APP- Gastroenterology

Allina Health; South Dakota; On-site; USD 138,000 - 162,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental

PTO/Time Away

Retirement Savings Plans

Life Insurance

Short-term/Long-term Disability

Voluntary Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement or CME

Student Loan Support Benefits

Job summary

Allina Health is seeking a GI APP (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) for a 1.0 FTE role in Buffalo, MN. The position focuses on outpatient consultations, chronic disease management, and telehealth follow-ups with limited procedural duties, integrating into a physician/nurse team for comprehensive patient care.

The role requires a Master's degree, MN RN or PA licensure, ANCC/PA certification, ACLS/BLS Tier 2, and DEA registration within hire timelines.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
• Licensed RN (MN) or PA licensure required upon hire.
• Certified Nurse Practitioner (ANCC) or Physician Assistant certification required upon hire.
• ACLS-BLS Tier 2 certification within 180 days; DEA registration upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Completes comprehensive patient assessments.
• Determines diagnosis and treatment of illness.
• Orders and interprets medical diagnostics with attending physician.
• Prescribes medications, treatments, therapy and medical equipment.
• Conducts patient education for chronic illness or wellness care.
• Refers for specialty care when needed.
• Consults with physician when scope is unclear.

Education

Master's degree - Completion of accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program

Job description

Location Address:

303 Catlin StGround LevelBuffalo, MN 55313-1947

Date Posted:

September 27, 2026

Department:

62835620 AHG Gastroenterology

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Shift Length:

8 hour shift

Hours Per Week:

40

Union Contract:

Non-Union-NCT

Weekend Rotation:

None

Job Summary:

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.

Key Position Details:

1.0 FTE GI APP - Buffalo, MN

Ambulatory Focus:

Primarily outpatient clinic-based role dedicated to consultations, chronic disease management, and telehealth follow-ups.

Procedural Scope:

Procedural responsibilities are very limited, allowing for dedicated focus on clinical panel management and care coordination.

Preferred Schedule:

5 8's.

Job Description:

Provides help with all aspects of patient care, including diagnosis, treatments and consultations as part of a physician/nurse team in accordance with the designated specialty. Works in both inpatient and outpatient situations and can perform independently or as part of a treatment team. Serves as an educator, case manager, consultant to staff and multidisciplinary health care team.

Principle Responsibilities

• Provides clinical care for patients
  • Completes comprehensive patient assessments.
  • Determines diagnosis and treatment of illness.
  • Orders and interprets medical diagnostics in tandem with attending physician.
  • Prescribes medications, treatments, therapy and medical equipment.
  • Conducts patient education when working to manage chronic illness or wellness care.
  • Refers for specialty care when determined.
  • Consults with physician when patient needs outside of Nurse Practitioner scope of practice, diagnosis or treatment plan is unclear.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree - Completion of accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program

Licenses/Certifications

• Licensed Registered Nurse - MN Board of Nursing or equivalent Physician Assistant licensure required upon hire
• Certified Nurse Practitioner - American Nurse Credentialing Center (ANCC) certification or equivalent Physician Assistant certification within specialty required upon hire
• Certified Nurse Practitioner - MN Board of Nursing or equivalent Physician Assistant certification required upon hire
• ACLS-BLS Tier 2 - Multisource required within 180 Days
• Drug Enforcement Administration required upon hire
• Valid Driver's License required upon hire - MN and WI residents must obtain a valid driver's license in their state of residence within 60 days of employment for those working in Complex Care for Seniors, Community Palliative Care and Hospice

Physical Demands

• Medium Work*:
• Lifting weight up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), up to 25 lbs. frequently

Pay Range

Pay Range: $137,530 to $162,074 per year

The pay described reflects the starting base pay range, assuming a full-time FTE. Your starting rate will depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable).

Allina Health is committed to adhering with all applicable local, state and federal minimum wage requirements.

Benefit Summary

Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That's why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members.

Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.

We are focused on creating an inclusive workplace so everyone can see themselves as part of our care team. Our care teams are as diverse as the communities we serve and proud to be contributing to the mission of a leading health care organization. Our pioneering approach to well-being helps every member of our care team feel a deep sense of connection and joy in their work.

Benefits include:

• Medical/Dental
• PTO/Time Away
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term/Long-term Disability
• Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
• Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
• Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer

*Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.