Plastic Surgery Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Fergus Falls
About The Position
Lake Region Medical Group is seeking a motivated, skilled Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to join its growing Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics team in Fergus Falls, Minnesota. Working closely with Board-Certified Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon Dr. Chelsey Johnson and existing APPs, the provider will deliver care in reconstructive, cosmetic, and aesthetic services. The position emphasizes outpatient clinic management, minor procedures, pre- and post-operative care, and patient education in a supportive rural healthcare environment. The provider will evaluate and manage patients with plastic surgery and aesthetic concerns, develop treatment plans in collaboration with supervising physicians, perform or assist with in-office procedures, and coordinate surgical care. The role also includes documentation in EPIC, quality improvement participation, team meetings, continuing education, and contributing to a positive patient experience in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment. Lake Region Healthcare is a community-owned, nonprofit healthcare system serving west-central Minnesota and eastern North Dakota. It is a locally governed organization with two hospitals, 10 clinic locations, a cancer care and research center, a senior living community, and approximately 1,100 employees. The role is based in Fergus Falls, a community of approximately 14,000 residents.
Requirements
- Master's degree or equivalent from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
- Current Minnesota licensure as an NP, including prescriptive authority, or as a PA; eligibility to obtain Minnesota licensure is acceptable.
- Certification by ANCC or AANP for Nurse Practitioners, or NCCPA for Physician Assistants.
- BLS certification.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and a patient-centered approach.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Commitment to rural healthcare and serving diverse patient populations.
Nice To Haves
- ACLS certification.
- Experience in plastic surgery, general surgery, wound care, and/or dermatology.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations, including medical histories, physical examinations, and assessment of plastic surgery and aesthetic concerns.
- 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, including laser treatments, minor excisions, biopsies, suture removal, wound care, Botox, fillers, and other aesthetic or reconstructive interventions.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with supervising physicians.
- Educate patients about skincare, post-procedure care, surgical expectations, and preventive measures.
- Manage pre-operative and post-operative care, including ordering labs and imaging, prescribing medications, and coordinating referrals.
- Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the EPIC electronic health record.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives, team meetings, and continuing education.
- Promote a positive patient experience in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.
Benefits
- Annual CME reimbursement allowance.
- Paid professional dues and memberships.
- Relocation assistance available.
- Competitive sign-on bonus available.
- 401(k) plan eligibility after six months of employment, with an employer contribution.
- Health insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Long-term and short-term disability insurance.
- Professional liability insurance coverage.
- Six weeks of time off per calendar year for full-time employment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
