Advanced Practice Provider

SUMMARY

This position is responsible for delivering comprehensive medical, preventive, and therapeutic health care services through a clinic-centered approach, including home visits and community outreach. The APP will manage the overall medical needs of patients and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality care.
 

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

· Assess health status and practices of individuals and families through histories, observation, and physical exams.

· Develop and implement treatment plans with periodic follow-up.

· Prescribe medications and treatments for common health conditions.

· Order, perform, and interpret laboratory and diagnostic tests.

· Coordinate patient follow-up with Community Health Aides and RN Case Manager.

· Maintain accurate and compliant medical records in the EHR system.

· Establish collaborative relationships with IHS, tribal, and non-tribal providers.

· Refer patients to specialty clinics and external providers as needed.

· Guide and support the organization’s vaccination and Community Health Aide programs.

· Assist in formulary development with medical, pharmacy, dental, and behavioral health staff.

· Participate in community wellness initiatives.

· Plan, evaluate, and coordinate clinic services and procedures.

· Perform other duties as assigned.

 KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

· Strong understanding and sensitivity to Alaska Native culture and lifestyle.

· Excellent written, verbal, analytical, and interpersonal communication skills.

· Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and organizational policies.

· Proficient in time management, multitasking, and independent decision-making.

· Ability to work collaboratively and independently.

· Competence in physical assessment, patient education, and clinical oversight.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

· Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.

· Licensed in Alaska as a Family Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.

· ACLS, BLS, and PALS certifications (required within one year of hire).

· DEA registration.

· Valid Alaska Driver’s License and proof of personal liability insurance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

· Two years of experience in a rural health care setting.

· Two years of experience as a Mid-Level Practitioner (MLP).

WORKING CONDITIONS

Sedentary work with routine walking, standing, bending, and lifting (<25 lbs). Clinical office setting with diverse populations. Local travel may be required, including exposure to extreme weather. CRNA is a smoke-free and tobacco-free campus. PPE provided as needed.

SUPERVISION

· Received: Regular communication with supervisors; guided by program requirements and CRNA policies.

· Exercised: None.

CONDITIONS OF HIRE

· Employment is “at will.”

· Must pass initial and random drug/alcohol screenings.

· Federal criminal background check required for covered positions.

· First Aid/CPR certification within 90 days of hire.

· Annual TB screening.

· Must meet standards for fitness for duty, immunizations, credentialing, and privileging.