Job Description
PMHNP Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Homer, Alaska
POSITION OVERVIEW
Opportunity Type: Permanent Placement Full-Time In-Person
Start Date: ASAP
Schedule: Monday Friday No weekends No on-call
Setting: Low acuity outpatient Behavioral Health & Primary Care Integration
Patient Population: Adults and children 10-15% tribal patients (higher percentage in mental health services)
EMR: eClinicalWorks
COMPENSATION
Base Salary: Competitive salary with benefits!
Loan Repayment: Available
Relocation Assistance: Negotiable
Benefits Package
- Paid Time Off: 5 weeks annually plus sick leave and holidays
- Health Insurance: FEHB 100% of employee premiums covered 50% of spouse and dependent premiums covered
- Dental and Vision insurance available after 90 days
- Group Life Insurance: Up to $250,000
- Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Employer 401(k) enrollment effective January 1 or July 1 following one year of employment
- Wellness Incentive Program: Up to $300 per calendar year
ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES
This full-time PMHNP opportunity joins a mission-driven Tribal Health organization serving the South Kenai Peninsula region of Alaska. The position is supported by a Behavioral Health Services Expansion (BHSE) grant aimed at increasing access to mental health and substance use disorder services across the community.
Clinical Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive outpatient psychiatric evaluations and ongoing medication management for adult and pediatric patients
- Lead MAT and MOUD (Medications for Opioid Use Disorder) therapy services for patients with substance use disorders
- Conduct individual, group, and family psychotherapy for acute and chronic mental health conditions
- Collaborate with Primary Care Providers PCPs may refer patients with identified psychiatric concerns directly to the PMHNP for evaluation and follow-up coordination
- Refer SPMI patients and complex cases to outside specialty care providers as appropriate
- Coordinate with other providers for chronic disease management and integrated behavioral health support
- Provide patient and family education on mental health conditions, medications, and treatment plans
- Support community health education and health promotion activities
Appointment Structure
- Initial Evaluations: 60 minutes
- Follow-Up Visits: 20 minutes
REQUIREMENTS
- MSN from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program with current PMHNP-BC certification
- Active Alaska APRN license or ability to obtain
- Minimum 2 years of experience as attending provider managing psychiatric patients (inpatient or outpatient) OR completion of a one-year PMHNP residency program
- Comfortable treating both adult and pediatric populations
- Experience with MAT/MOUD preferred
- Ability and willingness to travel to rural clinic sites
- Must pass pre-employment drug screen and background check including fingerprinting
- Clean malpractice and license history required
ABOUT THE FACILITY
Seldovia Village Tribe (SVT) Health and Wellness is a federally recognized Tribal health organization committed to improving the health of all people in the South Kenai Peninsula communities through quality, respectful, and culturally appropriate primary, holistic, and preventive care. SVT's integrative model includes behavioral health, primary care, acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, nutritional infusions, massage therapy, infrared sauna, and health coaching offering patients a truly comprehensive wellness experience rooted in cultural sensitivity and community trust.
ABOUT HOMER, ALASKA
Homer is a stunning coastal community nestled on the shores of Kachemak Bay on the southern Kenai Peninsula, renowned as the "Halibut Fishing Capital of the World." Surrounded by breathtaking mountain views, world-class fishing, hiking, and wildlife, Homer offers an exceptional quality of life for those who embrace Alaska's natural beauty and outdoor lifestyle. With a vibrant arts community, local dining, and a warm small-town atmosphere, Homer is an ideal destination for healthcare providers seeking meaningful work in one of the most scenic places in North America.