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The Alaska Psychiatric Institute (API) is recruiting for a
Staff Psychiatrist (Board Certified)
What You Will Be Doing
The Alaska Psychiatric Institute in Anchorage is seeking a full-time, board-eligible or board-certified Psychiatrist to provide psychiatric care in an acute inpatient setting. The incumbent will conduct assessments, lead treatment planning, and oversee psychological services for adult and adolescent patients. This position functions within a multidisciplinary team that includes therapists, psychologists, nurses, case managers, and pharmacists. Additional duties include contributing to program development and supporting staff in maintaining a therapeutic, recovery-oriented treatment milieu. Qualified candidates must hold an M.D. or D.O. with psychiatry board eligibility or certification and meet licensure requirements for practice in Alaska; experience in inpatient or forensic settings is preferred.
Our Organization, Mission, And Culture
The Alaska Psychiatric Institute mission is to: Provide compassionate healthcare to support Alaskans in living their best possible lives.
The Alaska Psychiatric Institute vision is: An Alaska where everyone receives the care they need when they need it without judgement.
Our Division Values Are
The Benefits Of Joining Our Team
At the Alaska Psychiatric Institute, your work directly supports individuals and communities across the state, offering care that changes lives. Join a mission-driven team of dedicated mental health professionals in a collaborative, trauma-informed setting where compassion and clinical excellence go hand in hand. We foster a supportive workplace culture grounded in ethical care, respect, and teamwork. Located in Anchorage, you're just 30 minutes from year-round outdoor adventures—whether it's hiking, skiing, fishing, or catching the northern lights. At API, you're not just taking a job—you're stepping into work that truly matters in one of the most unique and inspiring places in the country.
The Working Environment You Can Expect
The selected candidate will work in an environment that is fast paced, busy and challenging at times, but embraces collaboration through working closely with supervisors, managers, and personnel to assist in providing services to Alaska Psychiatric Institute.
This position is located at 3700 Piper Street in the U-MED district of east Anchorage which offers several maintained walking trails, parks and nearby lakes. This area is filled with several restaurants, shopping stores, and has easy access to public transportation.
Who We Are Looking For
We are interested in candidates who possess some or all the following position specific competencies:
Psychology: Knowledge of the concepts, principles, and theories of human behavior and performance in various contexts, mental processes, or the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
Written Communication: Writes in a clear, concise, organized and convincing manner for the intended audience.
Flexibility: Is open to change and new information; adapts behavior or work methods in response to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles; effectively deals with ambiguity.
Self-Management: Sets well-defined and realistic personal goals; displays a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment towards completing assignments in a timely manner; works with minimal supervision; is motivated to achieve; demonstrates responsible behavior.
Problem Solving: Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.
This position is subject to the successful completion of a criminal background check.
Must be bored-eligible/board-certified Psychiatrist
A cover letter is NOT required for this position. Your complete application, including supplemental questions, will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process.
To view the general description and example of duties, please go to the following link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/alaska/classspecs/1500096?keywords=X0675&pagetype=classSpecifications
The Alaska Psychiatric Institute (API) is recruiting for a
Staff Psychiatrist (Board Certified)
What You Will Be Doing
The Alaska Psychiatric Institute in Anchorage is seeking a full-time, board-eligible or board-certified Psychiatrist to provide psychiatric care in an acute inpatient setting. The incumbent will conduct assessments, lead treatment planning, and oversee psychological services for adult and adolescent patients. This position functions within a multidisciplinary team that includes therapists, psychologists, nurses, case managers, and pharmacists. Additional duties include contributing to program development and supporting staff in maintaining a therapeutic, recovery-oriented treatment milieu. Qualified candidates must hold an M.D. or D.O. with psychiatry board eligibility or certification and meet licensure requirements for practice in Alaska; experience in inpatient or forensic settings is preferred.
Our Organization, Mission, And Culture
The Alaska Psychiatric Institute mission is to: Provide compassionate healthcare to support Alaskans in living their best possible lives.
The Alaska Psychiatric Institute vision is: An Alaska where everyone receives the care they need when they need it without judgement.
Our Division Values Are
- Integrity
- Dignity
- Excellence
- Accountability
- Safety
The Benefits Of Joining Our Team
At the Alaska Psychiatric Institute, your work directly supports individuals and communities across the state, offering care that changes lives. Join a mission-driven team of dedicated mental health professionals in a collaborative, trauma-informed setting where compassion and clinical excellence go hand in hand. We foster a supportive workplace culture grounded in ethical care, respect, and teamwork. Located in Anchorage, you're just 30 minutes from year-round outdoor adventures—whether it's hiking, skiing, fishing, or catching the northern lights. At API, you're not just taking a job—you're stepping into work that truly matters in one of the most unique and inspiring places in the country.
The Working Environment You Can Expect
The selected candidate will work in an environment that is fast paced, busy and challenging at times, but embraces collaboration through working closely with supervisors, managers, and personnel to assist in providing services to Alaska Psychiatric Institute.
This position is located at 3700 Piper Street in the U-MED district of east Anchorage which offers several maintained walking trails, parks and nearby lakes. This area is filled with several restaurants, shopping stores, and has easy access to public transportation.
Who We Are Looking For
We are interested in candidates who possess some or all the following position specific competencies:
Psychology: Knowledge of the concepts, principles, and theories of human behavior and performance in various contexts, mental processes, or the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
Written Communication: Writes in a clear, concise, organized and convincing manner for the intended audience.
Flexibility: Is open to change and new information; adapts behavior or work methods in response to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles; effectively deals with ambiguity.
Self-Management: Sets well-defined and realistic personal goals; displays a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment towards completing assignments in a timely manner; works with minimal supervision; is motivated to achieve; demonstrates responsible behavior.
Problem Solving: Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.
This position is subject to the successful completion of a criminal background check.
Must be bored-eligible/board-certified Psychiatrist
A cover letter is NOT required for this position. Your complete application, including supplemental questions, will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process.
To view the general description and example of duties, please go to the following link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/alaska/classspecs/1500096?keywords=X0675&pagetype=classSpecifications
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