Norton Sound Health Corp·Nome, Alaska
Provide acute, chronic, emergency, and preventive care to village residents under the supervision of medical staff. Responsibilities include administering medications, collecting laboratory tests, and documenting patient outcomes according to CHA/P protocols.
Provide, at a level consistent with training/certification, acute, chronic, emergency and preventive care to village residents according to the CHA/P Manual under the direct supervision of the NSHC medical staff and/or the standing orders authorized by medical staff.
Uphold the organization’s vision, mission, and corporate values. Demonstrate understanding of and compliance with organization’s policies, procedures, code of conduct and work rules.
Provide, at a level consistent with training/certification, patient care effectively and efficiently in a caring manner, carried out the medical regime and discharge plan for each patient as prescribed by the physician
Gather or oversee the collection of information, accurately documenting it, demonstrating adherence with the CHA/P process to promote patient outcomes while ensuring completion and submission of all required reports and forms according to established protocols
Prepare and send laboratory tests, according to established procedure, to NSHC for analysis when requested by a medical doctor or in accordance with the CHA/P manual while maintaining waived standards as required byte Joint Commission
Working at a level consistent with training/certification, calculate dosages and administer medications accurately under a medical doctor’s approval.
Conduct a monthly audit of controlled substances and record results appropriately, ensuring safe and accurate enteral therapy
Perform necessary screening and/or other medical/administrative procedures needed for patient care
Perform other duties as assigned
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All Norton Sound Health Corporation employees are expected to consistently demonstrate the organization’s values: integrity, cultural sensitivity and respect for traditional values, continual learning and improving, compassion, teamwork and pride. Employees are expected to demonstrate integrity, professionalism, accountability, cooperation with and consideration of others.
All Norton Sound Health Corporation employees are expected to have general knowledge of typical office technologies such as computers, printers, copiers, fax machines, and typical office software.
• Knowledge of community leadership and organization
High School Diploma or Equivalent: Pass Kawerak TABE language, reading and math tests at 8th grade level or higher
Experience: General (Non-supervisory)
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Must have both general and supervisory experience if indicated.
Licensure, Certification, Etc.
Complete and pass Emergency Trauma training CETT. Must obtain CHP certification within three years of hire. Must be eligible for Community Health Aide Program Certification Board at the end of Session III Training
∙Use hands and arms to operate office or clinical equipment.
∙Sit more than half the workday.
∙Stand and/or walk less than half the workday.
∙Bend, stretch, twist, crouch and/or reach.
∙View electronic monitors for prolonged periods of time.
∙Use hands and arms for repetitive motion tasks.
∙Lift or carry unaided between 25 and 50 pounds.
∙Push or pull using up to moderate force.
∙Work is conducted in a standard clinical environment to include exposure to latex, biohazrd or other harmful substances.
∙Minimal travel required (less than 25% of the time), Itinerant travel 50 – 75% of the time.
∙Travel is done via large aircraft.
∙Travel is done via small (less than 16 passenger) aircraft.
∙Travel is done using snowmobile, all terrain vehicle, or boat.
Market context
Physician openings in Alaska often reflect ongoing demand in communities where access to care can be limited and coverage needs are persistent. These roles are competitive because employers typically look for board-ready training, an unrestricted license, and the ability to secure local privileges and certifications, while compensation and benefits may include medical coverage, retirement, paid time off, and student loan repayment. Review the residency and licensing requirements first, and use the AI-summarized job details here to quickly compare what is required with your current credentials.
