39 jobs found in alaska

This Assignment is with one of our most outstanding Clients in beautiful Alaska. They are looking for an SLP to work on Assignment for the 2020 - 2021 School Year starting in August! We have had multiple Providers work with this District over the years, and many have elected to either extend their assignment or return for another year. This School offers an all encompassing orientation and support while on assignment. If you don't have your Alaska License yet, but you are interested in this opportunity, don' worry!! We will pay for and process it for you!! Reach out for more details! 2020 - 2021 School Year Guaranteed Hours K-12 Population Supportive Team! We provide complimentary housing and travel We arrange and cover costs for licensing and malpractice We simplify the credentialing and privileging process We provide first day medical insurance and 401(K) match Your personal recruiter handles every detail, 24/7

The mission-driven health center is hiring a Licensed Clinical Social Worker / LCSW for an outpatient mental health role in Fairbanks, AK! Open to new grads! Come make a difference within a growing team of providers that focus to enhance the lives of the people they serve! Position: Licensed Clinical Social Worker / LCSW – Mental Health Company: Small, mission-driven health center that provides affordable care to the area it serves Fairbanks is a large community with a small-town feel Great place to work in the beautiful state of Alaska Benefits and Features: $68-78K annual salary, depending on experience Excellent PTO health benefits, dental vision, long-term disability CME reimbursement 401k HEC loan repayment potential with a 2-year commitment “First Day Bonus” – one month salary Provider’s Role with the Company: Monday-Friday 8-5 PM LCSW will work in an outpatient psych setting Will see an average of 10 patients per day Background profile: LCSW / Licensed Clinical Social Worker Experience with substance abuse Integrated behavioral health experience Open to new grads Resume to Dorothy Blalock - dorothy@npnow.com IND1 www.npnow.com MSN/ Masters of Science in Nursing APRN / Advanced Practice Registered Nurse / ARNP / Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner

The mission-driven health center is hiring a Psychologist / PsyD for an outpatient mental health role in Fairbanks, AK! Open to new grads! Come make a difference within a growing team of providers that focus to enhance the lives of the people they serve! Position: Psychologist / PsyD – Mental Health Company: Small, mission-driven health center that provides affordable care to the area it serves Fairbanks is a large community with a small-town feel Great place to work in the beautiful state of Alaska Benefits and Features: $86-102k annual salary, depending on experience Excellent PTO health benefits, dental vision, long-term disability CME reimbursement 401k HEC loan repayment potential with a 2-year commitment “First Day Bonus” – one month salary Provider’s Role with the Company: Monday-Friday 8-5 PM A psychologist will work in an outpatient psych setting Will see an average of 10 patients per day Background profile: PsyD / Psychologist Experience with substance abuse Integrated behavioral health experience Open to new grads Resume to Dorothy Blalock - dorothy@npnow.com IND1 www.npnow.com MSN/ Masters of Science in Nursing APRN / Advanced Practice Registered Nurse / ARNP / Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner

A Growing Addiction Medicine Group is looking to hire a Nurse Practitioner/NP or Physician Assistant / PA-C to work in an outpatient Addiction Medicine clinic in the Ketchikan, AK area! Full time or Part time opportunity Open to New graduates! Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant will make a big impact within the community treating the whole patient and partnering with community outreach organizations to overcome barriers Company: Founded in 2012, this organization prides itself in treating the whole patient and providing community resources to help patients overcome all barriers to better health Addressing patient needs through on-site outpatient clinics and telemedicine Rapidly growing organization addressing the opioid crisis through outpatient clinics in 10 states with continued plans for growth in 2020 Join a team that values teamwork and is passionate in helping patients through some of the lowest and darkest points of their lives Benefits and Features: $125,000 - $135,000, depending on experience Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, CE, malpractice 401K Excellent PTO Sign-on Bonus potential! Your Role with the Company: Monday, 730a-1030a, Tuesday and Thursday, 4:00p-8:00p (In clinic hours) Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant will be seeing ages 18 and up FNP/PA will join a collaborative and supportive team Telemedicine to achieve more hours Background Profile: Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner/FNP or Physician Assistant/ PA 1+ year of relative experience preferred Must have Suboxone Waiver or in process FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Nathan Peeples, NP Now LLC nathan@npnow.com 843-806-3187 IND1 MSN/APRN (Advanced Practice Registered Nurse)/ARNP/ NP-BC/AGNP/FNP/ANP, Family or Adult Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant/ PA

A Growing Addiction Medicine Group is looking to hire a Nurse Practitioner/NP or Physician Assistant / PA-C to work in an outpatient Addiction Medicine clinic in the Fairbanks, AK area! Full time or Part time opportunity Open to New graduates! Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant will make a big impact within the community treating the whole patient and partnering with community outreach organizations to overcome barriers Company: Founded in 2012, this organization prides itself in treating the whole patient and providing community resources to help patients overcome all barriers to better health Addressing patient needs through on-site outpatient clinics and telemedicine Rapidly growing organization addressing the opioid crisis through outpatient clinics in 10 states with continued plans for growth in 2020 Join a team that values teamwork and is passionate in helping patients through some of the lowest and darkest points of their lives Benefits and Features: $125,000 - $135,000, depending on experience Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, CE, malpractice 401K Excellent PTO Sign-on Bonus potential! Your Role with the Company: M-Thurs, 730a-6p (Flexible schedule) Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant will be seeing ages 18 and up FNP/PA will join a collaborative and supportive team Potential for some telemedicine Background Profile: Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner/FNP or Physician Assistant/ PA 1+ year of relative experience preferred Must have Suboxone Waiver or in process FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Nathan Peeples, NP Now LLC nathan@npnow.com 843-806-3187 IND1 MSN/APRN (Advanced Practice Registered Nurse)/ARNP/ NP-BC/AGNP/FNP/ANP, Family or Adult Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant/ PA

A Growing Addiction Medicine Group is looking to hire a Nurse Practitioner/NP or Physician Assistant / PA-C to work in an outpatient Addiction Medicine clinic in the Fairbanks, AK area! Full time or Part time opportunity Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant will make a big impact within the community treating the whole patient and partnering with community outreach organizations to overcome barriers Company: Founded in 2012, this organization prides itself in treating the whole patient and providing community resources to help patients overcome all barriers to better health Addressing patient needs through on-site outpatient clinics and telemedicine Rapidly growing organization addressing the opioid crisis through outpatient clinics in 10 states with continued plans for growth in 2020 Join a team that values teamwork and is passionate in helping patients through some of the lowest and darkest points of their lives Benefits and Features: $125,000 - $135,000, depending on experience Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, CE, malpractice 401K Excellent PTO Sign-on Bonus potential! Your Role with the Company: M-Thurs, 730a-6p (Flexible schedule) Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant will be seeing ages 18 and up FNP/PA will join a collaborative and supportive team Potential for some telemedicine Background Profile: Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner/FNP or Physician Assistant/ PA 1+ year of relative experience preferred Must have Suboxone Waiver or in process FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Nathan Peeples, NP Now LLC nathan@npnow.com 843-806-3187 IND1 MSN/APRN (Advanced Practice Registered Nurse)/ARNP/ NP-BC/AGNP/FNP/ANP, Family or Adult Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant/ PA

A Growing Addiction Medicine Group is looking to hire a Nurse Practitioner/NP or Physician Assistant / PA-C to work in an outpatient Addiction Medicine clinic in the Ketchikan, AK area! Full time or Part time opportunity Open to New graduates! Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant will make a big impact within the community treating the whole patient and partnering with community outreach organizations to overcome barriers Company: Founded in 2012, this organization prides itself in treating the whole patient and providing community resources to help patients overcome all barriers to better health Addressing patient needs through on-site outpatient clinics and telemedicine Rapidly growing organization addressing the opioid crisis through outpatient clinics in 10 states with continued plans for growth in 2020 Join a team that values teamwork and is passionate in helping patients through some of the lowest and darkest points of their lives Benefits and Features: $125,000 - $135,000, depending on experience Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, CE, malpractice 401K Excellent PTO Sign-on Bonus potential! Your Role with the Company: Monday, 730a-1030a, Tuesday and Thursday, 4:00p-8:00p (In clinic hours) Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant will be seeing ages 18 and up FNP/PA will join a collaborative and supportive team Telemedicine to achieve more hours Background Profile: Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner/FNP or Physician Assistant/ PA 1+ year of relative experience preferred Must have Suboxone Waiver or in process FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Nathan Peeples, NP Now LLC nathan@npnow.com 843-806-3187 IND1 MSN/APRN (Advanced Practice Registered Nurse)/ARNP/ NP-BC/AGNP/FNP/ANP, Family or Adult Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant/ PA

We are so thrilled to have the ability to work with this amazing School System in Stunning Alaska! We consistently have Providers on Assignment with this school, and they all provide such incredible feedback! They are extraordinarily welcoming, have a fantastic orientation laid out, and continue to provide support while on assignment. Please reach out for more details! Guaranteed Hours Incredible Location! Incredible Staff and Support Team! We provide complimentary housing and travel We arrange and cover costs for licensing and malpractice We simplify the credentialing and privileging process We provide first day medical insurance and 401(K) match Your personal recruiter handles every detail, 24/7

This opportunity is available for a home health setting for 26 weeks in AK. Therapist will treat an adult and geriatric population seeing approximately 5-6 patients per day. Candidates with home health experience are desired. Call today to learn more!. Home Health experience required 4 day/week schedule - no weekends 6 month contract We provide complimentary housing and travel We arrange and cover costs for licensing and malpractice We simplify the credentialing and privileging process We provide first day medical insurance and 401(K) match Your personal recruiter handles every detail, 24/7

CRNA Needed in the Heart of Alaska - GREAT PAY! GREAT SCHEDULE! GREAT BENEFITS! CRNA needed in spectacular Alaska. Enjoy the epitome of the great outdoors! Hunting and Fishing, Mountains and Lakes! All while having access to a university community alive with arts, music, theater, and community activities. You will be immersed by abundant natural beauty. Great mix of cases! Those who are comfortable working autonomously are preferred. Significant time off and day off after call. SRNAs who are comfortable working with minimal supervision are encouraged to apply. Respond with your CV or Resume for more details. For further details about this or other permanent CRNA opportunities around the country, please contact Dean Caruso at Dean.Caruso@CompHealth.com or call 954.837.2773. **Please reference JOB - 2627895 Established Health System Significant Bonus Available High Earning Potential Full Benefits Significant Time Off Our services are free for you We help negotiate your salary and contract We coordinate interviews and help with licenses Specialized recruiters match your career preferences Experienced support teams take care of every detail

A well-established Cardiology group in Alaska is seeking a Nuclear Med Tech to join their large team of providers. Enjoy an M-F schedule with No call, no evenings, weekends and holidays off. This part of Alaska offers all the aspects of the Great Outdoors plus the benefits of living near a large Metropolitan area. For more information on this opportunity, as well as other positions nationwide, please contact Jay Montenegro in the Medical Imaging Division at 954-837-2717. Send your resume or CV in strict confidence to jay.montenegro@comphealth.com In our 39 years of experience here at CompHealth, we support you throughout the entire interview process, including scheduling interviews and assisting with necessary travel arrangements. We often negotiate compensation on your behalf and ensure the best possible offer for you. We get your resume directly in front of the decision-maker, hence skipping the long online application process. Current registration for ARRT or NMTCB preferred Great compensation salary range, excellent benefits Monday-Friday, 8 hours a day. No call, no evenings Minimum 2 years of Nuclear Med Tech experience. Inpatient & outpatient Our services are free for you We help negotiate your salary and contract We coordinate interviews and help with licenses Specialized recruiters match your career preferences Experienced support teams take care of every detail

Pharmacist in Alaska to $170K plus Student Loan + Retirement to $15K Please ask for Sean Goldstein at 954.837.2619 or Sean.Goldstein@CompHealth.com when inquiring about this job Come to Alaska for a unique opportunity. We are seeking an experienced pharmacist to work as part of a team serving a hospital and outpatient sites in the area. With a salary up to $170K (based on experience), multiple STUDENT LOAN REPAYMENT Programs, 2 retirement programs of up to 9% of income (yielding up to $15K a year), Fully paid health benefits for you, and a possible Sign-on Bonus, you will be well compensated. Join an amazing Alaska community rich in culture and wonderful outdoor activities. This opportunity is adventurer's dream in an outdoorsman's paradise with a plethora of activities ranging from hiking to fishing. The employer has said, 'we live in an area where families enjoy living.' If you are seeking a progressive, patient-focused facility in a close-knit safe community, then this is the position for you. This location is just a short flight from Anchorage. For further details about this opportunity and other permanent Pharmacy jobs around the US, please contact Sean Goldstein at Sean.Goldstein@CompHealth.com or call 954.837.2619 **Please reference JOB - 2624634 Salary to $170K based on experience Fully Paid Healthcare Short flight to Anchorage, Alaska Experienced Pharmacist position Student Loan Programs Retirement up to $15K a year Work in multiple facilities in the area An Adventurers Dream! Our services are free for you We help negotiate your salary and contract We coordinate interviews and help with licenses Specialized recruiters match your career preferences Experienced support teams take care of every detail

An experienced Ultrasound/X-Ray Technologist is desired in the scenic shoreline of Alaska, just a short flight away from Anchorage. The ideal candidate will bring registries in RDMS and ARRT along with professional experience. This is a Monday-Friday day shift, providing competitive compensation, full benefits and on-campus housing. This opportunity is an outdoorsman's paradise with a plethora of outdoor activities ranging from hiking to fishing. HR claims that 'we live in an area where families enjoy living.' If you are seeking a progressive, patient-focused facility in a close-knit safe community, then this is the position for you. To apply or learn about the finer details of this job, facility, and location, please email your resume to Tanya.Kilty@comphealth.com (confidential, my eyes only) then call or text 954-616-2917. In our 39 years of experience here at CompHealth, we support you throughout the entire interview process, including scheduling interviews and assisting with necessary travel arrangements. We often negotiate compensation on your behalf, and ensure the best possible offer for you. We get your resume directly in front of the decision maker, hence skipping the long online application process RDMS and ARRT required Must have professional experience Experience in CT, Mammo and/or MRI is a plus! Monday - Friday day shift Competitive compensation, full benefits Beautiful coastal Alaska community Our services are free for you We help negotiate your salary and contract We coordinate interviews and help with licenses Specialized recruiters match your career preferences Experienced support teams take care of every detail

A very successful multi-specialty group in Southeast Alaska has grown to 20 clinic locations with over 50 primary care providers. They continue to grow and are looking to add a board certified psychiatrist to their system that is focused on patient care. You will have ability to make well above the MGMA median while experiencing one of the most beautiful places in America. The opportunity: Board Eligible / Board Certified – Psychiatry (Adult) Schedule: Monday – Friday 8am-5pm Outpatient only – On average 10 patients a day Fantastic compensation - $300,000 salary Great benefits package plus 7 weeks PTO, and a $30,000 sign on bonus Fantastic loan repayment options – NHSC, Indian Health Services, HPSA score 17 The Location: Southeast Alaska, commonly referred to as "The Panhandle", comprises a number of large islands and a strip of coastline that borders British Columbia to the east. This place is a true wilderness experience unlike any other place. With over a dozen mountain ranges, over 365,000 miles of rivers, vastly divergent ecosystems, huge expanses of boreal forest, millions of acres of virgin coastal rainforest, and thousands of miles of coastline, the stage is set for all kinds of outdoor adventures. Alaska fishing is legendary, whether you're talking about king salmon fishing, coho salmon fishing or angling for trout, you will have the ability to experience some of the best fishing in the world. Alaska hunting is storied the world over, with excellent opportunities for moose hunting, brown bear hunting, Dall sheep hunting, caribou hunting, Sitka blacktail deer hunting, mountain goat hunting and much, much more. If you are ready for your next big adventure please do not hesitate to reach out to me for more details. Jeff Foster Jackson Physician Search Cell: 303-927-9226 jefoster@jacksonphysiciansearch.com

A dynamic private group of 26 anesthesiologists in Anchorage, AK is seeking a BE/BC anesthesiologist to join their team. Join a dynamic group of physicians who provide general anesthesia care as well as sub-specialty care in pediatrics, cardiovascular, and acute pain therapy at the largest medical center in Alaska. The newly recruited physician will start as an employee of the group with the opportunity to become a partner/shareholder after a 2 year period. Work with one of the best quality-based, metric driven anesthesia practices in the entire country. The Position: Partnership available after 2 years. Competitive base salary with a $50,000 sign-on bonus included. Equal call spread across the provider team with three first calls, three second calls, and three L&D calls per 13 week quarter. The day after first and L&D calls are paid recovery days to keep you refreshed and focused on providing exemplary patient care. Unbeatable benefit package including 10 weeks of vacation, $9,000 for CME, and 20% of salary into a pension which vests after 3 years. The Community: Anchorage, the largest metropolitan city in Alaska, boasts a metropolitan population of nearly 300,000. Living in Alaska is truly a wilderness experience unlike any other. With over a dozen mountain ranges, over 365,000 miles of rivers, vastly divergent ecosystems, huge expanses of boreal forest and thousands of miles of coastline; the stage is set for any and all outdoor adventures. Fishing in the state is legendary. Whether you’re seeking to fish king salmon, coho salmon, or angling for trout; you will have the ability to experience some of the best fishing worldwide. To apply either submit your CV to jefoster@jpsearch.com or text Jeff Foster at 303-927-9226.

VISTA has a lucrative CRNA opportunity for you in Alaska! Spend time exploring an area of the United States that offers dramatic views of the northern lights, dog sledding, hiking, kayaking, fishing, and so much more! Location: Alaska Training: 1+ years experience Duration: Ongoing while hiring Board requirement: Board certified Schedule: Weekdays only Hours: 7-5 Procedures: Work with consulting specialists/Administer anesthetics, adjuvant drugs, fluids and blood products/Perform regional anesthetic techniques/Subarachnoid, epidural, caudal blocks/Pediatrics patients/Geriatrics patients/Obstetrics patients/Abdominal/Orthopedic/ENT/Opthalmology Census: 10 to 15 EMR: Cerner License requirement: Must be licensed before presentation Partner with your VISTA recruiter today to find your perfect CRNA job!

Rural health facility in Alaska is in immediate need of an experienced Laboratory Manager! This is an urgent need for experienced Tech to help lead a team of 10 FTE's. Must be an MT with a national certification and be experienced with CAP accreditation. Our client is offering excellent benefits to include relocation assistance. In our 39 years of experience here at CompHealth, we support you throughout the entire interview process, including scheduling interviews and assisting with necessary travel arrangements. We often negotiate compensation on your behalf and ensure the best possible offer for you. We get your resume directly in front of the decision-maker, hence skipping the long online application process. If interested, please submit a resume to Robert.Cordero@comphealth.com and call 954-837-2610. Please reference JOB-2596993. MT, ASCP (NCA, ASCLS, AMT and HEW are also acceptable) CAP accreditation experience required Total staff of 9 FTE's Bench work required as-is Beautiful location, extremely remote, right on the water Be at one with nature in one of America's most unspoiled regions Looking to hire IMMEDIATELY Our services are free for you We help negotiate your salary and contract We coordinate interviews and help with licenses Specialized recruiters match your career preferences Experienced support teams take care of every detail

SUMMARY POSITION STATEMENT The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner is responsible for providing direct patient care including diagnostic, preventive, educational and therapeutic mental health services to children, adolescents and adults, with primary focus on children. The position provides professional expertise and participates in administration of a variety of therapeutic and training programs; also responsible for monitoring client services, ensuring services meet the needs of clients, and are being provided in accordance with best care practices, industry standards, organization guidelines, legal requirements and federal law. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION Assess, plan, develop, implement, and evaluate an effective and efficient program that will appropriately meet the needs of the patient population utilizing best care practices, industry standards, organizational guidelines, appropriate accreditation standards, and applicable federal laws, including HIPAA Secure comprehensive health histories, perform or request special diagnostic and laboratory tests, interpret test results, and develop comprehensive psychiatric treatment plans Provide mental health assessments, diagnosis, and treatment plans in identified areas; lifesaving and support measures in emergency situations; provide medication management for patients; and maintain appropriate health records Prescribe pharmaceutical therapy consistent with medical evaluation, treatment plan and current standards of practice Refer clients for more specialized or inpatient interventions as clinical situations dictate Participate in a team management approach to patient care/treatment Maintain appropriate files; develop and follow through on treatment plans within organizational guidelines; and prepare reports on the clinical management of patients Maintain an understanding of how behavioral health priorities are administered under State of Alaska DHSS guidelines, consult with specialists and colleagues to review and participate in the care of patients receiving indirect/contract medical services Maintain quality care through participation in peer review, policy development and quality improvement programs Maintain appropriate documentation of clinical and counseling services, including all necessary billing information Ensure accurate and consistent use of encounter forms for all client contacts with behavioral health providers to ensure accurate billing of third party resources Maintain and update professional knowledge and proficiency through continuing education, staff meetings, workshops and serving on special committees Other related duties as assigned The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner works under the direct supervision of the Chief Medical Officer, who provides general instructions. Work is assigned in terms of functional/organization objectives. The Chief Medical Officer will provide guidance in unusual situations which do not have clear precedents and on an as-needed basis. The employee works independently, resolves problems on the basis of past precedent; exercises judgment in interpreting guidelines and applicability; and ensures deadlines are met. The employee plans and carries out various stages of a project by selecting and pursuing approved methods and techniques as appropriate. Assignments are reviewed for quality and compliance with established policies and procedures. LEGAL CONCEPTS Maintain confidentiality Follow federal, state and local legal guidelines Follow license criteria when licensure applies Maintain HIPAA compliance POSITION REQUIREMENTS Education: Successfully completed an Advanced Nurse Practitioner course License: Alaska license as an Advanced Nurse Practitioner Out-of-state professional must be able to acquire Alaska licensure which requires certification in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing by a nationally recognized body prior to employment Must be certified to work with Children Experience: At least one (1) year of supervised experience providing direct service in a clinical setting Experience in an integrated behavioral health and primary care organization a plus Must have prescriptive authority in the State of Alaska and a valid DEA license Professional knowledge of psychiatric principles, practices, and processes gained through extended clinical study and experience, in order to provide psychiatric care to clients Must be dependable, responsible and able to maintain strict client and organizational confidentiality, adherence to standards for mental health record-keeping and HIPAA requirements Must possess and maintain a current Basic Life Support certification Must submit and clear a criminal records background check plus a pre-hire drug screen

Immediate need for a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner to join a great Behavioral Health group in Coastal Alaska 2.5 hours outside of Anchorage. Lets Discuss outpatient great student loan forgiveness programs Relo/Sign on package for the right candidate details on the table for discussion SUMMARY POSITION STATEMENT  The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner is responsible for providing direct patient care including diagnostic, preventive, educational and therapeutic mental health services to children, adolescents and adults, with primary focus on children.  The position provides professional expertise and participates in administration of a variety of therapeutic and training programs; also responsible for monitoring client services, ensuring services meet the needs of clients, and are being provided in accordance with best care practices, industry standards, organization guidelines, legal requirements and federal law. Psych Psychiatric Psychiatry Mental Health ARNP PMHNP Advanced Practice Nurse Provider Primary Care family Medicine

TITLE: Psychiatric Advanced Nurse Practitioner REPORTS TO: Chief Medical Officer WORK WEEK: Anticipate 40 hours per week as needed to accomplish tasks WAGE CLASSIFICATION: Exempt OSHA CLASSIFICATION: High SUMMARY POSITION STATEMENT The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner is responsible for providing direct patient care including diagnostic, preventive, educational and therapeutic mental health services to children, adolescents and adults, with primary focus on children. The position provides professional expertise and participates in administration of a variety of therapeutic and training programs; also responsible for monitoring client services, ensuring services meet the needs of clients, and are being provided in accordance with best care practices, industry standards, organization guidelines, legal requirements and federal law. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION Assess, plan, develop, implement, and evaluate an effective and efficient program that will appropriately meet the needs of the patient population utilizing best care practices, industry standards, organizational guidelines, appropriate accreditation standards, and applicable federal laws, including HIPAA Secure comprehensive health histories, perform or request special diagnostic and laboratory tests, interpret test results, and develop comprehensive psychiatric treatment plans Provide mental health assessments, diagnosis, and treatment plans in identified areas; lifesaving and support measures in emergency situations; provide medication management for patients; and maintain appropriate health records Prescribe pharmaceutical therapy consistent with medical evaluation, treatment plan and current standards of practice Refer clients for more specialized or inpatient interventions as clinical situations dictate Participate in a team management approach to patient care/treatment Maintain appropriate files; develop and follow through on treatment plans within organizational guidelines; and prepare reports on the clinical management of patients Maintain an understanding of how behavioral health priorities are administered under State of Alaska DHSS guidelines, consult with specialists and colleagues to review and participate in the care of patients receiving indirect/contract medical services Maintain quality care through participation in peer review, policy development and quality improvement programs Maintain appropriate documentation of clinical and counseling services, including all necessary billing information Ensure accurate and consistent use of encounter forms for all client contacts with behavioral health providers to ensure accurate billing of third party resources Maintain and update professional knowledge and proficiency through continuing education, staff meetings, workshops and serving on special committees Other related duties as assigned POSITION REQUIREMENTS Education: Successfully completed an Advanced Nurse Practitioner course License: Alaska license as an Advanced Nurse Practitioner Out-of-state professional must be able to acquire Alaska licensure which requires certification in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing by a nationally recognized body prior to employment Must be certified to work with Children Experience: At least one (1) year of supervised experience providing direct service in a clinical setting Experience in an integrated behavioral health and primary care organization a plus Must have prescriptive authority in the State of Alaska and a valid DEA license Professional knowledge of psychiatric principles, practices, and processes gained through extended clinical study and experience, in order to provide psychiatric care to clients Must be dependable, responsible and able to maintain strict client and organizational confidentiality, adherence to standards for mental health record-keeping and HIPAA requirements Must possess and maintain a current Basic Life Support certification Must submit and clear a criminal records background check plus a pre-hire drug screen