Trauma Advanced Practice Provider - PA OR NP

Allina Health; Coon Rapids (MN); On-site; USD 147,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental

PTO/Time Away

Retirement Savings Plans

Job summary

Allina Health is recruiting for a 1.0 FTE NP/PA in Trauma and General Surgery. The role involves mostly surgical work including OR, rounding, and ACS, with day/evening/night shifts and 10-hour schedules. Location: Mercy/Unity hospitals in Minnesota. Occasional weekend coverage and no outpatient clinic.

The successful candidate holds a Master's degree from an accredited PA/NP program and MN licensure eligibility; ACLS/BLS and ATLS are required on hire.

Qualifications

• Master's degree - Completion of accredited Physician Assistant program.
• 3 years experience in trauma care preferred; candidates with new grads may be considered if trauma knowledge demonstrated.
• Licensed Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner in MN, or eligible for MN Board of Medical Practice licensure.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical care for patients as part of a Physician/Physician Assistant team in acute and inpatient settings.
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments, determine diagnosis, and plan treatments.
• Order and interpret diagnostics in collaboration with attending physician; prescribe medications and therapies.
• Educate patients and coordinate care with multidisciplinary teams.

Job description

Location Address:

4050 Coon Rapids Blvd NWCoon Rapids, MN 55433-2522

Date Posted:

September 25, 2026

Department:

62835615 General Surgery North

Shift:

Day/Evening/Night (United States of America)

Shift Length:

10 hour shift

Hours Per Week:

40

Union Contract:

Non-Union-NCT

Weekend Rotation:

Occasional

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 NP/PA Trauma and General Surgery
• Locations: Mercy/Unity hospitals
• 10-hour shifts day/evening/night (group rotates coverage of various shifts)
• Occasional weekends
• Mostly surgical work; no clinic
• General Surgery work includes OR, patient rounding, elective & ACS

Job Description:

Provides help with all aspects of patient care, including diagnosis, treatments and consultations as part of a Physician/Physician Assistant 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 Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner scope of practice, diagnosis or treatment plan is unclear.

Required Qualifications

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

Preferred Qualifications

• 3 years experience. Consideration will be given to lesser experienced applicants and new grads if prior knowledge of trauma care is demonstrated

Licenses/Certifications

• Licensed Physician Assistant - MN Board of Medical Practice or Licensed Nurse Practitioner - MN Board of Medical Practice required upon hire
• ACLS-BLS Tier 2 - Multisource required within 180 Days
• Certification as Physician Assistant - NCCPA (National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants) or equivalent Nurse Practitioner certification required upon hire
• Drug Enforcement Administration required upon hire
• ATLS - Advanced Trauma Life Support from American College of Surgeons required upon hire

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: $147,243 to $169,998 per yearThe 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.