General Practitioner Jobs in Alaska

A General Practitioner (GP) is a vital professional in the Physician industry. They are usually the first point of contact for most patients seeking healthcare services and provide comprehensive, continued and community-based medical care to individuals. GPs diagnose and treat various health conditions, illnesses, and injuries, refer patients to specialists when needed, and perform minor surgeries. They also play a significant role in health education and disease prevention initiatives by advising patients on diet, exercise, and other healthy habits.

To become a General Practitioner, one needs to possess several important skills and certifications. They typically hold a Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree, followed by a residency in family medicine or general practice. They also need to be board-certified by bodies like the American Board of Family Medicine. Key skills include excellent patient communication, problem-solving, decision-making, and compassion. They must be well-versed in medical laws and ethics, and be adept at using various medical equipment and technology. Prior roles that a person may have before becoming a GP include being a Medical Intern, Resident Physician, and Associate Physician.

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Our client is looking for a physician specializing in family practice to begin coverage in early September. Hours include 8a - 5p shifts from Mondays - Fridays with a rotational Saturday shift....

Physician

  • Kotzebue, AK
  • 1 day ago
  • Kotzebue, AK
  • 1 day ago

Physician Job Code: 2025:OTZ-088 Location: Kotzebue, Alaska Program: Medical Staff FT/PT Status: Full Time Job Responsibilities: Maniilaq Association 8/23 Title: Physician Range: TBD Program:...

Physician - ENT

  • Sitka, AK
  • 5 days ago
  • Sitka, AK
  • 5 days ago

SEARHC is a non-profit health consortium which serves the health interests of the residents of Southeast Alaska. We see our employees as our strongest assets. It is our priority to further their...

Urgently needing a Locums Hospitalist Physician in Alaska Coverage dates: ASAP - Ongoing Shift times are from 7am-7pm, 7pm-7am Weekend coverage and on call Candidate must have an active Alaska state...

Physician Family Medicine - Outpatient Locum

  • Bethel, AK
  • 5 days ago
  • Bethel, AK
  • 5 days ago

The Locums Physician shall be committed to contributing to the Mission of the Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation, "..to achieve the greatest possible improvement in the health status of the people...

Family Practice - With OB Physician. Job in Valdez Gr8Jobs

  • Valdez, AK
  • 8 days ago
  • Valdez, AK
  • 8 days ago

A great group about 100 miles North of Valdez is seeking a Family Practice physician to join their team....

Partner Job Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation Physician Family Medicine- Outpatient: *Starting Salary $396,596, *Sign On $75,000 Healthcare Bethel, Alaska Show interest About Physician Family Medicine...

Hospitalist - Per Diem

  • Ketchikan, AK
  • 11 days ago
  • Ketchikan, AK
  • 11 days ago

PeaceHealth is looking for a Per Diem Hospitalist to join our team in Ketchikan, Alaska!...

Psychiatrist - MD/DO Big Apple of the north The Community - Anchorage, AK Locals like to say that Anchorage is only 30 minutes from Alaska: wedged between 5000ft peaks and an inlet filled with...

Small IHS hospital in rural Alaska is seeking a locums Optometrist. This assignment is for 6 weeks with the possibility of extension. No AK license is required.Duties will be to provide outpatient...

Great opportunity in rural Alaska for a physician that would like to lead a Covid Response Team. Local IHS hospital is seeking physicians to lead a team of NP's, Health Aides and Pharmacist to...

Small IHS (No AK Licene Required) hospital in rural AK is seeking a hospitalist to work 2 weeks as a hospitalist and 2 weeks developing/educating staff on current Covid 19 procedures....

Opportunity to do occasional village visits.REQUIREMENTS: Must be Board Certified in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine, able to see patients of all ages, recent outpatient experience, NO previous...

Physician - Family Practice

  • AK
  • 11 days ago
  • AK
  • 11 days ago

Physician - Family Practice Needed in AK ID: 200772 Updated February 5th, 2025 JOB TITLE Physician - Family Practice PROVIDER TYPE Physician SPECIALTY Family Practice JOB TYPE STATE AK PRACTICE SETTING...

Pediatric Hospitalist

  • Fairbanks, AK
  • 13 days ago
  • Fairbanks, AK
  • 13 days ago

The Opportunity: We are looking for a pediatric hospitalist to join our team at a community hospital in Fairbanks, Alaska. Waitkeep reading!...

Demographic Data for Alaska

Moving to Alaska? Find some basic demographic data about Alaska below.


Local
National
732,157
21,388

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Salary for General Practitioner Jobs in Alaska

This is the average annual salary for General Practitioner jobs in Alaska as reported by the BLS.

$273,740


Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for General Practitioner positions.



Highest Education Level

General Practitioners in Alaska offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
56.5%
Master's Degree
17.7%
Bachelor's Degree
15.5%
High School or GED
3.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.3%
Associate's Degree
2.7%
Some High School
0.3%
Some College
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by General Practitioners in Alaska
2-4 years
69.9%
None
17.3%
4-6 years
8.8%
1-2 years
3.1%
Less than 1 year
0.9%



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