Part-Time Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) Emergency Department & Urgent Care

Staples, MN - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 55 - 74

Posted on: 11 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Department:

Health Care

Job Summary

Description

About Lakewood

Lakewood Health System is a comprehensive rural healthcare system in central Minnesota. Leading the way in providing quality personalized healthcare for a lifetime Lakewood prides itself on remaining fiercely independent to prioritize its patients staff and communities in all decisions. Voted as one of Star Tribunes Top Workplaces for the sixth year in a row we do rural healthcare differently at LHS by providing a solid foundation of family practice providers with access to best-in-class specialty services all right here at Lakewood. Across the spectrum of life Lakewood Health System provides compassionate quality care for the Brainerd Lakes region and beyond.

About the Team

Lakewood Health System is seeking a part-time Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our Emergency Department (ED) and Urgent Care (UC) team. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to practice high-quality patient-centered care in a collaborative rural healthcare setting. Lakewood Health System is proud to be a designated Level III Trauma Center providing essential emergency services to our community with a focus on teamwork excellence and compassionate care.

Mission for Position

The PA/NP functions as an independent provider working collaboratively with ED physicians and an interdisciplinary healthcare team. This role involves providing comprehensive care across the lifespan including evaluation diagnosis treatment and patient education.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive patient assessments and medical decision-making
Order perform and interpret diagnostic tests
Prescribe pharmacologic therapies and provide patient education
Perform procedures such as:
- Laceration repair
- Incision and drainage (I&D)
Other system-specific examinations and procedures
Collaborate effectively with physicians nursing staff and other healthcare professionals

Position Type

Emergency Department (Level III Trauma Center):

Every 6th weekend (Saturday and Sunday) 8:00 AM 6:00 PM

Urgent Care:

Every other Friday 9:00 AM 5:00 PM

Qualifications

Qualifications

Nurse Practitioner (NP):
- Current Minnesota APRN licensure required
- Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) certification required
Physician Assistant (PA):
- Current NCCPA certification required
BLS ACLS NRP ATLS certifications required

Ideal Candidate

Emergency Medicine experience preferred
Demonstrated ability to work independently
Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Benefits

Lakewood Health System is growing and looking for great people to join our mission of providing personalized quality healthcare for a lifetime. At Lakewood our people are our most valued asset!

Generous Planned Time Off & Wellness Time Off
401K Match
Annual tuition assistance of $2000 per year
Best-in-region employer HSA contributions
Employer paid premiums for individual-only healthcare coverage!

With ample opportunities for growth within the system and support as you pursue your personal goals its safe to say that Lakewood Health System is a great place to launch or continue your career in healthcare!

A new team members starting wage reflects our compensation philosophy taking into account experience education certifications and internal equity. Hourly pay is just one part of the comprehensive and rewarding compensation package were proud to provide! Please be sure to include all applicable experience in your application.

If you need an accommodation during the application process please call or email .

Interested but will the schedule work for you Have questions on organizational culture team fit or day-to-day experience

>>>Contact Missy Lindow to discuss the possibilities further:
Missy Lindow MBA Chief Operating Officer
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Required Experience:

Senior IC

DescriptionAbout Lakewood Lakewood Health System is a comprehensive rural healthcare system in central Minnesota. Leading the way in providing quality personalized healthcare for a lifetime Lakewood prides itself on remaining fiercely independent to prioritize its patients staff and communities in a...