Senior Basic Training Instructor Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant: Sign On*, Relocation and Retention Bonus Eligible

Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation; Bethel (AK); On-site; USD 73,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & holidays

Healthcare coverage

Life & Disability Insurance

FSA

Retirement plans

Wellness Center

Sign-on Bonus 15000/20000

Job summary

The Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation in Bethel, Alaska, is seeking a licensed clinician (FNP, PA, or MD/DO) to support Community Health Aide education and primary care training. You will travel to village clinics, provide CME instruction, and work with the CHAP Director to advance student learning.

This is a full-time, exempt position with 40 hours per week, offering generous PTO, holidays, comprehensive benefits, and sign-on bonuses of 15k to 20k based on contract length.

Qualifications

• FNP, PA, or MD/DO with current Alaska licensure.
• National Certification required; fully credentialed at YKDRH; DEA number; BLS recommended; ACLS/PALS recommended.
• Strong teaching and team leadership abilities; cultural sensitivity.

Responsibilities

• Assist Health Aide students in developing primary and emergency care knowledge; follow statewide curriculum; travel to village clinics to assess progress.
• Provide Continuing Medical Education (CME) instruction to Health Aides as requested.
• Assist CHAP Director with projects and committee work.

Skills

Effective communication

Cultural sensitivity

Teaching/mentoring

Education

Nurse Practitioner

Physician Assistant

MD/DO Physician

Tools

Word processing

Email

Projector

Digital camera

Job description

We are working together to achieve excellent health. Come join us!

The Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation is a Tribal health care organization, serving nearly 30,000 people living across rural, southwest Alaska in villages with populations from about 10 to more than 1,000. Bethel, the regional hub and location of the only hospital in the region, has a population of nearly 7,000. The Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta is home to thousands of lakes and two primary rivers - the Kuskokwim and Yukon.

We offer a broad range of employment opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact on the health of people in the region.

Position Summary:

Works as a team member in classroom, laboratory, and clinical settings to assist Community Health Aide students in developing primary care and emergency care knowledge and skills; follows statewide Community Health Aide Training Curriculum, Manual, and Standards; travels to village clinics as needed to assess student progress. Provides Continuing Medical Education (CME) instruction to Health Aides as requested by the Director. Assists the Health Aide Training Coordinator and CHAP Director with projects and in committee as requested.

Position Qualifications:

• Minimum Education: Family Nurse Practitioner; Physician Assistant; Physician (MD or DO).
• Minimum Experience: Two (2) years of recent positive family practice experience. Related experience may be considered (e.g., Women's health). Teacher training and experience desirable, but not required.
• License, Certification, Registration: FNP, PA, MD, DO. Must have current licensure in State of Alaska. National Certification required. Must be fully credentialed at YKDRH and be a member of Medical Staff. Must have a current DEA number. Current BLS, recommend ACLS and PALS. Satisfactory reference and criminal checks.
• Equipment/Tools/Word-Aids: Able to use computers for word processing, emailing, accessing stored files; ability to operate digital camera, projector, and other equipment as it becomes available, or ability and willingness to learn.
• Specialized Knowledge and Skills: Effective communication skills, cultural sensitivity, and ability to teach students in a supportive and respectful manner. Ability to function within a team training approach as both a member and a leader.
• Supervisory Responsibilities: Management of students in both classroom and clinical environments; advisement of assigned Health Aide trainees.

Benefits Include:

• Generous PTO - starting at 4.5 weeks per year, accrued over time
• Eleven paid holidays
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement plans
• Employee Wellness Center
• $15,000 Sign on Bonus with 2 year contract / $20,000 Sign on Bonus with 3 year contract
• Plus More!

Compensation Pay Range Minimum:

73

Employment Type:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Hours Per Week:

40

FLSA Exempt:

Yes

Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation is an Affirmpitive Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status and any other basis protected by law. Individuals with disabilities needing assistance in the recruitment process are encouraged to contact Human Resources directly.

Under P.L. 93-638, preference is given to Alaska Native/American Indian applicants.

For more information, please contact the YKHC Recruitment Department at [e-mail]