Part-Time Physician Assistant; PA or Nurse Practitioner; NP - Emergency Department & Urgent Care

About Lakewood

Lakewood Health System is a comprehensive rural healthcare system in central Minnesota. Leading the way in providing quality, personalized healthcare for a lifetime, Lakewood prides itself on remaining fiercely independent to prioritize its patients, staff, and communities in all decisions. Voted as one of Star Tribune's Top Workplaces for the sixth year in a row, we do rural healthcare differently at LHS by providing a solid foundation of family practice providers with access to best-in‑class specialty services, all right here oss the spectrum of life, Lakewood Health System provides compassionate, quality care for the Brainerd Lakes region and beyond.

Lakewood Health System is seeking a part‑time Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our Emergency Department (ED) and Urgent Care (UC) team. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to practice high‑quality, patient‑centered care in a collaborative rural healthcare setting. Lakewood Health System is proud to be a designated Level III Trauma Center, providing essential emergency services to our community with a focus on teamwork, excellence, and compassionate care.

The PA/NP functions as an independent provider, working collaboratively with ED physicians and an interdisciplinary healthcare team. This role involves providing comprehensive care across the lifespan, including evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and patient education.

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and medical decision‑making
• Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests
• Prescribe pharmacologic therapies and provide patient education
• Perform procedures such as:
  • Laceration repair
  • Incision and drainage (I&D)
  • Other system‑specific examinations and procedures
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals

Emergency Department (Level III Trauma Center):

• Every 6th weekend (Saturday and Sunday), 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Urgent Care:

• Every other Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

• Nurse Practitioner (NP):
  • Current Minnesota APRN licensure required
  • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) certification required
• Physician Assistant (PA):
  • Current NCCPA certification required
• BLS, ACLS, NRP, ATLS certifications required

• Emergency Medicine experience preferred
• Demonstrated ability to work independently
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Lakewood Health System is growing and looking for great people to join our mission of providing personalized, quality healthcare for a lifetime. At Lakewood, our people are our most valued asset!

• Generous Planned Time Off & Wellness Time Off
• 401K Match
• Annual tuition assistance of $2,000 per year
• Best‑in‑region employer HSA contributions
• Employer paid premiums for individual‑only healthcare coverage!

With ample opportunities for growth within the system and support as you pursue your personal goals, it's safe to say that Lakewood Health System is a great place to launch or continue your career in healthcare!

A new team member's starting wage reflects our compensation philosophy, taking into account experience, education, certifications and internal equity. Hourly pay is just one part of the comprehensive and rewarding compensation package we're proud to provide! Please be sure to include all applicable experience in your application.

If you need an accommodation during the application process, please call 218‑894‑8524 or email humanresou

Interested, but will the schedule work for you? Have questions on organizational culture, team fit or day‑to‑day experience?

Contact Missy Lindow to discuss the possibilities further:

Missy Lindow, MBA, Chief Operating Officer
P: 218‑894‑8397
E: missyli

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