Physician Assistant​/Surgery - General​/Minnesota​/Locum Tenens​/NP​/PA - General Surgery - Duluth, MN

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.

Education

Qualifications:

Bachelor?s degree in a health/science-related field

Licensure/Certification

Qualifications:

NP/PA ? General Surgery? Duluth, MN

JOB SUMMARY

The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant utilizes advanced health assessment, knowledge, and decision-making skills, while working both independently and in collaboration with physicians and other health care professionals. The NP/PA will provide health care to individuals and families, emphasizing health promotion and disease prevention, caring for patients ranging in age. Position requires high level of customer service skills to establish and enhance positive relationships with patients, co-workers, and others.

PRACTICE SPECIFICS:

• Candidate would be joining a busy, established, complex surgery team consisting of 5 Advanced Practitioners and 7 Physicians
• Supports General Surgeons in the operation room as Surgical Assist
• Provides pre-op and post-op patient education
• Coordinates diagnostic studies, consultations, procedures, and communications
• Manages post-op care of patients including daily rounds, discharge, patient/family education, and follow up clinic visits
• Evening and weekend call
• Will support entire General Surgery physician team

Hired candidates may be eligible to receive additional compensation in the form of bonuses, quality incentives, or production-based compensation.

For more information, please contact:

Theresa Madrinich, Physician and Advanced Practice Recruiter

Email:
Theresa.

Madrinich

NP:

Current licensure as a registered nurse in appropriate state.
Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner in appropriate state.
Current certification in CPR.
National certification in applicable area.
Successful completion of Essentia Health credentialing process prior to practice

PA:

Current licensure as a physician assistant in appropriate state.

Current certification in CPR.

National certification.

Successful completion of Essentia Health credentialing process prior to practice

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health*:
Health Coverage:
Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, plus supplemental health benefit options to ensure employees' well-being.

Retirement Savings Plans: 401(k) with employer contributions to support long-term financial security.

Professional Development:
Opportunities for career growth through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.

Work-Life Balance:
Flexible scheduling, time off, holidays, and personal leave to help employees manage their professional and personal lives.

Employee Wellness Programs:
Initiatives focused on physical, mental, and emotional health, including fitness memberships, counseling services, and wellness activities.
* Eligibility for Essentia Health?s benefit programs vary. Please refer to the benefit summary provided to you, or contact our HR Service Center at  for more information.

Job Location: Building F - Duluth Clinic - 3rd Street

Shift Rotation: Day/Eve/Night Rotation (United States of America)

Compensation Range: $57.50 - $80.50 / hour

FTE: 1