Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics

**Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) – Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics**
**Location: Fergus Falls, MN**

• Work closely with a board-certified Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon and experienced APP team in a collaborative practice environment.
• Role focuses on outpatient clinic management, aesthetic and reconstructive care, minor procedures, and pre- and post-operative patient care.
• Provide high-quality care in cosmetic, reconstructive, and aesthetic services within a supportive rural healthcare setting.
Key Responsibilities
• Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations, including medical history, physical examinations, and assessment of plastic surgery and aesthetic concerns.
• Diagnose and manage dermatologic and plastic surgery-related conditions, including skin care, wound care, and post-surgical follow-up.
• Perform or assist with in-office procedures, including:
o Botox and dermal filler injections
o Laser treatments
o Minor excisions and biopsies
o Suture removal
o Wound care and other aesthetic or reconstructive interventions
• Serve as first assist in the operating room for select surgical procedures (based on credentialing and qualifications).
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with supervising physicians.
• Provide patient education on skincare, treatment plans, surgical expectations, and post-procedure care.
• Manage pre-operative and post-operative care, including ordering labs or imaging, prescribing medications, and coordinating referrals.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, team meetings, and continuing education.
• Promote a positive patient experience in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.
Qualifications
• Master’s degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
• Current Minnesota licensure as an NP (with prescriptive authority) or PA, or eligibility to obtain.
• Certification by ANCC or AANP (NP) or NCCPA (PA) required.
• BLS certification required; ACLS preferred.
• Experience in plastic surgery or dermatology settings preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a patient-centered approach.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to rural healthcare and serving diverse patient populations.
EMR System
• EPIC
Compensation & Benefits
• Competitive compensation package with a generous sign-on bonus (details available upon application).
• Relocation assistance available.
• Annual CME reimbursement allowance and paid professional dues and memberships.
• 401(k) eligibility after 6 months with generous employer contribution.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Professional liability insurance coverage provided.
• 6 weeks of paid time off annually for full-time employment.
About Fergus Falls, Minnesota
• Fergus Falls offers a safe, welcoming community of approximately 14,000 residents with a low cost of living and low crime rate.
• The area is known for excellent public and private schools, a community college, and strong local amenities including wineries, breweries, shopping centers, restaurants, and entertainment venues.
• Outdoor recreation is abundant, with activities such as fishing, kayaking, hiking, biking, cross-country skiing, and golfing.
• The region is located in Otter Tail County, home to more than 1,100 lakes, the highest concentration of lakes in the United States.
• Community highlights include 5 lakes and 19 parks within city limits, a children’s museum and indoor playground, a new splash pad (2024), and a community aquatics center opened in 2025.
• Nearby natural attractions include Glendalough and Maplewood State Parks, both within 20 miles and offering scenic trails and outdoor adventures.
• 8 golf courses within a 30-mile radius and a 55-mile paved Central Lakes Trail beginning in Fergus Falls.
• Convenient access to larger cities:
o Fargo, North Dakota – approximately 1 hour away (international airport access)
o Minneapolis–Saint Paul – approximately 2.5 hours away (international airport access).