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Subject: Family Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Opportunity – Eastern Aleutian Islands, AK

Dear Provider

I’d like to share a rewarding opportunity for a Family Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in Anchorage, Alaska, serving tribal communities in the Eastern Aleutian Islands. This role offers a dynamic clinical environment with a strong emphasis on social medicine, autonomy, and community impact.

Position Overview:

• Provide comprehensive care to remote populations (community size: 50–200)

• Patient load: 6–10 per day across walk-ins and scheduled appointments

• EHR system: Cerner

• Access: Fixed-wing aircraft transportation in/out of villages

Scope of Practice Includes:

• Primary care for pediatric and adult/geriatric patients (80% adult, 20% pediatric)

• Services: Emergency response, lab, x-ray, ultrasound, pharmacy, EKG

• Procedures: Low-risk deliveries, minor/major surgery, suturing, anesthesia, OB/GYN, gynecology

Job Requirements:

• NP or PA Certification with AK license and DEA

• 3+ years of experience in rural, low-resource settings

• Ability to work independently and make confident clinical decisions

• Board-certified, culturally aware, and committed to mission-driven care

Compensation & Benefits:

• $675/day including weekends + $59.40 per diem

• Travel covered to and from location

• Malpractice with tail coverage

• Local housing and car rental support (in most cases)

• Flexible career pathways with options for domestic/international rotations

• Loan repayment stipend (available for salaried providers)

• Connected community of practitioners focused on social medicine

Support & Schedule:

• M–F 8am–5pm clinical hours, urgent care available 24/7

• 1-hour patient appointments with receptionist support

• Specialty services referred to Anchorage via life flight

If you or someone you know is looking for a meaningful role that blends clinical challenge with community engagement, this opportunity could be a great fit.

Warm regards, 

Carlos Edwards

Medical Recruiter 

Arc Health Justice and NativeArc