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

We are a Tribal health care organization serving nearly 30,000 people 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.

About the role

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.

Requirements

• Family Nurse Practitioner; Physician Assistant; Physician (MD or DO)
• 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
• FNP/PA Certification; 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
• 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
• 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
• Management of students in both classroom and clinical environments; advisement of assigned Health Aide trainees

Benefits

• Generous PTO – beginning at 4.5 weeks
• Eleven paid holidays
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement plans
• Employee Wellness Center

Pay

Minimum hourly pay: $73

Full-time, 40 hours per week, exempt status.