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Posted 20 July, 2026

Locum Optometrist Opportunity in Alaska (Pay: $120.00/hour)

Ironside Human Resources
Anchorage, AK, US Full Time

Job Description

Rural hospital located several hundred miles northwest of Anchorage, AK seeking a full-time, Locum Optometrist. Details are below.\n
Pay: $120.00/hour\n
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  • Housing and flights provided for the Optometrist
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Optometrist Opportunity:\n
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  • Examine patient's eyes to detect vision problems, diseases, and other abnormal conditions
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  • Prescribe eyeglasses and contact lenses, and may prescribe drugs to treat eye disorders
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  • Engage in patient education regarding the care and treatment of eye conditions
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  • Optometrist must provide clinical eye care services in accordance to the hospital’s mission, philosophy, policies, and procedures while applying standards of the eye care profession.
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Optometrist Qualifications:\n
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  • Doctor of Optometry
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  • Must have 2 years of experience
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  • Looking for a team-player
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The Location:\n
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  • Rural, remote town northwest of Anchorage.
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  • No state income tax and permanent fund dividend after a full calendar year of Alaska Residency
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  • Great fishing, hunting, and wildlife including the ability to go see polar bears and sled dogs.
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  • Daily flights to Anchorage and other Alaskan cities
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  • Amazing experience that is unique to rural Alaska!
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  • Excellent retail and dining that are all locally owned and operated
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  • Safe schools and community for a family
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