Itinerant Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner; Sign on, Relocation & Retention Bonus Eligible

Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation Bethel, AK, US

Position Summary:

The Itinerant Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) shall be committed to contributing to the mission of the Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation (YKHC), “Working Together to Achieve Excellent Health.” Provides regular “float” coverage to YKHC village clinics as assigned, providing primary (acute, chronic and preventive) health care and emergency care to those seeking health services at the village clinic.

Job Requirements:

PA, NP must have completed an approved Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner Training Program and received and maintained certification and licensure.
Minimum four years of experience in Outpatient Clinic environments. Experience should include all aspects of family practice, routine and emergency/urgent care and chronic patient care for adults, pediatric, OBGYN, and prenatal care. Should be confident in suturing, splinting, and other emergency care/procedures.
Must have or obtain Alaska License and DEA license and National Certification for credentials.
Must have the computer skills needed to access computerized medical records.
Needs the skills and knowledge to practice medicine in the area of their specialty.
Ability to supervise and mentor NP/PA students and oversee community Health Aide clinical practice

Benefits Include:

Generous PTO – starting at 4.5 weeks per year, accrued over time
Eleven paid holidays
Comprehensive healthcare coverage
Life and Disability Insurance
Flexible Spending Account
Retirement plans
Employee Wellness Center
Plus More!

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