About this opportunity
YKHC Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation lists this Senior Basic Training Instructor Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant: Sign On*, Relocation and Retention Bonus Eligible opportunity in bethel, Connecticut. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
We are working together to achieve excellent health. Come join us! The Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation is a Tribal health care organization, serving nearly 30,000 people living 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.
Position Summary
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.
Position Qualifications
Minimum Education: Family Nurse Practitioner; Physician Assistant; Physician (MD or DO). Minimum Experience: 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. License, Certification, Registration: 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.
Equipment/Tools/Word-Aids
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.
Specialized Knowledge and Skills
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.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Management of students in both classroom and clinical environments; advisement of assigned Health Aide trainees.
Benefits Include
Generous PTO – starting at 4.5 weeks per year, accrued over time
Eleven paid holidays
Comprehensive healthcare coverage
Life and Disability Insurance
Flexible Spending Account
Retirement plans
Employee Wellness Center
$15,000 Sign on Bonus with 2 year contract
$20,000 Sign on Bonus with 3 year contract
Plus More!
Compensation Pay Range Minimum: 73
Employment Type: Regular Time Type: Full time Hours Per Week: 40 FLSA Exempt: Yes
Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation is an Aff... All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status and any other basis protected by law. Individuals with disabilities needing assistance in the recruitment process are encouraged to contact Human Resources directly. Under P.L. 93-638, preference is given to Alaska Native/American Indian applicants.
For more information, please contact the YKHC Recruitment Department at
Join YKHC, a Tribal Health Organization serving 58 tribes in southwest Alaska. We offer comprehensive healthcare, from community clinics to a regional hospital, dental, behavioral health, and more. Come be part of our team!
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Worksite address
bethel, CT, 06801, US
Who can apply
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