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Heart disease is the #2 cause of death for Alaskans, and South Peninsula Hospital is proud to offer these screening specials at a discounted rate of $99 during February heart health month to help you prevent it.
The first, a Cardiac Scoring CT scan, is a non-invasive, 15 minute imaging procedure which scores calcium buildup in the arteries. The procedure should be considered for individuals who may be at a high risk for developing heart disease. According to the American Heart Association, the risk factors for heart disease include: Men over 45 years of age and women over 55 years of age, tobacco use, family history, high cholesterol levels, high blood pressure, inactive lifestyle, overweight and diabetes. If one or more of these factors apply to you, please talk to your clinician about considering this test. A physician referral, appointment and prepayment are required. Contact the Imaging Department at 235-0363 for additional information.
The second screening, a Heart Health Blood Test, screens for cholesterol, cardiac risk, anemia and diabetes. No appointment or referral is necessary, but registration and pre-payment are required. Contact the Laboratory for more information at 235-0338.
Visit our Wellness and Education page for current heart health information.
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South Peninsula Hospital was recently named a Top 100 Critical Access Hospital out of more than 1,300 critical access hospitals nationwide. The designation was announced on September 28, 2011 at the National Rural Health Association’s Critical Access Hospital Conference.
The top 100 critical access hospitals scored best on the iVantage Health Analytics’ Hospital Strength Index, which includes a unique set of measures rating Market Strength, Value-based Strength and Financial Strength as key pillars for benchmarking. It incorporates 56 different performance metrics, including quality, outcomes, patient perspective, affordability and efficiency.
iVantage Health Analytics, Inc. manages the HealthStrong Awards Program, which recognizes exceptional performance among all eligible U.S. general acute care hospitals, including all rural hospitals and the more than 1,300 Critical Access Hospitals. |
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 South Peninsula Hospital announces the opening of South Peninsula Orthopedics and welcomes Dr. Brent M. Adcox to the community. Dr. Adcox, orthopedic surgeon, is now here on a full time basis, offering a full range of orthopedic services including sports medicine, orthopedic surgeries, total joint replacements and care of cervical and lumbar spinal disorders.
Dr. Adcox, his wife and two young children recently relocated from Texas where he has been practicing orthopedics for nearly 10 years. He received a bachelor’s and master’s of science in biology from Texas Tech University, and earned his doctor of medicine degree at the University of Texas Medical School. He completed his residency in orthopedic surgery at the University of Texas Health Sciences Center, and completed his spine fellowship at South Texas Spinal Clinic, where he continued on as medical staff for several years. By welcoming Dr. Adcox to our medical staff, the hospital is pleased to fill a much-needed service in our community.
The clinic is open Monday through Friday and located just below the hospital at 4201 Bartlett Street, Suite 201, in the Kachemak Professional Building, next to Kachemak Bay Medical Clinic. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 235-0310. |
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South Peninsula Hospital has a fulltime staff pharmacist position open which requires hospital experience. A $15,000 sign-on bonus is offered to qualified candidates who apply directly to the hospital, without utilizing a recruitment firm.
The setting is a 22 bed acute care in-patient hospital pharmacy which supports an outpatient infusion department and a 28 bed attached long term care facility. Bedside barcode medication administration is offered and the department is moving towards physician order entry. It is a newly remodeled department which is USP 797 compliant which is part of a newly expanded and remodeled hospital. This daytime position allows you plenty of time and energy to enjoy the great Alaskan lifestyle.
South Peninsula Hospital offers a relaxed environment with a manageable work flow. And thanks to our friendly, knowledgeable staff, our hospital repeatedly gets high reviews for patient care. We offer highly competitive wages and benefits, including a student loan forgiveness program, tuition reimbursement, wellness program and generous paid leave and retirement.
We are located in Homer, Alaska, a remote, seaside community with the scenic waters of Kachemak Bay right outside your doorstep. You can’t get any closer to nature, adventure, solitude, and culture. Regardless of your Alaskan interests, you’ll find it here in Homer. Experience kayaking, fishing, hunting and boating. Enjoy galleries, college, museums and culture. Appreciate wildlife, mountains, silence and serenity. Whatever the reason you live in Alaska, it’s easy to find here in Homer.
Additional information can be found by contacting Jessie Cashman, Human Resource Specialist, at 907-235-0386 or email her at
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South Peninsula Hospital is one of numerous partnering agencies in our local MAPP (Mobilizing for Action through Planning and Parntership) which just completed the first ever community wide health needs assessment. Utilizing a partner driven model, the assessment looked at local public health essentials, community strengths and themes, local data and forces of change. Click here for the assessment results.
The assessment findings are the foundation of a community health improvement plan, currently being developed by members of the community and the partners from the assessment. For more information, visit the project website at www.mappofskp.net. |
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