Physician Assistant​/Surgery - Orthopedics-Trauma​/Minnesota​/Locum Tenens​/NP​/PA - Orthoped

Job Description

Utilizes advanced health assessment, knowledge, and decision making skills, works independently and in collaboration with physicians and other health care professionals. Provides health care to individuals and families, emphasizing health promotion and disease prevention. They may care for patients ranging in age from newborn to elderly as noted in age-related category and area of expertise.

• Assist in surgery and perform surgical assistance duties.
• Deliver independent clinical services to patients within service lines and within privileges limits.
• Comply with Essentia Health standards, policies, and procedures; contribute to customer satisfaction; participate in quality assurance improvement; support and participate in a team approach to delivering patient care within the department, service line, and hospital.
• Fiscally responsible for the level of care prescribed/delivered and the appropriate utilization of resources.
• Demonstrate successful judgment and ability to serve unique needs of various patient populations and age groups.
• Work schedule Mon‑Fri with half‑day off (36 patient contact hours) with 1:4 primary call rotation to support surgeons; call includes coverage of surgery and clinic as well as patient referrals/needs from our ED and UC.
• 15‑25 patients per full day in clinic; special procedures performed include casting, injections, reductions in clinic/ED, and 1‑2 days per week assisting surgeon in OR.
• Inpatient and TCU rounding; 0‑5 inpatients per day; 16 bed MSP Unit; 8 bed ICU, average daily census for hospital is 17.
• Level III Trauma designation; anticipate 1‑2 days weekly at the outreach clinic with 15‑20 patients daily.

• Master’s or Doctorate in Nursing or Bachelor’s or Master’s in Physician Assistant Studies from an accredited program.

NP/PA ? Orthopedic Surgery

Detroit Lakes, MN

Enjoy the beautiful Minnesota lakes area, offering numerous outdoor opportunities while receiving professionally provided exceptional orthopedic care in a high‑quality orthopedic practice. This position requires candidates to act as surgical assistants in addition to their clinical practice. This driven and growth‑oriented team comprises three surgeons and four advanced practice clinicians, collaborating to deliver patient‑centric care.

• Current licensure as a registered nurse in the appropriate state (if NP).
• Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in the appropriate state.
• Current certification in CPR.
• National certification in applicable area.
• Successful completion of Essentia Health credentialing process before practice.

• Centrally located in the heart of MN lakes country.
• 45 minutes from Fargo, ND, and 3 hours from the Twin Cities.
• Detroit Lakes population: 8,900.
• NHSC Loan Repayment Site.

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health:
We’re committed to supporting your well‑being, growth, and work‑life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health.

• Job Location:
  
  St Marys - Detroit Lakes Clinic.
• Shift Rotation:
  Day Rotation (United States of America).
• Hours Per Pay Period: (information not provided).
• Compensation Range: $57.50 - $80.50 per hour.
• Union: (information not provided).
• Full‑time equivalent (FTE): 1.
• Weekends: (information not provided).
• Call Obligations: (information not provided).
• Sign On Bonus: (information not provided).

For more information, contact:
Brielle Humbird

Essentia Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, sexual identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran Status.