Experienced Medical Dermatology Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Fergus Falls (73521)

Salary Range $120,000.00 - $140,000.00 Salary/year

Position Type Full Time

Category Advanced Practice Provider, NP or PA

Description

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Dermatology Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join our dynamic dermatology team. The APP will provide high-quality care to patients with a variety of dermatologic conditions, working collaboratively with our dermatologists and healthcare team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct comprehensive dermatologic assessments, including history taking, physical examinations, and diagnostic evaluations.

• Diagnose and manage common and complex dermatologic conditions, such as acne, eczema, psoriasis, skin infections, and skin cancers.

• Perform dermatologic procedures, including biopsies, cryotherapy, & excisions.

• Prescribe medications and develop treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs, to include biologics.

• Educate patients and their families on dermatologic conditions, treatment options, and preventive care.

• Collaborate with dermatologists and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care and ensure continuity of care.

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient encounters and treatment plans in the electronic medical record (EMR) system.

• Full-time position in Fergus Falls, MN in the outpatient setting during clinic hours, Monday – Friday 7am-5pm; option for 4 – 4.5 day work week; 36 patient contact hours/week requirement for a 1.0 FTE.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Nursing (MSN) or Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) from an accredited program.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) and DEA required upon hire.

• Current licensure, or ability to obtain licensure as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) in the state of Minnesota.

• Certification in dermatology or relevant experience in dermatology practice.

• Strong clinical skills and knowledge of dermatologic conditions and treatments.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Dermatology Nurse Practitioner Certification (DCNP) or Dermatology Physician Assistant Certification (DPA-C).

EMR SYSTEM: EPIC

COMPENSATION/BENEFITS:

• Annual CME reimbursement allowance & paid professional dues and memberships

• Relocation Assistance Available

• Generous and competitive sign-on bonus available; apply for additional details

• 401K Plan eligibility after 6 months of employment, and generous employer contribution

• Health, dental, long term and short-term disability insurance available; professional liability insurance covered

• 6 weeks of time off per calendar year for full-time employment

ABOUT OUR COMMUNITY:

Fergus Falls is an area known for excellent private and public school systems community college, local wineries & breweries, low cost of living, nearby zoos, big box retail (Home Depot, Applebee’s, Caribou Coffee, Walmart, and more), movie theater, bowling alley, event center, nearby resorts & casinos, health spas, YMCA, fishing, cross country skiing, kayaking, hiking, fishing, & biking.

• 8-golf courses within a 30-mile radius of city

• Number 1 county in the United States with most lakes, with 1,100 lakes in Ottertail County

• Central lakes biking/walking trail begins in Fergus Falls and is a 55-mile paved trail that goes to central MN

• North Country Scenic Trail runs through the town (beginning in Vermont & runs through central ND)

• Within city limits, there are 5 lakes & 19 park & recreational areas

• Glendalough and Maplewood State Parks are both under 20 miles from Fergus Falls - these natural treasures now feature newly completed bike trails that wind through pristine wilderness and stunning lake views

• Easy access to Fargo, ND (1 hour drive); and Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN (2 ½ hour drive) both with international airport access

• Children’s museum & indoor playground; newly constructed children’s splash pad built in 2024, and new community aquatics center opened in June of 2025

• Enjoy a safe, low crime community of 14,000 residents

LAKE REGION HEALTHCARE ENTERPRISE – A MISSION DRIVEN ORGANIZATION:

We are a community-owned, non-profit healthcare system dedicated to serving the people of west-central Minnesota and eastern North Dakota. As a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, we combine the strength of a mid-sized rural network with a deep commitment to local governance and patient-centered care.

Our health system operates with an annual revenue of $180 million and serves a primary population of 55,000 residents, with a secondary reach of more than 101,000. Here, you’ll find the resources of a robust organization paired with the close-knit, collaborative spirit of rural healthcare—where your work truly makes a difference. Our enterprise includes:

• 2 Hospitals

• 10 Clinic Locations

• 1 Cancer Care and Research Center

• 1 Senior Living Community

• 1,100 Employees

• 120 Physicians/Advanced Practice Providers

Why practice with Lake Region Medical Group, P.A. & Lake Region Healthcare?

• Minnesota has been consistently rated one of the best states in the country to practice medicine.

• Lake Region Healthcare has been a top 100 rural & community healthcare system for the ninth consecutive year & has been listed on Newsweek’s World’s Best Hospital for several consecutive years.

• Our healthcare system is an independent system and locally owned and operated

• Our medical group is independent and operated by a physician-led board of directors

For more information, please contact: Brittany Genereux, Physician Recruiter at:

[email protected] or [email protected]

Phone: 218-770-5407 (text capable)