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Elk River, Minnesota

Posted Jun 19 · 2 years of experience

Pay
Not posted
Unit and setting
Correctional
License
Must maintain all certifications, educational requirements, licensing, etc.

Do you qualify?

License
Must maintain all certifications, educational requirements, licensing, etc.
License
Unrestricted current license, certification or registration in state of practice
Certification
Current (and must maintain) lifesaving BLS and PALS (where applicable) certification through AHA
Experience
Minimum two (2) years’ experience
Experience
Previous correctional/detention facility experience
Also asks
Completion of an accredited education program for PAs
Also asks
Current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) registration
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Key

What it pays

Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Paid time off
  • medical
  • dental
  • vision
More benefits (5)
  • 401k
  • Tuition Assistance
  • life insurance
  • HSA
  • Wellness program

The workplace

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Wellpath
Hiring organization

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  • Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
  • What should I expect for shifts, weekly hours, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
More questions to ask
  • What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
  • How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
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Your fit

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How you make a difference

The Physician Assistant provides comprehensive medical care to inmates under the supervision of medical leadership. Responsibilities include evaluating and treating acute and emergency complaints, participating in administrative meetings, and supporting cross-coverage needs. The PA collaborates with physicians and mental health professionals, ensuring clinical documentation and treatment align with protocols. They maintain patient privacy and contribute to quality improvement activities. The role also involves emergency care coordination and psychiatric assessment support.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education

Completion of an accredited education program for PAs

Experience

Previous correctional/detention facility experience

Minimum two (2) years’ experience

Licenses/certifications

Unrestricted current license, certification or registration in state of practice

Must maintain all certifications, educational requirements, licensing, etc.

Current Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) registration

Current (and must maintain) lifesaving BLS and PALS (where applicable) certification through AHA

Key Responsibilities

Deliver acute and emergency medical care in accordance with protocols

Consult with physicians and manage patient transfers when clinically indicated

Document all findings using the S. O. A. P. method and EMR systems

Maintain HIPAA compliance and participate in quality improvement efforts

Provide cross-coverage and support psychiatric stability assessments

You Matter

  • Make a difference every day in the lives of the underserved
  • Join a mission driven organization with a people first culture
  • Excellent career growth opportunities

Join us and find a career that supports

  • Caring for overlooked, underserved, and vulnerable patients
  • Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging
  • Autonomy in a warm team environment
  • Growth and training

Perks and Benefits

In addition to comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and 401k, we foster a work, life balance for team members and their family to support physical, mental, and financial wellbeing including:

  • DailyPay, receive your money as you earn it!
  • Tuition Assistance and dependent Scholarships
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including free counseling and health coaching
  • Company paid life insurance
  • Tax free Health Spending Accounts (HSA)
  • Wellness program featuring fitness memberships and product discounts
  • Preferred banking partnership and discounted rates for home and auto loans

*Eligibility for perks and benefits varies based on employee type and length of service.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of uniqueness.

We celebrate a variety of backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

We encourage you to apply! If you are excited about a role but your experience doesn’t seem to align perfectly with every element of the job description, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this, or one of our many other roles.

Deadline to apply to this position is contingent upon applicant volume. Those positions located in Colorado will have a specific deadline posted in the job description.

We are an Affirmative Action Employer in accordance with applicable state and local laws.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

We are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of uniqueness.

We celebrate a variety of backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

We encourage you to apply! If you are excited about a role but your experience doesn’t seem to align perfectly with every element of the job description, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this, or one of our many other roles.

Deadline to apply to this position is contingent upon applicant volume. Those positions located in Colorado will have a specific deadline posted in the job description.

We are an Affirmative Action Employer in accordance with applicable state and local laws.

What's around it?

In Elk River, MN

Elk River, MNFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about the same as the US average

Median rent
$1,283/mo
Household income
$108,741/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

See Elk River, MN

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