Advanced Practice Provider- Colorectal Surgery

Advanced Practice Provider – Colorectal Surgery

Park Nicollet is looking for an exceptional, patient‑focused Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to join our Colorectal Surgery team and make a difference for our patients and our community.

The Department of Colorectal Surgery at Park Nicollet Clinic is seeking a 1.0 FTE Surgical Advanced Practice Provider to join their colorectal surgery team. In this collaborative position you will assist colorectal surgeons at Methodist Hospital (St. Louis Park, MN) and Park Nicollet Burnsville Clinic. Candidates must have graduated from an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program. SURGICAL EXPERIENCE PREFERRED.

Monday – Friday Clinic Hours. No weekends, no holidays, no call.

• Conduct initial consultations including history, physical examination, and ordering relevant diagnostic tests.
• Develop and implement patient care plans based on clinical assessment and diagnosis.
• Perform post‑operative care and follow‑up, including wound care, suture removal, and monitoring for complications.
• Perform minor surgical procedures independently, such as incision and drainage of abscesses, removal of small skin lesions, and wound debridement.
• Educate patients and their families about surgical procedures, post‑operative care, and recovery expectations.
• Provide counseling on lifestyle modifications, medication management, and preventive health measures.
• Address patient concerns and answer questions regarding their treatment plans and recovery.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient outcomes and clinic efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with clinic protocols, regulatory requirements, and best practice guidelines.
• Monitor and report adverse events, complications, and other clinical issues to maintain patient safety.

$ – $ Annually based on a 1.0 FTE.

Compensation is based on the level and requirements of the role. Pay within our ranges may also be determined by education, experience, knowledge, skills, location, and abilities as well as internal equity.

For more information, contact Shauna Baer, Senior Clinician Recruiter, Health Partners, Sha

• Medical insurance, dental insurance, and malpractice insurance for work done on behalf of Health Partners.
• 401(k) with company contribution and match.
• Paid time off, life insurance, AD&D insurance, and disability insurance.
• Continuing education unit (CEU) reimbursement account.
• Clinician well‑being program providing resources and tools for health professionals.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, or basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.