NP needed in Barrow, AK

Columbia Healthcare

NP needed in Barrow, AK

Barrow, AK
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Position Overview: Nurse Practitioner (NP Only)

    Location: Outpatient Clinic on the hospital campus | Village Health Program in Barrow, AK
    Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8 AM – 5 PM (with flexibility as needed)
    Setting: Outpatient Primary Care Clinic or Village Health (assigned to one primary village, with potential coverage in up to five villages)

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Provide full-scope primary care to patients of all ages
    • If applicable, round on inpatients as needed
    • Work within the Village Health Program, delivering care to remote communities
    • Must have experience or a strong interest in tribal health

    Requirements:

    • Active Alaska NP license (no exceptions – must have it prior to applying)
    • BLS certification required (ACLS, PALS, NRP, STABLE, ATLS preferred)
    • Must complete a 30-day pre-hire trial period to assess fit before being offered a full-time position

    Schedule & Work Arrangement:

    • Permanent Clinic & Village Health Providers work an 8 AM – 4 PM schedule
    • Unique work cycle: Two months on, one month off (totaling 8 months of work and 4 months off per year)

    Salary & Benefits:

    • Salary: $1,000 – $1,200 per day
    • Paid Time Off (PTO): Not accrued, as providers receive 4 months off per year
    • Housing:
      • Furnished housing units provided (with a monthly stipend of $500–$800)
      • Utilities included (heat, water, trash, and a landline for local calls)
    • Insurance: Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage available
      • Vision benefits: $600 per year for glasses or contacts
    • Retirement Contributions:
      • Employer contributes 8% of salary into a 401(k) annually
      • Vesting: 20% per year, fully vested after five years
      • Additional contributions available to a 403(b) plan

    This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated NP with a passion for tribal health and remote care.