NP/PA - Family Medicine - Detroit Lakes MN

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.

NP/PA – Family Medicine

Detroit Lakes, MN

Essentia Health seeks a compassionate and skilled Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to join our Family Medicine department at the Detroit Lakes Clinic. As part of a multidisciplinary team, you’ll provide high-quality, patient-centered care in a supportive and collaborative environment. Detroit Lakes is a growing community with ample recreation opportunities. Our team comprises 18 primary care providers, one internal medicine physician, one cardiology NP, and one IM/Peds NP.

• 1.0 FTE, full-time status; 36 patient contact hours
• Mon-Fri from 8a-5p; mainly clinic hours with call rotation (telephone only) and occasional weekend coverage
• Family Medicine trained/certified required to care for all patients, newborn and up.
• One year of advanced practice experience preferred.
• The ideal candidate would be willing/able to care for pediatric patients.
• Will require coverage of other outreach clinics (Frazee, Lake Park, Pelican Rapids, Mahnomen) to cover CME, vacations, etc.
• 16-18 Patients per day
• Minimal procedures per day
• Ability to work within a team
• 1-3 years of experience preferred

The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant utilizes advanced health assessment, knowledge, and decision-making skills. The NP/PA works independently and collaborates with physicians and other healthcare professionals. NP/PAs provide health care to individuals and families, promoting health and preventing disease. As noted in age-related categories and areas of expertise, they may care for patients ranging in age from newborn to elderly. The position requires high customer service skills to establish and enhance positive relationships with patients, co-workers, and others.

EDUCATION/TRAINING:

• Master’s or Doctorate in Nurse Practitioner or Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Physician Assistant program from an accredited program/institution.
• Family Medicine trained/certified required to provide care for all ages

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

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

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

For more information, contact:

Deven Lord | 218.828.7481 | Deven.Lord@EssentiaHealth.org

www.Careers.EssentiaHealth.org

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.

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

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