Building Location:Brainerd ClinicDepartment:20142 Podiatry - BMCJob Description:Utilizes advanced health assessment, knowledge, and decision making skills, works independently and in collaboration with physicians and other health care professionals. Provides health care to individuals and families, emphasizing health promotion and disease prevention. They may care for patients ranging in age from newborn to elderly as noted in age-related category and area of expertise.Education Qualifications:The Physician Assistant utilizes advanced health assessment, knowledge, and decision-making skills, while working both independently and in collaboration with physicians and other health care professionals. The NP/PA will provide health care to individuals and families, emphasizing health promotion and disease prevention, caring for patients of all ages who need podiatric care. Position requires a high level of customer service skills to establish and enhance positive relationships with patients, co-workers, and others.PRACTICE SPECIFICSWell established practice treating all aspects of podiatry.This position will assist in expanding patient access and providing exceptional care throughout our dedicated podiatry services. Our goal is to work at the top of the scope of practice. The ideal candidate will have excellent customer service while fostering positive relationships with a drive to develop skills and/or have experience with podiatry.We work as a team and really strive to maintain a family/home and work life balance.Assist Podiatrist in surgical cases and hospital rounding.2 – 3 days of clinic per week.Previous podiatry experience preferred but not required.Outreach to other Essentia clinics may be asked in the future. We currently provide podiatry care in Pierz and Pine River. Our new Staples clinic will also offer podiatry care after it opens in the Summer of 2024. Very Competitive compensation package. REQUIREMENTSMaster's degree in Physician Assistant Studies from an accredited program.Current licensure as a registered nurse in Minnesota Current licensure as a Physician Assistant in Minnesota Current certification in CPR. National certification, in applicable area. Successful completion of Essentia Health credentialing process prior to practice.LOCATIONBrainerd, MN – located at the center of Minnesota125 miles north of Minneapolis/St. PaulBrainerd Lakes Area population: 65,000; Regional service area: 115,000125 miles north of Minneapolis/St. PaulAirport in Brainerd, MNArea offers fishing, boating, camping, canoeing, skiing, hiking, mountain biking, golfing, hunting, snowmobiling, ATV, etc., and home to the Brainerd International RacewayVisit www.explorebrainerdlakes.com to find out more!Essentia Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, sexual identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran Status.Search or Apply online at www.essentiahealth.org/careers or contact:Deven Lord, Physician & Advanced Practice RecruiterEmail: ****** PA: Bachelor's degree in a health/science-related fieldLicensure/Certification Qualifications:PA:Current licensure as a physician assistant in appropriate state.Current certification in CPR.National certification.Successful completion of Essentia Health credentialing process prior to practiceFTE:0.8Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:Shift Rotation:Day Rotation (United States of America)Shift Start Time:Shift End Time:Weekends:Holidays:NoCall Obligation:NoUnion:Union Posting Deadline: