Locum Optometrist – Rural NW Alaska – Make 129K+ in 6mos!
06143C – We’re seeking an Optometrist (OD) for Locum Tenens opportunity in Northwest Alaska where you’ll serve both a central hub city and surrounding villages. With no call, no weekends, and flexible scheduling options, this role offers the chance to practice at the top of your license while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Providers licensed in any U.S. state are welcome, making this a seamless option for those ready to explore something new. Don’t pass up this amazing opportunity!
Location: Northwest Alaska
Job Type: 1099 Locum Tenens Contract
Date Range: August 2026 and Ongoing
Compensation: Hourly Rate
Schedule: August 2026 start date with 6-month minimum commitment or month-on-month-off commitment
- Daily schedule varies, depending on location
- Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm, or
- Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 6 or 7:00pm
- No Call!
Compensation: Make $129,000+ in 6 months!
- $135.00 hourly rate
- Travel and housing accommodations provided during assignments
- On-Site accommodations available during community clinic trips
Responsibilities:
- Patient Volume: Varies, depending on location. Some locations average 7-9 patients per day, other locations average 15-20 patients per day
- Staffing Mix: Varies, depending on location.
- Hospital Clinic:
- Dedicated staff perform patient work-ups, including auto-refraction and OPTOS fundus photography
- Optometrist completes charting, OCT imaging, and most visual field testing.
- In Village Clinics
- Most trips to villages are 4-5 days long
- An assistant is available to check in patients and assist with contact lens and glasses orders
- Hospital Clinic:
Position Requirements:
- Active Optometrist (OD) license – any state license accepted!
- Active BLS
- COVID vaccination with booster
- Must be culturally sensitive and willing to embrace the native community and their culture
- Alaska bush experience highly preferred
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
