Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner (0.60 - 1.0 FTE) - Minneapolis Level 1 Trauma ED Triage (Nights) - $82.35/hr +

We are seeking a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to work night triage for our Emergency Medicine Department (Hennepin County Medical Center) – a Level 1 Trauma for Adults and Pediatrics. Starting FTE is flexible (0.60 – 1.0 FTE) with full benefit eligibility at 0.70 FTE (0.60 carries full benefits minus disability). Clinical coverage will be nights 11 pm – 7 am in triage 7 days a week (scheduled days TBD). There will be ability to pick up moonlighting shifts as desired (and as department needs). This job must demonstrate sensitivity, knowledge and understanding of diverse academic, socioeconomic, gender, cultural and ethnic backgrounds. 

The below grid represents current base pay in addition to a 25% stipend*. Pay is based on years since licensure as an APP. 

*Stipend is specifically for working straight night shifts in the ED Triage role.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Working at triage as a provider doing medical screening exams (MSE) on patients and seeing and treating patients with less critical complaints who can be discharged from triage. Provider will also do MSE on patients and start workups on patients waiting for the team centers in the ED.
• Perform physical examination and record history
• Write & route orders to appropriate laboratory and radiological studies
• Perform therapeutic and diagnostic procedures as directed by the physician including but not limited to:
• Wound care dressing
• Venipuncture
• Starting intravenous lines
• Bladder catheterization
• Suturing lacerations
• Pelvic examinations and testing
• Incision and drainage of abscesses
• Immobilizing fractures and other musculoskeletal problems through the use of splinting and casting

We also offer an Advanced Practice Professional Center dedicated to the professional development and support of APPs, advocating for the 300+ APPs in our organization. APP Center offerings include: 

• Free Medical Education opportunities
• Ongoing communication to all APPs
• Lounge area with snacks and beverages where you can relax and recharge
• Well-equipped work room to enhance your productivity
• Conference room for collaboration

QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree from an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program
• Current (or eligibility for) license to practice as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant issued by the State of Minnesota
• Family NP (FNP) certification required for NP candidates
• 3 years of work in an emergency department as an advanced practice provider

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience working in Emergency Medicine of 5 years (at least 3 years as an Advanced Practice Provider)
• Knowledge of electronic medical documentation system/software

TOTAL REWARDS PACKAGE

• We offer a competitive compensation plan based on your skills and experience/training related to this position, and internal equity.
• We provide an extensive benefits program that includes: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance; Life, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance; Retirement Funds; Paid Time Off; Tuition Reimbursement; License and Certification Reimbursement, Annual Business Expense Account dollars. Professional Liability Coverage is provided at all FTE levels. 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.

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.

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 (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.

Hennepin County Medical Center has been named one of the nation's best hospitals for over a decade by U.S. News and World Report.

Minneapolis and Saint Paul make up the Twin Cities with a major metropolitan population of over three million. Minneapolis is the City of Parks and Lakes boasting top placement nationally as a bike-friendly city. Built around the Mississippi River, the Twin Cities have become an educational, cultural, recreational and business destination.  

Located in downtown Minneapolis, Hennepin County Medical Center enjoys many nearby amenities for major sports franchises and the 2nd largest grouping of theater seatings in the United States. HCMC is easily accessible from major highways in all directions as well as easy light rail access to the Airport and Mall of America.

Medscape recently named Minneapolis as a best place to practice medicine due to factors such as teamwork with Nurse Practitioners & Physician Assistants, great cost of living, healthy patient population and abundant recreation opportunities. Part of the 14th largest metropolitan city in the United States, Minneapolis offers an exceptional quality of life to all its residents. This beautiful Upper Midwest region, considered a city by nature, is an outdoor enthusiast’s dream.

• Enjoy a metropolitan area with natural landscapes every six blocks
• An extremely active community of artists, musicians, foodies, dancers, runners, and bikers
• A place to put away your phone and enjoy family-friendly events year-round
• Ranked as the #3 fittest city in the U.S., Minneapolis offers resources that support healthy living