Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Family Practice Needed in AK
- ID: 206018
- Updated May 24th, 2025
- Job ID 206018
- Job Title Nurse Practitioner - Family Practice
- Provider Type Nurse Practitioner
- Specialty Family Practice
- Job Type Locum Tenens
- State AK
- Practice Setting Clinic
- Duration 70 Days
Job Description
A clinic in Alaska is seeking a skilled Family Practice Nurse Practitioner for a 70-day locum tenens assignment. Starting on 06/23/2025, this role requires working Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The ideal candidate should be comfortable with general primary care, including disease management, cold management, well-child exams, and all acute and chronic conditions. This position offers an opportunity to provide comprehensive care in various locations, including occasional travel to different sites in Bethel. The provider must be willing to fly to other locations a couple of days a week. This role involves using Nextgen electronic health record system and offers potential for assignment extension.
Job Details:
Location: Alaska
Facility Type: Clinic
Start Date: 06/23/2025
LOA: 70 days
Provider Type Needed: Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Responsibilities and Duties:
• Provide comprehensive primary care services to patients of all ages
• Manage acute and chronic medical conditions
• Conduct well-child exams and provide pediatric care
• Perform disease management and cold management
• Utilize Nextgen electronic health record system
• Maintain accurate and detailed medical records
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care
• Adhere to all clinic policies and procedures
• Provide patient education on preventive care and disease management
• Travel to different locations in Bethel as needed (potentially a couple of days per week)
• Adapt to working in various clinical settings
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives
Additional Information:
• Must be licensed to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in Alaska
• Experience in family practice required
• Strong clinical skills and ability to manage diverse patient populations
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and adapt to different clinical environments
• Willingness to travel and work in various locations
Apply now to learn more!
Benefits:
• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities
What are Locum Tenens Jobs?
Locum tenens jobs (AKA travel jobs) are contract roles designed to fill gaps in care at facilities and hospitals over a specific timeframe. These assignments can range from a week to well over a year, and often include opportunities for extension.
Locum and travel medical providers hold all the same qualifications as a permanent provider, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility.
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Job Benefits
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Competitive compensation
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Travel-related expenses covered
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A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided