Gastroenterology – Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant – St. Cloud, MN

CentraCare Health; Saint Cloud (MN); Hybrid; USD 109,990 - 139,880; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus or loan repayment

Medical and dental benefits

Retirement plan

Employee discounts

Job summary

CentraCare Health in St. Cloud, Minnesota is seeking a Gastroenterology Advanced Practice Provider. Join a collaborative team focusing on high-quality patient care with a flexible schedule. Responsibilities include evaluating and managing gastrointestinal conditions. Qualifications include being a graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program, eligibility for Minnesota licensure, along with BLS certification. The position offers a competitive salary range of $109,990.40 to $139,880 annually, along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
• Eligibility for Minnesota licensure as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.
• BLS Certification.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, treat, and manage patients with gastrointestinal conditions.
• Collaborate with physicians, APPs, and support staff.
• Practice in both outpatient and inpatient settings.

Skills

BLS Certification

Experience in Gastroenterology

Patient Management

Education

Graduate of accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program

Eligibility for Minnesota licensure as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Job description

If you are seeking a Gastroenterology APP role that prioritizes flexibility, collaboration, and high‑quality patient care across the continuum, we invite you to explore this opportunity with our Digestive Center team.

Sign-on bonus or loan repayment available!

Summary

As a Gastroenterology Advanced Practice Provider, you will join a highly collaborative team of physicians, APPs, and specialized support staff within our Digestive Center. In this role, you will independently evaluate, treat, and manage patients with acute and chronic gastrointestinal conditions while promoting long‑term wellness and disease optimization. You will practice with a high level of autonomy, supported by an experienced and accessible physician team.

Schedule and Flexibility

We offer multiple scheduling options designed to promote work‑life balance and long‑term sustainability:

• Flexible FTE offerings – Weekdays
• Flexible start times
• Flexible shift lengths based on FTE (8.5‑, 9, or 10‑hour shifts)
• Cyclical scheduling models so you know your work schedule well in advance
• No call
• No nights, weekends, holidays

Pay and Benefits

• Salary range: $109,990.40 - $139,880 per year

  • Pay may be determined by factors such as education, experience, skills, knowledge, location, and internal equity

  • Salary and salary range are based on a 1.0 FTE, reduced FTE will result in a prorated offer rate

  • May be eligible for additional pay through bonuses, quality incentives, or production‑based (RVU) compensation.

• Benefits: Medical, dental, time off, retirement, employee discounts and more!

Qualifications

Required:

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
• Eligibility for Minnesota licensure as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
• BLS Certification

Preferred:

• 1-2 years APP experience
• GI RN or APP experience

Department Information: Practice Setting and Scope

You will practice in both the outpatient and inpatient settings, with the majority of time spent in our outpatient Gastroenterology Clinic. In addition, Gastroenterology Providers rotate through the inpatient service at St. Cloud Hospital, allowing you to experience the complete circle of patient care, from chronic disease management in the clinic, to acute inpatient care, and back to outpatient optimization focused on keeping patients well and out of the hospital.

During hospital rotations, you will see new consultations and round on existing patients in partnership with the inpatient GI team.

Team‑Based, Integrated Care Model

Our care model is intentionally designed to support you and your patients:

• Dedicated care teams including RNs, LPNs, and specialty schedulers
• Access to a GI‑specific dietitian to support complex nutritional needs
• Ability to consult with integrative behavioral health therapists to optimize whole‑person care
• Strong care coordination and team management support, allowing you to focus on high‑value clinical work

Why Join Our Team:

We are committed to creating a best‑in‑class employee experience that supports both professional fulfillment and work‑life balance. Our practice model emphasizes flexibility, predictability, and meaningful variety across the full spectrum of GI care.

• A thoughtfully designed schedule that supports balance and predictability
• Meaningful exposure to both outpatient and inpatient Gastroenterology care
• Strong interdisciplinary collaboration and team support
• Opportunities to practice at the top of your license with appropriate autonomy
• A care model focused on continuity, optimization, and prevention

Our Location

CentraCare, a leading not‑for‑profit health system and one of the largest providers of rural care, serves patients across Central, West Central, and Southwestern Minnesota. It delivers nationally recognized care through 40+ medical and surgical specialties, innovative population health programs, and a collaborative physician–administration leadership model. St. Cloud Hospital, a 489‑bed regional referral center and Level II trauma center, delivers comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services with Magnet‑designated nursing and expert support staff. Just 60 minutes from Minneapolis‑St. Paul, the St. Cloud region is a family‑friendly mini‑metro featuring excellent schools and four colleges, vibrant arts and theatre, abundant lakes and outdoor recreation, and year‑round activities for all seasons.

About CentraCare

St. Cloud, Minnesota

CentraCare has made a commitment to diversity in its workforce. All individuals including, but not limited to, individuals with disabilities, are encouraged to apply. CentraCare is an EEO/AA employer.