Locum Family Nurse Practitioner - Outpatient

Bethel​, Alaska

We are working together to achieve excellent health. Come join us!

The Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation is a Tribal health care organization, serving nearly 30,000 people living across rural, southwest Alaska in villages with populations from about 10 to more than 1,000. Bethel, the regional hub and location of the only hospital in the region, has a population of nearly 7,000. The Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta is home to thousands of lakes and two primary rivers—the Kuskokwim and Yukon.

 We offer a broad range of employment opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact on the health of people in the region.

Position Summary:  The Physician Assistant, Family Nurse Practitioner (PA, FNP) shall be committed to contributing to the mission of the Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation (YKHC), Working together to Achieve Excellent Health." The PA, FNP is an employee working under the supervision of the Medical Director, who is in turn supervised by the Clinical Services Administrator. The PA, FNP provides care to patients presenting to the outpatient setting for preventative, acute and chronic health issues.

Minimum Education: PA/FNP must have completed an approved Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Training Program and received and maintained certification.

Minimum Experience: Two years minimum suggested experience level.

Must have experience with reading radiographs and dispensing medication.

Licensure, Certification, Registration: Must have Alaska License and DEA license.

Be current on CME requirements.

Equipment/Tools: Must have the computer skills needed to access computerized medical records.

Specialized knowledge and skills: 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.

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Additional Information:

Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status and any other basis protected by law. Individuals with disabilities needing assistance in the recruitment process are encouraged to contact Human Resources directly. 

Under P.L. 93-638, preference is given to Alaska Native/American Indian applicants.

For more information, please contact the YKHC Recruitment Department at YKHCRecruitment@YKHC.org or phone (907) 543-6060 and ask to speak with a recruiter.

To view more positions available please visit YKHC Career Center (https://chu.tbe.taleo.net/chu01/ats/careers/v2/jobSearch?org=YKHC&cws=41)