Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner - Trauma Surgery (0.90 FTE)

Hennepin Healthcare (a subsidiary corporation of Hennepin County) is a public, integrated system of care that includes HCMC, a nationally recognized Level I Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center. The comprehensive healthcare system includes a 473-bed academic medical center, a large outpatient Clinic & Specialty Center, and a network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Hennepin County. We partner with our community, our patients, and their families to ensure access to outstanding care for everyone while improving health and wellness through teaching, patient and community education, and research. Learn more here.

We believe equity is essential for optimal health outcomes and are committed to achieve optimal health for all by actively eliminating barriers due to racism, poverty, gender identity, and other determinants of health. We are deeply committed to the goals of health equity and antiracism by teaching and working in an environment characterized by celebrating diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Applicants from diverse backgrounds or historically under-resourced communities are especially encouraged to apply.

Hennepin Healthcare is seeking a 0.90 FTE Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner to join our Trauma/General Surgery teams. This position will be utilized by all four of our trauma teams to assist in post-call care as well as general inpatient care on teams that are busy. The PA/NP will interface with all levels and disciplines of the healthcare team to increase the quality of patient care, patient education and streamline the discharge process. This position will also support our staff surgeons in the Surgery Clinic as needed. This position will require flexibility on a day-to-day basis on filling in the needs of the Surgical and Trauma teams in the hospital and the clinic setting.

Schedule is Monday-Friday with one full weekend every 4-5 weeks in exchange for days off during the week. No overnight call.

The below grid represents current pay (salaried, based on years since licensure as an APP):

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Help manage all aspects of trauma and post-operative patient care from admission to discharge in conjunction with resident Physician General Trauma Surgery teams
• Strong emphasis on post call duties – tertiary exams, discharges, coordinating care
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including attending physicians, other APPs, resident physicians, nurses, care coordinators, occupational therapies, physical therapists, and other supportive staff to expedite and maintain quality patient care
• Be willing to work with multiple teams in conjunction with current APP staff
• Independence with collaboration; must enjoy working in a resident-based practice
• Assist with the education and guidance of surgical residents
• Assist staff surgeons in clinic as needed
• Actively participate in quality improvement
• Assist with research; consider doing research
• Limited procedures, no OR time

QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Qualifications

• Masters degree in Nursing or Physician Assistant studies from an accredited program
• Current, or eligibility for, MN license to practice as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant
• Certification in the area of specialization by an agency authorized to certify professional nurses in advanced practice
• BLS/ACLS certification
• ATLS certification after 2 years - we will provide (audit or complete course)

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Self-starter- creative in seeking out opportunities for improved delivery of care in addition to personal growth
• Ability to work with many disciplines
• Function independently but also work effectively with others
• Flexible and collaborative attitude
• Dependable, confident, organized

Hennepin Healthcare benefit offerings (0.50 FTE or greater) include: several medical insurance plans to select from, dental insurance, generous 401(a) company contribution and paid time off, annual Business Expense Account dollars, time off for Continuing Medical Education, and more. As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, Hennepin Healthcare is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Our Office of Professional Worklife and other institutional supports are available to help with your sense of wellness. It is our firm belief that we must attend to our own well-being before we can care for others. As the practice of medicine can be as intense and stressful as it is rewarding, we are committed to supporting and promoting your well-being.

Hennepin Healthcare is one of the few organizations in the Twin Cities with an Advanced Practice Professional Center dedicated to the growth and support of APPs. The APP Center leadership members work together to promote and advocate for the 300 APPs at the organization. In addition to offering professional development, free ME opportunities, and ongoing communication to all APPs, the APP Center includes a lounge exclusive to APPs with a work room, conference room and snack/beverage area.

Offers of employment from Hennepin Healthcare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background checks and pre-employment requirements. Positions at Hennepin Healthcare are credentialed through the Office of the Medical Staff according to their policies.

• We offer a competitive pay rate based on your skills, licensure/certifications, education, experience related to this position, and internal equity.
• We provide an extensive benefits program that includes Medical; Dental; Vision; Life, Short and Long-term Term Disability Insurance; Retirement Funds; Paid Time Off; Tuition reimbursement; and license and Certification reimbursement (Available ONLY for benefit eligible positions).
• For a complete list of our benefits, please visit our career site on why you should work for us.