Ideal Option PLLC·Fairbanks, Alaska
Provide comprehensive care for patients with substance use disorders, including assessments and individualized treatment plans. Manage maintenance medications and administer long-acting injectables while collaborating with behavioral health teams.
Description Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant – Addiction Medicine - Full-Time (W2) Ideal Option PLLC
We are not currently hiring for part-time, 1099/contract, or remote/hybrid positions.
Ideal Option is a national leader in outpatient addiction medicine, dedicated to helping individuals overcome substance use disorders with evidence-based, compassionate care. Since 2012, we’ve grown to 80+ clinics across 9 states, empowering thousands of patients each week to reclaim their lives, reunite with family, and rebuild their futures.
We’re seeking a passionate full-time, on-site Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join the Fairbanks clinic team. In this role, you’ll provide life-changing care to patients throughout the continuum of recovery - from initial stabilization to long-term maintenance.
include: Conduct new and established patient assessments, and develop individualized treatment plans for patients with substance use disorders, including opioids, alcohol, stimulants, and sedatives Initiate and manage patients on buprenorphine and other maintenance medications for substance use disorders Administer long-acting injectable medications (buprenorphine, naltrexone) Monitor response to treatment, adjust medications, and review lab results Collaborate with behavioral health and care coordination teams Document appropriately in our EMR (eCW) Deliver care both in-person and via telemedicine
Competitive pay and full benefits Medical, dental, and vision insurance Short- and long-term disability, life insurance, and Employee Assistance Program Paid time off and holidays 401(k) retirement plan Malpractice coverage ASAM membership UpToDate license Reimbursement for Continuing Medical Education (CME) expenses Join us in making a difference — one patient, one family, and one community at a time.
Active, unrestricted Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license Active DEA license Strong and efficient communication and documentation skills Commitment to compassionate, patient-centered addiction care No prior addiction medicine experience required!
Market context
Behavioral health positions in Alaska often reflect steady demand in communities where access to services can be limited and case management is essential. These roles are competitive because employers usually want both direct experience and current credentials, along with reliable transportation for field-based work. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, and confirm your certification, driver’s license, vehicle access, and case management background before applying.