NP/PA - Orthopedic Surgery - Brainerd, 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:

Brainerd, Minnesota

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 of all ages who need podiatric care. Position requires a high level of customer service skills to establish and enhance positive relationships with patients, co-workers, and others.

PRACTICE SPECIFICS

• Well established practice treating all aspects of Orthopedics.
• This position will assist in expanding patient access and providing exceptional care throughout our dedicated podiatry services.
• Our goal is to work at the top of the scope of practice.
• The ideal candidate will have excellent customer service while fostering positive relationships with a drive to develop skills and/or have experience with podiatry.
• We work as a team and really strive to maintain a family/home and work life balance.
• Assist Orthopedists in surgical cases and hospital rounding.
• 2 – 3 days of clinic per week.
• Call is 1:6.
• Previous orthopedic experience preferred but not required.
• Outreach to other Essentia clinics may be asked in the future.  We currently provide orthopedic care in Pine River, Cross Lake, Hackensack, Deerwood, Pierz and Pillager. Our new Staples clinic will also offer Orthopedic care after it opens in the Summer of 2024.
• Very Competitive compensation package.  

REQUIREMENTS

• Master’s or Doctorate degree in Nursing or master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies from an accredited program.
• Current licensure as a registered nurse in Minnesota Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in Minnesota Current certification in CPR. National certification, in applicable area. Successful completion of Essentia Health credentialing process prior to practice.

LOCATION

• Brainerd, MN – located at the center of Minnesota
• 125 miles north of Minneapolis/St. Paul
• Brainerd Lakes Area population: 65,000; Regional service area: 115,000
• Airport in Brainerd, MN
• Area offers fishing, boating, camping, canoeing, skiing, hiking, mountain biking, golfing, hunting, snowmobiling, ATV, etc., and home to the Brainerd International Raceway
• Visit www.explorebrainerdlakes.com to find out more!

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.

Search or Apply online at www.essentiahealth.org/careers  or contact:

Deven Lord, Physician & Advanced Practice Recruiter

Email: Deven.Lord@essentiahealth.org

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

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

Pay Range
$107952 - $129542 / year

The approximate base compensation range is posted, but the actual offer will reflect our total compensation and benefits package. The offer will be determined by a number of factors including the selected candidate’s experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, FTE, as well as internal equity among our team.

Effective December 1, 2019: Job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a post-offer assessment, including a urine drug screen, immunization review, proof of required vaccinations, and background check. Essentia Health is committed to maintaining a work environment free from the influence of illegal drugs and alcohol.

Essentia Health EEO:
Essentia Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, sexual identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.