Plastic Surgery Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner Fergus Falls (74989)

We are seeking a motivated skilled Advanced Practice Provider (NP or PA) to join our growing Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics team. Working closely with Board-Certified Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon Dr. Chelsey Johnson and our existing APPs you will provide high-quality care in reconstructive cosmetic and aesthetic services. This role emphasizes outpatient clinic management minor procedures pre/post-operative care and patient education in a supportive rural healthcare environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations including history physical exams and assessment of plastic surgery/aesthetic concerns (e.g. skin conditions reconstructive needs cosmetic goals).
• Diagnose and manage common dermatologic and plastic surgery-related conditions with a focus on aesthetics skin rejuvenation wound care and post-surgical follow-up.
• Perform or assist with in-office procedures such as injections (e.g. Botox fillers) laser treatments minor excisions biopsies suture removal wound care and other aesthetic/reconstructive interventions.
• Serve as first assist in the operating room for select procedures (as qualified and credentialed).
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with supervising physician(s).
• Provide patient education on skincare post-procedure care surgical expectations and preventive measures.
• Manage pre-operative and post-operative care including ordering labs/imaging prescribing medications and coordinating referrals.
• Maintain accurate timely documentation in the electronic health record.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives team meetings and continuing education.
• Promote a positive patient experience in a collaborative multidisciplinary environment.
  

• Masters degree (or equivalent) from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
• Current Minnesota licensure as an NP (with prescriptive authority) or PA or eligibility to obtain.
• Certification by ANCC AANP (for NP) or NCCPA (for PA).
• BLS certification required; ACLS preferred.
• Experience in plastic surgery and/or dermatology settings preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a patient-centered approach and ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Commitment to rural healthcare and serving diverse patient populations.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

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COMPENSATION/BENEFITS:

• Annual CME reimbursement allowance & paid professional dues and memberships
• Relocation Assistance Available
• Generous and competitive sign-on bonus available; apply for additional details
• 401K Plan eligibility after 6 months of employment and generous employer contribution
• Health dental long term and short-term disability insurance available; professional liability insurance covered
• 6 weeks of time off per calendar year for full-time employment
  

ABOUT OUR COMMUNITY:
Fergus Falls is an area known for excellent private and public school systems community college local wineries & breweries low cost of living nearby zoos big box retail (Home Depot Applebees Caribou Coffee Walmart and more) movie theater bowling alley event center nearby resorts & casinos health spas YMCA fishing cross country skiing kayaking hiking fishing & biking.

• 8-golf courses within a 30-mile radius of city
• Number 1 county in the United States with most lakes with 1100 lakes in Ottertail County
• Central lakes biking/walking trail begins in Fergus Falls and is a 55-mile paved trail that goes to central MN
• North Country Scenic Trail runs through the town (beginning in Vermont & runs through central ND)
• Within city limits there are 5 lakes & 19 park & recreational areas
• Glendalough and Maplewood State Parks are both under 20 miles from Fergus Falls - these natural treasures now feature newly completed bike trails that wind through pristine wilderness and stunning lake views
• Easy access to Fargo ND (1 hour drive); and Minneapolis/St. Paul MN (2 ½ hour drive) both with international airport access
• Childrens museum & indoor playground; newly constructed childrens splash pad built in 2024 and new community aquatics center opened in June of 2025
• Enjoy a safe low crime community of 14000 residents
  

LAKE REGION HEALTHCARE ENTERPRISE A MISSION DRIVEN ORGANIZATION:
We are a community-owned non-profit healthcare system dedicated to serving the people of west-central Minnesota and eastern North Dakota. As a 501(c)(3) charitable organization we combine the strength of a mid-sized rural network with a deep commitment to local governance and patient-centered care.

Our health system operates with an annual revenue of $180 million and serves a primary population of 55000 residents with a secondary reach of more than 101000. Here youll find the resources of a robust organization paired with the close-knit collaborative spirit of rural healthcarewhere your work truly makes a difference. Our enterprise includes:

• 2 Hospitals
• 10 Clinic Locations
• 1 Cancer Care and Research Center
• 1 Senior Living Community
• 1100 Employees
• 120 Physicians/Advanced Practice Providers
  

Why practice with Lake Region Medical Group P.A. & Lake Region Healthcare

• Minnesota has been consistently rated one of the best states in the country to practice medicine.
• Lake Region Healthcare has been a top 100 rural & community healthcare system for the ninth consecutive year & has been listed on Newsweeks Worlds Best Hospital for several consecutive years.
• Our healthcare system is an independent system and locally owned and operated
• Our medical group is independent and operated by a physician-led board of directors

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