Physician Assistant/Advanced Practice Registered Nurse 1 (PCN 062282)
About The Position
The Alaska Psychiatric Institute is recruiting a Physician Assistant/Advanced Practice Registered Nurse 1 to participate in delivering primary medical care to inpatient psychiatric clients. The role includes assessing patients, conducting diagnostic testing, and diagnosing or identifying medical comorbidities, substance use issues, and organic syndromes presenting with psychiatric symptoms. The position also initiates and manages treatment plans, prescribes medications, and recommends preventive care services for patients to obtain after discharge. The position is based at the Alaska Psychiatric Institute at 3700 Piper Street in Anchorage. The work environment is fast-paced, busy, and sometimes challenging, with collaboration among supervisors, managers, and personnel. Shift assignments and on-call availability may be required. The institute's mission is to provide compassionate healthcare to support Alaskans in living their best possible lives, and its stated values are Integrity, Dignity, Excellence, Accountability, and Safety.
Requirements
- Eligibility for licensure to practice as a Physician Assistant or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in the State of Alaska.
- Demonstrate analytical thinking and problem-solving skills, using a logical, systematic approach and drawing on knowledge, experience, and other resources.
- Demonstrate effective oral and written communication, including clear presentations, attentive listening, and appropriate responses.
Responsibilities
- Participate in the delivery of primary medical care to inpatient psychiatric clients.
- Assess patients and conduct diagnostic testing.
- Diagnose or identify medical comorbidities, substance use issues, and organic syndromes presenting with psychiatric symptoms.
- Initiate and manage treatment plans.
- Prescribe medications.
- Recommend preventive care services for patients to obtain after discharge.
Benefits
- Competitive salary with opportunities for regular merit and longevity increases.
- Opportunities for on-call shifts for additional compensation.
- Professional certification in MANDT and CPR.
- Advanced training from specialists in psychiatric and health care topics.
- Comprehensive orientation and annual training.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Optional Flexible Spending Accounts and supplemental insurance, including life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment.
- Retirement program through PERS, including lifetime benefits, investment-based savings, and medical coverage options.
- Approximately 21 days of leave accrued per year.
- Approximately 12 State-paid holidays.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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