NP needed in Barrow, AK

Columbia Healthcare - Barrow, AK

Tagged: Family Medicine, Family Practice, Nurse Practitioner

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.