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Fairbanks, Alaska

Physician Assistant Stf - Fairbanks, AK

Physician AssistantNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$110k-$170k

The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday

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Posted 3mo ago

Job Description

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Leidos QTC Medical Services, Inc. operating under the brand name Leidos QTC Health Services is seeking a Physician Assistant at our Fairbanks, AK clinic to help ensure our service members get the best care possible. You will play a vital role in the continued care of these men and women.

In this role, you will conduct a variety of general medicine, occupational, and disability health examinations including, but not limited to:

  • Reviewing medical history and associated records
  • Interpreting clinical data
  • Completing written reports and generating independent medical opinions (IMO)

The examinations may be completed in-person (in a clinic setting), in the examinee’s home, telephonically, at large event settings for the Reserve Health Readiness Program, or using telehealth platforms.

You will be traveling (up to 30%) to provide physical examinations for veterans and service members in multiple locations throughout the country. All travel expenses are covered and a per diem will be received.

Work Schedule, Location, What to Expect

  • Generally M-F, 8 working hour day (between 8am - 5pm), with weekend/evening schedules based on operational needs.
  • 30% national travel
  • Comprehensive onboarding and training program with progressive encounter complexity as job understanding and skills develop
  • Fully staffed clinic to support operations.
  • We will pay for licensing, malpractice, CME costs, and more!
  • Annual bonus potential of up to 30% of base salary
  • Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Physical exams for a variety of customers to include federal, defense and others.
  • Occupational health exams to include pre- and post-employment and annual physicals.
  • Written medical opinions based on provided medical records/information and acceptable clinical evidence (ACE)
  • Provide telephonic and virtual exams
  • Unique exam settings - homebound, event sites, etc.
  • Completion of Veterans Benefits Administration Disability Benefit Questionnaires (DBQs)
  • Provide primary medical evaluations to include, but not limited to: review of systems, pap smear, and range of motion
  • Complete initial review and interpretation of diagnostic studies to include but not limited to: laboratory, pulmonary function and ECG studies
  • Documentation of examinee records in appropriate systems.
  • Collaboration with other professional and clinical staff as needed and communicate with internal and client team members in determining the most effective and evidence-based way forward on behalf of the examinee population.

Competencies

  • Demonstrates compassion, professionalism, and a commitment to providing excellent customer service and care to the claimants.
  • From a primary care perspective, be able to fully assess examinee health status through physical examinations.
  • Collaborative, best proactive and informed standard of care-centric, decision-making skills
  • Analytical ability necessary to evaluate and render medical opinions.
  • Review and interpretation of standard clinical diagnostics
  • Technically competent with computers/tablets to include proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and using Electronic Medical Records
  • Knowledge of workplace health and safety concepts

Required Education and/or Experience: (includes certificate & licenses)

  • Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant Studies from an accredited university or college
  • Current certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
  • Minimum 3 years of post-graduate primary care / internal medicine experience.
  • Unrestricted State medical licensure without limitations to perform full scope of authorized practice in the state of hire.
  • Valid BLS OR ACLS certification
  • Ability to obtain DEA license
  • Ability to earn and maintain clinical training/certifications as required by current and future contracts.
  • Must possess current REAL ID-compliant identification or equivalent TSA approved identification prior to start date.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain government clearances (LARS, Public Trust, NACI, etc.) as required.
  • Ability to pass a medical clearance consisting of passing an N95 respirator fit test, properly wearing organizational standard respiratory protective equipment as required, passing a Tuberculosis/TB test, and receiving a Hepatitis A/B vaccine series or passing a Hepatitis A/B Titer test and other medical clearances/vaccinations as required.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience conducting occupational/disability medical examinations.

About Leidos QTC Medical Services, Inc.

Leidos QTC Medical Services, Inc., operating under the brand name Leidos QTC Health Services, collaborates closely with government and non-government customers to address current and future program needs within the health services domain. In coordination with the PCs, we specialize in disability-focused medical examinations, independent medical exams and review services, occupational health services, diagnostic testing, and case management solutions.

As innovators, we focus on advancing technologies that improve service delivery, with a particular emphasis on enhancing accessibility for examinees in rural communities. With a proven track record of continuous improvement and steady growth, we now handle over 2 million appointments annually.

Compensation and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. As a result, we offer meaningful and engaging careers to support you and your career goals, all while nurturing a healthy work-life balance.

Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

Leidos QTC Health Services is a VEVRAA Federal contractor. Leidos QTC Health Services and each of its affiliated PCs are Equal Opportunity Employers. We have an ongoing commitment to affirmative action and the creation of a workplace free of discrimination, harassment and retaliation.

We recruit, hire, train, and promote individuals in all job titles without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, people with disabilities protected under law, and protected veteran status.

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Key Responsibilities

Conduct general medicine, occupational, and disability health examinations for service members and veterans. Generate independent medical opinions and complete disability benefit questionnaires through in-person, telehealth, and home visits.

Requirements

Requires a Master's Degree in Physician Assistant Studies, NCCPA certification, and at least 3 years of post-graduate primary care experience. Must possess valid BLS/ACLS certification and the ability to obtain government clearances and a DEA license.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Medical Record ReviewClinical Data InterpretationPatient Care

Occupational Medicine — Physician Assistant Career Context

Of the 50 active Physician Assistant listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 82% have no call, 70% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Alaska is 102.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$140k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $137k in an average-cost state. 58.9% of Alaska clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Physician Assistant market look like in Alaska?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.0 / 10 · above average in physician assistant rolesranked against 4,566 Physician Assistant roles listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$110k–$170kPhysician Assistant median $126k (middle half $110k–$155k)36 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$137k in purchasing powerAlaska index 102.4 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Physician Assistant listings in Alaska21 active4,573 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 4% remote · 82% no call · 70% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
QTC Managementsilver tier, 74/100Top Employers work-life index30 active listings
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (4,566 Physician Assistant roles listings), Top Employers work-life index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physician Assistant Stf - Fairbanks, AK at QTC Management a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Physician Assistant roles — ranked against 4,566 active Physician Assistant roles listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.

Location & Logistics

Alaska has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$140k midpoint, that is roughly $6k–$10k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

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Salary Distribution

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

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401k / retirement match
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Sign-on bonus
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CME allowance
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Relocation assistance
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Loan repayment
10%

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.4this job 6.0
Better work-life than 50% of Occupational Medicine listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 159 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends
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About QTC Management

Hospitals and Health Care
Glendora, California
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Annual Bonus
Travel Expenses Covered
Per Diem
Licensing Paid
Malpractice Paid
CME Paid
Health and Wellness Programs
Income Protection

Living in Fairbanks

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$365k≈ 3.3× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,907/mo≈ 21% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
15 min
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.