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Lake Region Healthcare Dermatology Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Fergus Falls (73521) in FERGUS FALLS, Minnesota
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:
Bkgenereux@lrhc.org or Practicewithus@lrhc.org
Phone: 218-770-5407 (text capable)