Foundation Health, LLC·Fairbanks, Alaska
Manage a variety of health concerns in an ED-light walk-in clinic, including orthopedic injuries, traumas, and pediatric complaints. Utilize on-site lab and radiology services to provide advanced diagnostics for patients ranging from infants to seniors.
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Experience the midnight sun in the summer, a front-row seat to the northern lights in the winter, and the opportunity to advance your career as you broaden your scope of practice.
Foundation Health Partners 1st Care, a family medicine walk-in medical clinic, is seeking an experienced advanced practice provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to join their growing team.
The Opportunity: FHP 1st Care is an ED-light walk-in clinic that manages a variety of health concerns, including orthopedic injuries, minor traumas, acute and chronic illness, and pediatric complaints.
Our team provides advanced diagnostics through our on-site lab and radiology, with efficient access to an advanced imaging center.
As the go-to community provider for walk-in care, you can expect that every day will present new and exciting challenges.
Base plus production model. $135,000 base salary with an anticipated $110,000 to $123,200 in production pay, for an estimated total compensation between $245,164 and $258,364 annually. $40,000 sign-on bonus.
Full employee benefits, medical, vision, dental, 401k.
Three 12-hour shifts per week, 156 shifts per year. No on-call duties. 7 weeks ATO and 2 weeks for CME.
Average of 30 patients per day, ages 2 days to 99 years
Team: 11 providers who work independently in a collegial and collaborative environment.
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Partners: Foundation Health Partners is a non-profit, community-owned and independently operated health system in Fairbanks, Alaska, comprised of a 152-bed community hospital, a 90-bed skilled nursing facility, and more than 15 hospital-based outpatient clinics. As the most advanced medical facility for hundreds of miles, we are committed to providing exceptional care to everyone who comes through our doors.
FHP is proud to offer its providers: Professional autonomy. Strong commitment to work-life balance. Comprehensive benefits package - 401k, medical, dental, vision, etc. $5,000 annual CME allowance plus 80 hours (2 weeks) of paid CME time. Licensure/credential reimbursement and covered malpractice insurance. Opportunity to collaborate with the state's most extensive multidisciplinary health system. 501(c)(3) non-profit status = eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). 90 days of temporary housing for relocating providers. Submit your CV for confidential consideration to Alex Gustafson at providerrecruiting@foundationhealth.org
Living in
Fairbanks: As the second largest city in Alaska, Fairbanks offers a unique blend of large town amenities, breathtaking landscapes, and plenty of wide-open space, making this community one of the most special in the country. With a rich history and plentiful diversity, Fairbanks is proud to be called the Golden Heart City, and only once you visit will you understand the name to be true. Second largest city in Alaska at 100,000 residents. College Town – University of Alaska Fairbanks, UAF Community & Technical College Military Community – Ft. Wainwright Army Post & Eielson Air Force Base 16 Elementary Schools | 4 Middle Schools | 4 High Schools | robust youth sports programs An easily accessible airport is less than 10 minutes from the hospital No state income tax and no sales tax.
Summer activities: Midnight sun, hiking, fishing, camping, gold panning, kayaking, berry picking, community-wide festivals, and events.
Winter activities: Northern lights, skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, hockey, curling, ice fishing, dog mushing, hunting, ice art, etc.
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Must be approved to practice by the State Joint Board on the Regulation of Physician's Assistants. NCCPA certification required. Exhibits an exemplary professional demeanor and interpersonal relationship skills. Demonstrates proficiency in computer applications and database management. Must have sufficient experience, confidence, and judgment to function with little outside direction. Ability to maintain CME currency as required to maintain NCCPA certification. Requires personal DEA license.
Advanced degree preferred. ACLS, PALS, ATLS, and/or Neonatal Resuscitation certifications desirable. Foundation Health Partners is an EEO/AAP employer; qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.
Must be NCCPA certified and approved to practice by the State Joint Board on the Regulation of Physician's Assistants with a personal DEA license. Preferred qualifications include an advanced degree and certifications in ACLS, PALS, ATLS, or Neonatal Resuscitation.
Market context
Advanced-practice openings in Alaska often reflect steady demand in settings that need clinicians who can work with broad scope and limited local coverage. These roles are competitive because employers typically want an Alaska-licensed APRN or Physician Assistant with DEA registration, prescriptive authority, accredited training, and current BLS, while offering benefits such as professional development, CME support, mentorship, and loan repayment options. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your license, prescriptive authority, and certification details before applying.