Medical Social Worker position in Alaska - Meaningful Work Experience

Meaningful Work Experience



 

Work beside some dedicated, altruistic people who are pioneers at heart.  Some employees have given their entire careers and lives to serve a people who suffer from socioeconomic conditions and who still fish and hunt for sustenance.  These native Alaskan Yupik people embrace and encourage family values and love their community.  The Yupik people believe that their elders are to be respected and valued. Some other employees will give these native people a portion of their career, benefiting from the rich cultural experience and receiving satisfaction from giving to an underserved people. Those that come to a place called Bethel, Alaska will also serve over 58 villages that span a territory the size of Oregon.  Many of these villages still do not have running water.  These people truly appreciate the medical assistance provided to them, giving those that serve respect and honor.

 

Fair Compensation

 

Compensation for your profession is market competitive, offering $24.93 per hour for new grads, midpoint is $31.17 per hour.  Benefits are particularly good with extremely low co-pays for full health insurance.  A single person pays just $10 bi-weekly, a family $30 bi-weekly.  The retirement plan is also very good with a matching program in addition to a generous amount put in your retirement for each and every employee. Signing and retention Bonus programs are provided.  A very competitive relocation package offered. 

 

Eligibility for Loan Repayment up to $20,000.00 per Year

 

In order to help assist these underserved people, the Indian Health Services (IHS) has loan repayment programs available.  Loan repayment is not guaranteed with offer of employment, as all employees must apply directly through Indian Health Services.  Since this is not absolutely guaranteed, we ask that you do not make this program your sole reason to come work in Bethel.  Instead, look at it as a potential added bonus for serving your fellow man.  Opportunities for other scholarships through the National Health Services Corp. is also available for eligibility. 

Links to Loan Repayment Programs: 

http://nhsc.bhpr.hrsa.gov/applications/lrp_06/index.asp

 

http://www.ihs.gov/jobscareerdevelop/DHPS/LRP/lrpsc.asp

 

 

Modern Technology Meets The Last Frontier



 

Although located in a area where no roads leads, incredibly, this JCAHO approved hospital is state of the art, and equipped with some of the finest technology on the market.  If you wish to serve your fellow man, you will have the tools that will enable you to do so.

 

The Community ? A Vast Wilderness Experience



 

Within just a few minutes from the city of Bethel, you can experience a solitude that you will not find in very many locations in the US.  Nature abounds, fishing and hunting is plentiful, and if you wish to leave your house on a dog sled, just step out of your front door and GO!  One of the employees has described this unique life, please read www.tundramedicinedreams.blogspot.com for information about the culture and life of Bethel and the surrounding villages. 

 

The Opportunity



 

We are looking for full-time and temporary masters prepared medical social workers.  Travelers will be provided competitive hourly rate, plus round-trip transportation and lodging.

 

Position Summary: 

The candidate will work with chronic illnesses like cancer, kidney failer, COPD, leukemia, arthritis, CHF, chronic decubitis ulcers, Alzheimer's Disease, pancreatitis, liver failver, fractured hips, death, dying, and the dead, etc. It goes without saying that this list of illnesses includes chronic problems related to alcohol, domestic violence, sexual assault,child abuse, etc. The position will require those who are willing to work with all ages from newborn to elder.

 

 

Requirements:  Master's Degree & licensure or license eligibility required; one year of hospital experience required; will consider a new graduate. Ability to adapt to and work with the Native Culture; a willingness to work and live in a rural isolated region with limited/less than optimal resources to address the needs of the people. Must work with all ages from newborn to elderly. The position includes a diversity of responsibilities from simple resource access to complex discharge planning and case management.

Occasional village travel required by boat or air (small plane).

 

 

 

Please check out our website at www.ykhc.org for further information. 

 

For Contact Information



 

Contact:  Barbara Estes

Manager, Professional Recruiting

Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation

P.O. Box 528

Bethel, AK 99559

Toll Free #: 800-579-5201

Direct:  (812) 656-8020

fax: (866) 837-1285

email:  barbara_estes@ykhc.org

 

 

 

YKHC exercises Federal Law (PL 93-638), which allows American Indian/Alaska Native preference in hiring for all positions