Locum Tenens NP – Southcentral AK Primary Care | No Call, No Weekends, Make $100,000+ in 6 months

Escape the hustle of city life and make a meaningful impact in a small, rural community on the Road System in beautiful Southcentral, AK. We’re seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner for a 6-month primary care Locum Tenens assignment. You’ll join a supportive team committed to delivering quality care to their community. With no call, no weekends, and competitive compensation, your work-life balance will thrive. Whether you’re drawn to the mountains, wildlife, or the pace of rural medicine in AK, this assignment offers both professional fulfillment and professional adventure. Don’t miss out on this opportunity!

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Location: On the Road System in Southcentral Alaska Job Type: 1099 Locum Tenens Contract Date Range: 6-month assignment beginning August 25th, 2025 Compensation: Hourly Rate + Overtime

Key Job Details: 

• Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm
• Compensation Breakdown: 
  • $100.00 hourly rate (earned every hour working in the clinic)
  • $150.00 hourly overtime rate (earned every hour for anything worked over 8 hours per day)
  • 2 paid travel days (1 arrival, 1 departure)

Responsibilities: 

• Patient Volume, Clinic: Averages 16-18 per day
• Staffing Mix: Additional APP, MAs, Float Triage Nurse, LPN, ER Tech
• No Call!

Position Requirements: 

• Active Alaska State Nurse Practitioner (NP) license
• Active BLS, ACLS, PALS
• Active DEA registration
• Minimum 2 years in a rural health care setting
• Minimum 2 years experience as a Mid-Level Practitioner 
• Alaska bush experience highly preferred
• Must be culturally sensitive and willing to embrace the native community and their culture

Additional Details: 

• Medical Malpractice Insurance: Provided at no cost to you
• Travel & Housing: Provided at no cost to you
• Meaningful Work: Serve a deserving community with critical healthcare services

About Us:  At Wilderness Medical Staffing, we understand your desire for a fulfilling career that lets you practice meaningful medicine without burnout. Founded in 2010 by a provider just like you, we believe medicine should be an adventure. As a purpose-driven Locum Tenens staffing company, we actively connect healthcare professionals to more than 200 rural and remote locations throughout the Northwest United States and Alaska—ensuring you can focus on what matters most: delivering exceptional patient care.

How to Apply:  Apply here, learn more by visiting www.wildernessmedicalstaffing.com, or contact a recruiter today to inquire about our open and upcoming positions.

All inquiries are confidential.

About Wilderness Medical Staffing

Wilderness Medical Staffing (WMS) is a team of experienced staffing experts. We provide locum tenens and permanent placements for physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. We specialize in placing excellent, compassionate providers in rural clinics, hospitals, and communities across the continental Northwest and Alaska.
You got into medicine to make a difference, to push boundaries, and to live an extraordinary life. A placement through Wilderness Medical Staffing is your opportunity to do just that, while carving a unique path for yourself, personally and professionally.