The Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join the Orthopedics team at the Alaska Native Medical Center. The role involves managing inpatient and outpatient orthopedic patients, performing physical exams, ordering and interpreting tests, prescribing medications, developing treatment plans, and participating in surgical first assist rotations. The position offers a full-time schedule with field clinic participation across Alaska and a comprehensive benefits package.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive histories and physical examinations of orthopedic patients.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests relevant to orthopedic care.
• Prescribe medications and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Educate patients and families about treatment options and care plans.
• Rotate into surgical first assist duties approximately one day per week.
• Participate in field clinics across Alaska 2-3 times per year.
• Collaborate with orthopedic physicians and physician assistants to provide coordinated care.
• Maintain accurate documentation and adhere to clinical protocols.

Compensation

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Sign-on bonus.
• Student loan repayment assistance.
• Annual CME allowance of $3,000.
• Relocation support available.
• W-2 tax status.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Disability and life insurance.
• 6.5 weeks of paid time off annually.
• 11 paid holidays per year.
• One week of paid CME leave annually.
• Generous employer match on retirement savings.

Shift & Schedule

• Full-time, Monday through Friday.
• Four 10-hour day shifts per week.
• Day shift hours.

Requirements

• Master's Degree or Doctorate in Nursing or Physician Assistant studies.
• Certification by an approved national certifying body.
• Current DEA certification.
• State of Alaska Advanced Practice Provider License.
• 2 to 5 years of post-graduate experience managing orthopedic patients (preferred).
• Strong clinical skills and interest in orthopedics.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Flexible team player with cultural sensitivity.
• Ability to work full-time Monday through Friday, 4 ten-hour days.
• Experience with inpatient and outpatient orthopedic care is preferred.