Sanford Health·Worthington, Minnesota
The provider evaluates, diagnoses, and manages patient health concerns in both the Emergency Department and Acute Care settings. Responsibilities include performing physical exams, ordering diagnostic tests, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to ensure continuity of care.
Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.
Work Shift: Varies (United States of America)
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Work in Both ED and Acute Care. 12 Hour shifts either 8-8 or 11-11. ED work done with a ED physician in the department 24/7.
from $97,461 - $173,356
The Physician Assistant (PA) is a licensed medical professional who practices medicine in collaboration with physicians and other care team members. The PA evaluates, diagnoses, and manages patient health concerns across the lifespan, provides preventive services, and coordinates care to promote optimal health outcomes.
Perform patient assessments, including medical histories and physical examinations.
Diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions within scope of practice.
Order, review, and interpret diagnostic tests and imaging studies.
Prescribe medications, therapies, and other treatments in compliance with regulations.
Educate and counsel patients and families on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment plans.
May perform procedures & treatments within scope of practice & assist with procedures & treatments when indicated.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure continuity of care. Maintain accurate, timely, and thorough documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR). Participate in quality, safety, and performance improvement activities.
Completion of a Physician Assistant program accredited by the ARC-PA or equivalent accrediting program accepted by the state licensing board.
Clinical experience in specialty area is preferred but not required.
Current licensure as a Physician Assistant in each state of practice. Current Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) permit to prescribe controlled substances in each state of practice. State Controlled Substance License (if required by State)
Current certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
Privileging documents and related credentialing requirements will supersede this job description in defining minimum qualifications, criteria, and scope of practice, if variation between documents exists
Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.
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Candidates must have completed an ARC-PA accredited Physician Assistant program and hold current NCCPA certification. Valid state licensure and a DEA permit to prescribe controlled substances are required.
Market context
Advanced-practice roles in Minnesota often draw steady demand in settings that need licensed clinicians who can work independently and cover multiple sites. These positions are competitive because employers typically look for a master’s degree, current NP licensure with prescriptive authority, board certification, prior NP experience, and the ability to travel extensively. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then confirm travel expectations and specialty alignment before applying.
