Locum Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Psychiatry in Alaska

Description

LocumJobsOnline is working with Barton Associates to find a qualified Psychiatry NP in Alaska!

About The Position

We are seeking a skilled Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner for a 120-day locum tenens assignment at a Hospital in Alaska, starting 07/21/2025. This outpatient position involves working Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 12:30 PM and 1:30 PM to 5:00 PM. The ideal candidate should have a strong focus on adolescent psychiatry and be comfortable treating a range of mental health conditions including substance abuse, PTSD, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and eating disorders. This opportunity offers a chance to provide comprehensive psychiatric care in a dynamic outpatient setting, utilizing the Meditech EHR system.

Job Details:

Location: Alaska

Facility Type: Hospital

Start Date: 07/21/2025

LOA: 120 days

Provider Type Needed: Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 12:30 PM and 1:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Provide outpatient psychiatric care with a strong focus on adolescent patients

• Conduct psychiatric evaluations and develop treatment plans

• Manage medication for various mental health conditions

• Treat patients with substance abuse disorders, PTSD, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and eating disorders

• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care

• Maintain accurate and detailed medical records using Meditech EHR

• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members

• Provide patient and family education on mental health conditions and treatments

• Ensure adherence to all hospital protocols and safety standards

• Stay updated on current psychiatric practices and treatment modalities

Additional Information:

• Must be licensed to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in Alaska

• Experience in adolescent psychiatry is strongly preferred

• Familiarity with Meditech EHR is necessary

• Strong communication skills and ability to work with diverse patient populations

• Flexibility to adapt to the specific needs of an outpatient psychiatric setting

• Opportunity for assignment extension may be available

Apply now to learn more!

Benefits:

• Strong compensation

• Travel-related expenses covered

• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided

• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

What are Locum Tenens Jobs?

Locum tenens jobs (AKA travel jobs) are contract roles designed to fill gaps in care at facilities and hospitals over a specific timeframe. These assignments can range from a week to well over a year, and often include opportunities for extension.

Locum and travel medical providers hold all the same qualifications as a permanent provider, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility.

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About Barton Associates

The Locum Tenens Experts

Barton Associates is a leading national locum tenens physician, physician assistant, dentist, CRNA, and nurse practitioner staffing company. Whether you need long term support for your practice, short term vacation coverage, immediate coverage due to an unplanned absence or resignation, or anything in between, our locum tenens experts are here to help.

The Best Talent in the Industry

• Our experienced recruiting team conducts thorough interviews and reference checks to ensure that we have the best network of locum tenens physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners in the industry – ready to go when you are.

Maximize Patient Access And Revenue

• Locum tenens staffing through Barton Associates is an effective way for your organization to optimize patient access, ensure continuity of care, and maximize revenue generation.

Flexible Solutions Your Organization Needs To Thrive

• Whether you need long term coverage for your practice, short term vacation coverage, or anything in between – you can trust Barton Associates to provide the flexible staffi­ng solutions your organization needs to thrive.

A Proactive Approach

• We recruit new locums every day, actively help our physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners obtain new licenses so they’re ready to work in your state at a moment’s notice. We can also help your organization credential locums in advance of a specific need – greatly improving your ability to react to unforeseen­ staffing challenges.

Fast, Easy, Efficient Hiring Process

• From securing the perfect candidate to credentialing and travel-related issues, our experts handle the entire locum tenens staffing process for you – so you can focus on your practice. Just let us know what you need and we’ll take care of the rest!

Medical Malpractice Insurance Provided

• Many agencies charge additional separate fees for medical malpractice coverage. Barton Associates provides ‘A’ rated medical malpractice insurance for our locum tenens providers on assignment at no additional charge.

Industry Leading Support

• When you work with Barton, you’re supported by an entire team of experts; including recruiters, account managers, licensing and credentialing specialists,travel coordinators, and others with one goal — to make the process as fast, easy, and efficient as possible.

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