Autonomous PA/NP: Correctional Health Leader

State of Alaska; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 119,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Alaska, Department of Corrections, Hiland Mountain Correctional Center in Eagle River, AK, seeks a Physician Assistant/Advanced Practice Registered Nurse 1. The role provides urgent and chronic inmate care with 24-hour nursing support, and requires Alaska licensure and potential DEA registration.

This position emphasizes collaboration with nurses, behavioral health, and external providers. Starting salary may be approved up to Step D; comprehensive benefits accompany the role.

Qualifications

• Eligibility for licensure to practice as a Physician Assistant or APRN in Alaska.
• Special notes on licensure eligibility for applicants not yet licensed.
• Background checks and potential DEA registration requirements may apply.
• Shift assignments and on-call availability may be required.

Responsibilities

• Care for emergent, urgent and chronic inmate health needs.
• Coordinate with nurses, behavioral health and social work.
• Serve as liaison between the facility, local physicians and hospitals.
• Prescribe Schedule II-V drugs per state licensure and board authority.

Skills

Medicine

Public Health

Technology Application

Teamwork

Analytical Thinking

Job description

State of Alaska, Department of Corrections, Hiland Mountain Correctional Center in Eagle River, AK, seeks a Physician Assistant/Advanced Practice Registered Nurse 1. The role provides urgent and chronic inmate care with 24-hour nursing support, and requires Alaska licensure and potential DEA registration.

This position emphasizes collaboration with nurses, behavioral health, and external providers. Starting salary may be approved up to Step D; comprehensive benefits accompany the role.