Full Job Description
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. We are dedicated to providing Equal Employment Opportunities; applicants from diverse backgrounds or historically under-resourced communities are especially encouraged to apply.
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).
The below grid represents current base pay in addition to a 25% stipend*. Pay is based on years since licensure as an APP.
Base Hourly Rate + 25% Stipend*
- 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
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 (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.
Offers of employment 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.
Standard Hours/FTE Status: FTE = 1.00 (80 hours per pay period)