Neurologist

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 development and our organization by aiding in their professional advancement.

Working at SEARHC is more than a job, it’s a fulfilling career. We offer generous benefits, including retirement, paid time off, paid parental leave, health insurance, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance and long and short-term disability, and more.

Join SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium (SEARHC)—a nationally recognized, mission-driven nonprofit organization dedicated to delivering exceptional, patient-centered healthcare to the communities of Southeast Alaska. We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Intermittent Neurologist to join our collaborative care teams in the breathtaking coastal communities of Juneau & Sitka, Alaska.

This is an outstanding opportunity to make a meaningful impact in an underserved region while enjoying the flexibility of an intermittent schedule. As a valued member of our multidisciplinary care team, you will provide comprehensive neurological evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment for a diverse patient population, helping improve access to specialty care across Southeast Alaska. You will work alongside experienced physicians, advanced practice providers, nursing staff, and support teams who are committed to delivering high-quality, culturally responsive care to Alaska Native and rural communities.

Why Choose SEARHC?

• The new $300 million Mt. Edgecumbe Medical Center opened in Sitka, April 2026 and in 2021 we opened the Wrangell Medical Center. With plans to build a third critical-access hospital in Haines. In addition to the dozens of established outpatient and traveling clinics throughout the region.
• The Vintage Park Campus is the newest medical facility serving the Juneau community. Centrally located in the Mendenhall Valley, Vintage Park offers a range of high-quality healthcare services.
• As one of the largest Native-run healthcare organizations in the United States, SEARHC is committed to providing quality healthcare that honors the traditions of Alaska Native people and American Indians, while ensuring that advanced medical technologies are made accessible to all.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Guaranteed Hourly Rate: $255.00. SEARHC will pay for roundtrip airfare, lodging, and ground transportation.

Practice Details:

• Schedule: 1-2 weeks/monthly blocks available.
• Clinic facilities: One medical assistant per physician, nurse case manager, nurse triage, and 24/7 Hospitalist team. Ancillary services include 24/7 laboratory services, radiology, CT, MRI, and integrated Skryker Equipment.
• Patient Volume: 12-14 patients per day in clinic. EMR and tools include Meditech, Dragon Dictation, and DAX AI assisted documentation.

Qualifications:

• MD or DO with active/unrestricted Alaska medical license or ability to obtain license.
• Board-certified or board-eligible in Neurology.
• Unrestricted DEA.
• Required: BLS.

What Our Physicians Say

“SEARHC shares in our vision of creating a medical practice that treats every patient with dignity and optimum care. We are eager to combine the strengths of our respective organizations and further enhance the services we can offer the Juneau community and greater southeast region. Our shared commitment to recruiting and retaining highly trained and compassionate medical professionals, while bringing increasingly advanced technologies and innovations to Juneau, helps us deliver on that vision.”

- Catherine Peimann, M.D.

Community and Lifestyle

• Location: Experience the unmatched beauty and lifestyle of Sitka, Alaska—where oceanfront living, abundant outdoor recreation, and a close-knit community come together to create a truly unique and rewarding place to live and practice.
• Affordability: Alaska has no state income tax — residents keep more of their paycheck compared to most other states.
• Education: Sitka offers a highly regarded school system with small class sizes, strong academic performance, and a supportive, community-centered environment—ideal for families seeking a high-quality education experience.
• Transportation: Sitka offers convenient and reliable transportation, with daily commercial flights connecting to Seattle and Juneau, a local road system that makes getting around town simple, and access to the Alaska Marine Highway ferry system for scenic regional travel throughout Southeast Alaska.
• Culture: Sitka offers a rich cultural experience, blending strong Alaska Native heritage—particularly Tlingit traditions—with a vibrant arts community, local festivals, and a deep sense of history that creates a unique and welcoming environment.

Working at SEARHC is more than a job—it’s the opportunity to build a fulfilling and rewarding career and to learn more please reach out to Provider Recruiter, Lyndse Clark: [email protected]

Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job

• Provides comprehensive neurological services on an outpatient basis to all SEARHC patients, including evaluations, clinical analysis, diagnosis, and ongoing therapy recommendation.

• Performs inpatient neurology consultations at the request of Mt. Edgecumbe primary care providers.

• Participates in all medical staff functions as requested, to include quality assurance.

• Abides by medical staff bylaws, rules, and regulations.

Education, Certifications, and Licenses Required

• Medical school degree.

• Accredited Neurology residency.

• Current Alaska State Medical Physician license.

• Basic Life Support certification.

Experience Required

• Training through residency as noted under Education.

Knowledge of

• Advanced knowledge in allopathic medicine and in the specialty of neurology.

• Specialty knowledge in therapies for neurologic disorders.

Skills in

• Oral and written communication.

• Clinical judgment.

• Appropriate and judicious use of tests (e.g., laboratory and imaging tests).

Ability to

• Gather information, analyze information, and make advanced clinical determinations.

• Work cooperatively with patients.

• Work cooperatively with other health professionals.

• Work cooperatively with support staff.

Required Certifications:

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!