Pediatrics APP (NP or PA) in Willmar, MN

CentraCare in Willmar, Minnesota is hiring an Advanced Practice Provider (NP or PA) in our Pediatrics department.  As an APP at CentraCare, you will be an interdependent member of the primary health care team who works independently and in collaboration with Pediatric physicians.  You will have the opportunity to provide direct, high-quality patient care services requiring extensive skills and competency.  Working in this position, you will experience an outstanding work environment dedicated to the patients we serve, and with providers who are committed to leading with care.  The Pediatrics department works closely with our Family Medicine Department and the Urgent Care Department.    

This position is open to new graduates with relevant experience in work history.

Schedule

• .8 – 1.0 FTE
• Monday through Friday standard clinic outpatient clinic hours, with variation as needed in a professional position
• Weekend Urgent Care rotation limited number of weekends per year (3 to 4)
• No call requirements or holiday rotations

Responsibilities

As a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant with the Carris Health Pediatrics team, the practice includes but is not limited to:

• Well child checks
• Acute care
• Asthma and other chronic conditions
• Circumcisions
• Depression
• Sports physicals

Requirements

Eligibility for the position entails:

• Completion of a formal nurse practitioner or physician assistant program approved by a national accrediting agency
• Certified as a Nurse Practitioner or a Physician Assistant
• Current or pending licensure in the State of Minnesota
• BLS Certification

All applicants must have a current American Heart Association BLS Healthcare Provider card and Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) registration number prior to receiving clinical privileges.

EEO/AA

CentraCare has made a commitment to diversity in its workforce and all individuals, including, but not limited to, individuals with disabilities, are encouraged to apply.

Peds

• Southwestern hub of CentraCare's multi-specialty health network
• Over 180 physicians and APPs in more than 40 specialties
• Physicians serve Rice Memorial Hospital, a 100-bed regional facility, and the outpatient surgery center located on campus
• Outreach services provided

CentraCare is committed to the patients and families we serve in the communities we call home throughout Central, West Central and Southwestern Minnesota. We listen then serve, we guide and heal—because health means everything.

• Has grown to be one of the largest health systems in Minnesota
• Leading provider of rural health in the state
• Recent investment in system-wide employee culture
• Innovative population health and wellness initiatives
• Collaborative physician and administration leadership model
• Access to more than 40 medical and surgical specialties
• Work for an organization that offers nationally recognized care. View our most recent awards by clicking here.

Willmar is nestled just an hour and forty-five minutes from the twin cities in Minnesota’s beautiful lake country. Referred to by The New York Times as, “A modern, successful American melting pot,” Willmar has something to offer everyone.

• Population of 21,000+ with amenities of a larger city, while providing benefits of a small town
• Located in the heart of lake country, 360 lakes, Sibley State Park, 22 miles of Glacial Lakes State Trail, and five golf courses
• A beautiful community surrounded by rich farmlands, scenic lakes and rolling hills
• Diverse economy and growing with vibrant agricultural, medical and technology sectors
• Ridgewater College, community & technical college, services more than 5,500 regional students and 100 programs

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