About the Role
The Physician Assistant will provide comprehensive medical care under physician supervision, performing assessments, diagnosing conditions, and managing treatment plans for active-duty personnel and beneficiaries in a remote Alaskan setting.
Responsibilities
- Conduct patient evaluations and physical examinations
- Diagnose and treat acute and chronic medical conditions
- Order and interpret laboratory and imaging studies
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
- Prescribe medications within scope of practice
- Perform minor surgical procedures as needed
- Document clinical findings in electronic health records
- Collaborate with supervising physicians on complex cases
- Provide health education and preventive care counseling
- Respond to urgent and emergent medical situations
- Maintain compliance with military medical protocols
- Participate in quality assurance initiatives
- Support public health surveillance and reporting
- Assist in medical readiness assessments
- Coordinate patient referrals when necessary
- Ensure proper handling and storage of medical supplies
- Adhere to infection control standards
- Participate in medical training exercises
- Maintain current clinical certifications
- Uphold patient confidentiality standards
- Follow emergency preparedness procedures
- Contribute to after-hours on-call coverage
- Engage in continuous professional development
- Support deployment health screenings
- Assist in medical data collection and reporting
Compensation
Competitive salary with additional incentives for remote location service
Work Arrangement
On-site position located at Eareckson Air Station, Alaska
Team
Integrated within a multidisciplinary military medical team providing care in a remote operational environment
Security Clearance
Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. military base access credential
Work Environment
Position located on a remote military installation with limited infrastructure and extreme weather conditions
Deployment Requirements
Must be prepared for extended assignments in isolated locations with rotational schedules
Medical Readiness
Candidates must meet military medical fitness standards for duty in austere environments
Travel
Occasional travel between medical facilities may be required
Benefits
Comprehensive health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off are provided
Housing
On-base housing or housing allowance is available for eligible candidates
Licensure Support
Assistance with state licensure and certification maintenance is provided
Professional Development
Opportunities for continuing education and clinical skill advancement are supported
Emergency Response
Personnel may be called upon to support disaster response and mass casualty events
Not applicable; U.S. work authorization required
