PMHNP Needed in Beautiful Alaska

BAS Healthcare, Inc; Homer (AK); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off: 5 weeks yearly

FEHB Health Insurance: 100% employee

Dental and Vision after 90 days

Group Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Employer 401(k)

Wellness Incentive Program

Job summary

Seldovia Village Tribe Health and Wellness is seeking a PMHNP to join a mission‑driven tribal health organization serving Alaska’s South Kenai Peninsula. You will provide psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and psychotherapy for adults and children in a low‑acuity outpatient setting.

The role emphasizes MAT/MOUD services, collaboration with PCPs, and travel to rural clinics. Requires Alaska APRN license and PMHNP‑BC, with experience in both adult and pediatric populations.

Qualifications

• MSN from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program with PMHNP-BC certification.
• Active Alaska APRN license or ability to obtain.
• Minimum 2 years of experience as attending provider managing psychiatric patients (inpatient or outpatient) or completion of a PMHNP residency.
• Comfortable treating both adult and pediatric populations.
• Experience with MAT/MOUD preferred.
• Ability and willingness to travel to rural clinic sites.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive outpatient psychiatric evaluations and ongoing medication management for adult and pediatric patients.
• Lead MAT and MOUD therapy services for patients with substance use disorders.
• Conduct individual, group, and family psychotherapy for acute and chronic mental health conditions.
• Collaborate with Primary Care Providers for referral and follow-up coordination.
• Refer complex cases to outside specialty care providers as appropriate.
• Coordinate with other providers for chronic disease management and integrated behavioral health support.
• Provide patient and family education on mental health conditions and treatment plans.

Skills

Psychiatric evaluation

Medication management

MAT/MOUD experience

Travel to rural clinics

Education

MSN from accredited NP program

PMHNP-BC certification

Active Alaska APRN license

Tools

eClinicalWorks

Job description

PMHNP – Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Homer, Alaska

POSITION OVERVIEW

Opportunity Type: Permanent Placement | Full-Time | In-Person

Start Date: ASAP

Schedule: Monday – Friday | No weekends | No on‑call

Setting: Low acuity outpatient — Behavioral Health & Primary Care Integration

Patient Population: Adults and children | 10-15% tribal patients (higher percentage in mental health services)

EMR: eClinicalWorks

COMPENSATION

• Base Salary: Competitive salary with benefits!
• Loan Repayment: Available
• Relocation Assistance: Negotiable

Benefits Package

• Paid Time Off: 5 weeks annually plus sick leave and holidays
• Health Insurance: FEHB — 100% of employee premiums covered | 50% of spouse and dependent premiums covered
• Dental and Vision insurance available after 90 days
• Group Life Insurance: Up to $250,000
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employer 401(k) — enrollment effective January 1 or July 1 following one year of employment
• Wellness Incentive Program: Up to $300 per calendar year

ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES

This full-time PMHNP opportunity joins a mission-driven Tribal Health organization serving the South Kenai Peninsula region of Alaska. The position is supported by a Behavioral Health Services Expansion (BHSE) grant aimed at increasing access to mental health and substance use disorder services across the community.

Clinical Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive outpatient psychiatric evaluations and ongoing medication management for adult and pediatric patients
• LeadMAT and MOUD (Medications for Opioid Use Disorder) therapy services for patients with substance use disorders
• Conduct individual, group, and family psychotherapy for acute and chronic mental health conditions
• Collaborate with Primary Care Providers — PCPs may refer patients with identified psychiatric concerns directly to the PMHNP for evaluation and follow-up coordination
• Refer SPMI patients and complex cases to outside specialty care providers as appropriate
• Coordinate with other providers for chronic disease management and integrated behavioral health support
• Provide patient and family education on mental health conditions, medications, and treatment plans
• Support community health education and health promotion activities

Appointment Structure

• Initial Evaluations: 60 minutes
• Follow-Up Visits: 20 minutes

REQUIREMENTS

• MSN from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program with current PMHNP-BC certification
• Active Alaska APRN license or ability to obtain
• Minimum 2 years of experience as attending provider managing psychiatric patients (inpatient or outpatient) OR completion of a one-year PMHNP residency program
• Comfortable treating both adult and pediatric populations
• Experience with MAT/MOUD preferred
• Ability and willingness to travel to rural clinic sites
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and background check including fingerprinting
• Clean malpractice and license history required

ABOUT THE FACILITY

SeldoviaVillageTribe (SVT) Health and Wellness is a federally recognized Tribal health organization committed to improving the health of all people in the South Kenai Peninsula communities through quality, respectful, and culturally appropriate primary, holistic, and preventive care. SVT's integrative model includes behavioral health, primary care, acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, nutritional infusions, massage therapy, infrared sauna, and health coaching — offering patients a truly comprehensive wellness experience rooted in cultural sensitivity and community trust.

ABOUT HOMER, ALASKA

Homeris a stunning coastal community nestled on the shores of Kachemak Bay on the southern Kenai Peninsula, renowned as the "Halibut Fishing Capital of the World." Surroundedby breathtaking mountain views, world-classfishing, hiking, and wildlife, Homer offers an exceptional quality of life for those who embrace Alaska'snatural beautyand outdoor lifestyle. Witha vibrant arts community, local dining, and a warm small-townatmosphere, Homer is an ideal destinationfor healthcare providers seeking meaningfulwork in oneof the most scenic placesin North America.