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AMN Healthcare

Emergency Medicine Physician

Lincoln, NE

$266.75 - $288.75/wk

The sprawling Wilderness Park in particular is a must-see, offering a wide range of hiking and ... Emergency Medicine Physician, Emergency Physician, Em Physician, Em Doctor, Urgent Care, Emergency ...

AMN Healthcare

Emergency Medicine Physician

Lincoln, NE · On-site

$266.75 - $288.75/hr

The sprawling Wilderness Park in particular is a must-see, offering a wide range of hiking and ... Emergency Medicine Physician, Emergency Physician, Em Physician, Em Doctor, Urgent Care, Emergency ...

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How much do overnight wilderness medicine physician jobs pay per year?

As of May 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for overnight wilderness medicine physician in the United States is $233,744.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $147,000.00 and $293,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Overnight Wilderness Medicine Physician, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Overnight Wilderness Medicine Physician, you need advanced medical training (MD or DO), board certification in emergency or family medicine, and specialized knowledge in wilderness medicine principles. Familiarity with wilderness medical kits, telemedicine platforms, and certifications like Advanced Wilderness Life Support (AWLS) or Fellowship in the Academy of Wilderness Medicine (FAWM) are commonly required. Strong decision-making, resilience, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for handling emergencies in remote and challenging environments. These capabilities ensure timely, resourceful patient care and safety when access to conventional medical facilities is limited.

What are some common challenges faced by Overnight Wilderness Medicine Physicians, and how can they be addressed?

Overnight Wilderness Medicine Physicians often work in remote, unpredictable environments where access to standard medical resources is limited. Common challenges include managing emergencies with limited supplies, navigating challenging terrain, and making critical decisions under pressure, often with minimal backup. Building strong improvisational skills, maintaining excellent physical fitness, and regularly participating in scenario-based training can help address these challenges. Additionally, effective communication and teamwork with guides, paramedics, and other medical personnel are essential for delivering optimal care in the wilderness setting.

What is an Overnight Wilderness Medicine Physician?

An Overnight Wilderness Medicine Physician is a medical doctor specialized in providing emergency and preventive care in remote or wilderness settings during nighttime hours. They are trained to handle injuries, illnesses, and environmental exposures where resources are limited and evacuation may be delayed. These physicians often work with outdoor expeditions, adventure travel groups, or remote camps, ensuring the health and safety of individuals in challenging environments.

What is the difference between Overnight Wilderness Medicine Physician vs Wilderness Medicine Physician?

AspectOvernight Wilderness Medicine PhysicianWilderness Medicine Physician
CredentialsMedical degree, board certification in emergency or family medicine, wilderness medicine trainingMedical degree, often with wilderness medicine certification
Work EnvironmentOvernight shifts in remote outdoor settings, expedition clinics, or wilderness resortsVaried outdoor settings, including day trips, expeditions, and remote clinics
Employer & IndustryExpedition companies, remote clinics, adventure travel organizationsOutdoor education programs, rescue services, adventure tourism

Overnight Wilderness Medicine Physicians focus on providing medical care during overnight stays in remote wilderness settings, often requiring overnight shifts. Wilderness Medicine Physicians may work in various outdoor environments, including day trips or longer expeditions. The main difference lies in the overnight component, with the former emphasizing overnight care in remote locations.

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Infographic showing various Overnight Wilderness Medicine Physician job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 11% Locum Tenens, 18% As Needed, 2% Full Time, 52% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 15% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $233,744 per year, or $112.4 per hour.
Family Medicine Physician, Associate Program Director of Clinical Affairs

Family Medicine Physician, Associate Program Director of Clinical Affairs

Provider Solutions & Development

Anchorage, AK • On-site

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

The Alaska Family Medicine Residency (AKFMR) is seeking an Associate Program Director (APD) of Clinical Affairs. This APD role will be an integral part of the Residency Leadership team together with the Program Director, APD of Academic Affairs, and APD of Behavioral Health. In addition, the APD will have core faculty duties. AKFMR has one Family Medicine Practice (FMP) site for residents. The FMP has a separate medical director with a proven dedication to resident education, with whom this position will partner closely to ensure an excellent clinical learning environment for residents. Along with focusing on resident education in outpatient clinic, the APD will support resident learning in inpatient and other settings as well.
At the Alaska Family Medicine Residency (AKFMR), we offer a rigorous curriculum to prepare residents for full-scope family medicine, with an emphasis on rural and underserved communities. Most training occurs in Anchorage, Alaska caring for a diverse, underserved urban population. Our patients in clinic speak>90 languages. All residents spend time in remote rural Alaska, working in small communities off the road system. Our graduates currently work in all settings including outpatient, ER, OB, inpatient adult & peds, ICU, and fellowships.
As an integral member of the AKFMR faculty, you will be in an advisory role to residents while also taking part in clinical duties such as precepting residents in clinic, direct patient care, outpatient prenatal and pediatric care supervision, inpatient care, and more. Join a collegial and supportive faculty team and work alongside motivated residents in the beautiful and welcoming city of Anchorage, located in the heart of Alaska's scenic grandeur.
Position Details:
  • Full-time (preferred) Faculty position working directly with Family Medicine residents
  • Mix of faculty responsibilities: outpatient clinical work, optional inpatient care and optional inpatient OB (including operative OB if interested)
  • Unique opportunities to get involved with Summer and Winter Wilderness Medicine, Transcultural & Community Medicine, the Alaska Addiction Medicine Fellowship and the Alaska Psychology Internship Consortium

Compensation & Benefits:
  • Competitive compensation and benefits
  • 5-year awarded HRSA Grant - Primary Care Training and Enhancement - Residency Training in Mental and Behavioral Health

Qualifications & Requirements:
  • Board certified Family Medicine Physician
  • Prior teaching/precepting experience preferred; recent/new graduates will also be considered
  • Full-spectrum Family Medicine preferred, however not required
  • Strong background or interest in academic Primary Care preferred
  • Experience/interest in conducting and publishing research is a plus
  • AKFMR has Osteopathic Recognition; D.O. candidates with an interest in OMT is a plus

Where You'll Work
Providence Medical Group - Alaska is a multi-specialty group with 70 physicians and advanced-practice clinicians serving greater Anchorage and the Matanuska-Susitna Valley. With this strong network of primary and specialty care, Providence Medical Group - Alaska is focused on serving its community and being the best place in the state to practice medicine and receive care.
Where You'll Live
Anchorage is a modern American city surrounded by spectacular scenery and endless outdoor recreation opportunities. Within city limits are hundreds of miles of trails for hiking, biking and skiing, a ski resort, golf courses, major dogsled race starts, and several peaks of the hugely popular Chugach Mountains. With shopping malls, world-class restaurants, brewpubs, two universities, a sports arena and a performing arts center, Anchorage blends city living with the wilderness of the great outdoors.
Who You'll Work For
Providence is a nationally recognized, comprehensive healthcare organization spanning seven states with a universal mission - to provide compassionate care to all who need its services, especially the poor and vulnerable. Its 122,000-plus caregivers/employees (including 34,000 physicians) serve in 51 hospitals, more than 1,000 clinics and a comprehensive range of health and social services. Providence: One name, one family, one extraordinary health system.
Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veteran

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