Physician Assistant / Family Nurse Practitioner – Emergency Care

About the role

The Yukon‑Kuskokwim Health Corporation is seeking a qualified Physician Assistant or Family Nurse Practitioner to provide acute and chronic care for adults and children in a Level IV Trauma Center and Emergency Department. You will work alongside physicians in urgent‑care and lower‑acuity ER settings, handling a range of medical procedures and patient admissions.

Key responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat moderately ill adult and pediatric patients in the ER.
• Perform procedures such as incision & drainage, suturing, and lumbar punctures.
• Assist with admission holding orders and coordinate patient flow.
• Order and interpret laboratory and X‑ray results with physician backup.
• Supervise and mentor NP/PA students and oversee community Health Aide clinical practice.
• Work scheduled shifts: 12 pm‑12 am weekdays, 10 am‑10 pm weekends/holidays.

Required profile

• Completed an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program and current certification.
• Minimum two years of clinical experience (preferred).
• Alaska professional license and DEA registration.
• Current CME compliance.
• Proficiency with electronic medical record systems.

Required skills

• Radiograph interpretation
• Medication dispensing
• Laboratory and X‑ray ordering and interpretation
• Electronic medical records (EMR) navigation
• Procedural skills (I&D, suturing, lumbar puncture)

What we offer

• Hourly rate of $113.75 (40 hours/week)
• Temporary locums position with direct employment
• Opportunity to serve a diverse rural population in Alaska