Physician Assistant/Physician Associate

Seward Community Health Center • Seward, AK

12d • $135,000 - $150,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Seward Community Health Center (SCHC), a federally qualified health center and leading healthcare provider on Alaska’s Eastern Kenai Peninsula, is seeking a full-time Physician Assistant to provide integrated, patient-centered primary medical care to patients of all ages. The position operates within the professional standards of care and scope of practice for a PA under Alaska law and professional association guidelines.

In addition to clinical care, the role may include administrative responsibilities such as overseeing programs, community outreach and education, quality assurance, and participation in staff meetings. The position follows a four-day, 10-hour schedule during the day, including Saturdays, and has no on-call hours. The salary range is $135,000–$150,000 per year, depending on experience and licensure. A $10,000 hiring bonus is available; candidates should ask HR for details. The position is eligible for an additional annual bonus based on wRVU.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Graduate of an accredited PA program, with accreditation from a nationally recognized PA program.
• Professional license to practice as a PA and a current Alaska license, or the ability to obtain an Alaska license.
• Good standing with national and/or state professional organizations and current continuing education requirements and professional licensure.
• Current DEA license, or be in the application process at the time of hire.
• Current BLS certification.
• Knowledge of and commitment to SCHC’s mission.
• Commitment to culturally sensitive patient interactions and the ability to work with patients from varied socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds and with alternative lifestyles.
• Demonstrated professionalism in primary medical care.
• Ability and willingness to take on future leadership roles as appropriate.
• Ability to work independently, use good judgment in prioritizing work demands, and manage time in a busy practice environment.
• Ability to listen and communicate effectively verbally, in writing, and electronically.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of work experience in OB is strongly preferred.
• Five years of work experience in primary care is strongly preferred.
• Three years of work experience in rural care is strongly preferred.
• Experience working in women’s health and with children is preferred.
• Orthopedic experience is a plus.
• ACLS, PALS, and ATLS certifications are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and treat acute illnesses.
• Manage chronic health problems.
• Conduct physical exams, sports physicals, and preventive medicine and wellness visits.
• Provide urgent and walk-in care, and some possible emergency care.
• Perform basic primary medical care procedures, such as casting and suturing.
• Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests.
• Assist in developing treatment plans and appropriate follow-up care.
• Consult with and refer patients to specialists as needed.
• Participate in specialty clinics conducted at the health center by specialty physicians.
• Maintain and adhere to current written collaborative agreements with collaborative physicians as required.
• Educate patients about diagnoses, treatment plans, and preventive policies and procedures.
• Work with the SCHC Care Coordination Team to manage patients with chronic or complex illnesses.
• Participate in community outreach and education efforts as requested.
• Participate in staff quality assurance, provider, and other staff meetings.
• Communicate pertinent patient information to the covering physician.
• Obtain informed consent for all procedures.
• Exercise prescriptive authority as outlined in Alaska statutes.
• Document patient visits appropriately in the electronic health record.
• Maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA requirements.
• Keep current with knowledge gained through conferences, workshops, professional literature, and other training, and incorporate it into clinical practice.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• $10,000 hiring bonus; ask HR for details.
• Annual CME allowance of 80 hours of PTO plus a $3,000 spending allowance.
• Additional annual bonus based on wRVU eligibility.
• Health insurance with medical, dental, and vision benefits for staff and spouse or dependents.
• 100 hours of paid holidays annually.
• Six weeks of paid time off annually.
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Employer-paid term life insurance.
• 3% employer contribution to a 401(k) retirement plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time