentialing policies.
SCHC is an equal opportunity employer.
Candidates must hold an MD or DO degree and be board certified or eligible in Family or Internal Medicine. A minimum of five years of physician experience and a valid Alaska state license are required.
Market context
Physician openings in Alaska often reflect ongoing demand in communities where access to care can be limited and coverage needs are persistent. These roles are competitive because employers typically look for board-ready training, an unrestricted license, and the ability to secure local privileges and certifications, while compensation and benefits may include medical coverage, retirement, paid time off, and student loan repayment. Review the residency and licensing requirements first, and use the AI-summarized job details here to quickly compare what is required with your current credentials.