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.