Advanced Practice Provider (PA/NP)

Location:

Vancouver, WA Exit Disclaimer: You Are Leaving www.ihs.gov

Type: Tribal Salary Range: $149,968 to $187,304 / Per Year Open Period: 10/27/2026 until filled Summary: Working for the Cowlitz Indian Tribe (CIT) comes with a competitive compensation package designed to support work-life balance. Employees enjoy separate sick and vacation accruals, comp-time, and 15 paid holidays annually, including an additional paid cultural day. Many full-time employees benefit from premium-free medical plans, fair wages with annual increase opportunities, and a meaningful career serving the Cowlitz people. CIT fosters an engaging and collaborative work environment while offering a robust total compensation package.

Offers comprehensive diagnostic assessment and treatment services to individuals experiencing symptoms associated with substance use difficulties. Optimizes evidence-based care for patients and supports them in reaching their goals. Ensures the provision of patient-centered treatment for substance use disorder. Adheres to HIPAA and confidentiality requirements. Honors and represents the mission, vision, and values of the Cowlitz Indian Tribe and of the HHS department. More info about area: https://cowlitz.org/ Exit Disclaimer: You Are Leaving www.ihs.gov

Duties: • Performs history and physical assessments of patients that are accurate, complete, concise, relevant, and appropriate for age, gender, and clinical problem. • Conducts history and physical exams, develops, manages, and modifies treatment plans. • Orders appropriate diagnostic studies and correctly interprets the results. • Dispenses medications and accurately maintains records for controlled substances. • Utilizes critical thinking to synthesize and analyze collected data. • Develops, implements, evaluates, and alters the plan of care as needed. • Manages general medical and addiction medicine based on knowledge of the indications, contraindications, side effects, interactions, and adverse reactions of pharmacologic agents and other relevant treatment modalities. • Counsels and educates patients and families. • Provides crisis intervention as needed, including safety planning, relapse prevention planning, referral to community resources, and same-day evaluation and possible stabilization. • Provides care that is patient- and family-centered, compassionate, appropriate, and effective for the promotion of health, prevention of illness, and treatment of disease. • Facilitates consistent, coordinated care, and clear communication among all members of the healthcare team. • Incorporates the patient and family in care planning and treatment across settings. • Serves as an advocate for patients and families. • Communicates and collaborates effectively with physicians/team members and health-related agencies. • Develops, implements, and maintains partnerships with clients, other health care providers, and community resources as applicable. • Works effectively with multidisciplinary team members. • Promotes mutual respect and trust working within a team model. • Communicates effectively with patients and families, incorporating gender, age, culture, race, religion, disabilities, and sexual orientation. • Follows ethical principles regarding patient confidentiality. • Participates in education of students and other health care professionals. • Maintains effectiveness where circumstances and priorities are changing. • Welcomes and participates in opportunities to advance the mission of the clinic through service, science, and social responsibility. • Participates in organizational and departmental meetings, educational opportunities, committees, and workgroups as necessary. • Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications: • For NP: Master''s or Doctoral Degree in Nursing, active RN licensure, and Nurse Practitioner board certification. • For PA: Master''s Degree in Physician Assistant studies (MPAS, MPA, or MSPAS), active Physician Assistant board certification, and active PA license. • DEA Licensure (current and unrestricted). • Active American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support or Advanced Cardiac Life Support. • Active American Heart Association (AHA) ACLS preferred. • Two years'' clinical experience working in a similar setting is preferred. • Must have no pending legal inquiries or license probation. • Must be able to provide health and TB clearance. • A valid driver''s license is required when driving vehicles for work-related purposes. • Must be able to successfully pass a background screening/investigation according to the established requirements below. Tribal preference in accordance with Cowlitz Indian Tribe Code and CIT Employee Policies and Procedures Handbook shall apply to all positions. All positions are required to adhere to CIT''s established safety policies regarding vaccine requirements and personal protective equipment (PPE). Work Type: Permanent, Full Announcement #: Cowlitz-2026-APP-V Who May Apply? All Groups of Qualified Individuals Get Details & Apply: https://cowlitz.org/index.php/tribal-job-listings Exit Disclaimer: You Are Leaving www.ihs.gov