Advanced Practice Provider - PA or NP

Description

SUMMARY

This position is responsible for delivering comprehensive medical, preventive, and therapeutic health care services through a clinic-centered approach, including home visits and community outreach. The APP will manage the overall medical needs of patients and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality care.


ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

Assess health status and practices of individuals and families through histories, observation, and physical exams.
Develop and implement treatment plans with periodic follow-up.
Prescribe medications and treatments for common health conditions.
Order, perform, and interpret laboratory and diagnostic tests.
Coordinate patient follow-up with Community Health Aides and RN Case Manager.
Maintain accurate and compliant medical records in the EHR system.
Establish collaborative relationships with IHS, tribal, and non-tribal providers.
Refer patients to specialty clinics and external providers as needed.
Guide and support the organization’s vaccination and Community Health Aide programs.
Assist in formulary development with medical, pharmacy, dental, and behavioral health staff.
Participate in community wellness initiatives.
Plan, evaluate, and coordinate clinic services and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Strong understanding and sensitivity to Alaska Native culture and lifestyle.
Excellent written, verbal, analytical, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and organizational policies.
Proficient in time management, multitasking, and independent decision-making.
Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
Competence in physical assessment, patient education, and clinical oversight.
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
Licensed in Alaska as a Family Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.
ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications (required within one year of hire).
DEA registration.
Valid Alaska Driver’s License and proof of personal liability insurance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Two years of experience in a rural health care setting.
Two years of experience as a Mid-Level Practitioner (MLP).

WORKING CONDITIONS

Sedentary work with routine walking, standing, bending, and lifting (<25 lbs). Clinical office setting with diverse populations. Local travel may be required, including exposure to extreme weather. CRNA is a smoke-free and tobacco-free campus. PPE provided as needed.


SUPERVISION

Received: Regular communication with supervisors; guided by program requirements and CRNA policies.
Exercised: None.

CONDITIONS OF HIRE

Employment is “at will.”
Must pass initial and random drug/alcohol screenings.
Federal criminal background check required for covered positions.
First Aid/CPR certification within 90 days of hire.
Annual TB screening.
Must meet standards for fitness for duty, immunizations, credentialing, and privileging.