Itinerant Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner

Position Summary :

The Physician Assistant, Nurse Practitioner, (PA, NP) shall be committed to contributing to the mission of the Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation (YKHC), "Working Together to Achieve Excellent Health." The PA is an employee working under the supervision of the Medical Director who is in turn supervised by the Chief of Staff. Provides "float" coverage to other 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.

Note : This is a child contact position

Job Requirements :

• PA, NP must have completed an approved Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Training Program and received and maintained certification.
• Two years minimum suggested experience level. Should have experience with reading radiographs and dispensing medication.
• Must have Alaska License and DEA license and National Certification
• 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 and PA students and oversee community Health Aide clinical practice.

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