Locums Primary Care Physician (Family Practice) — St. Cloud, MN (VA Outpatient Clinic)

Join a Veteran-focused outpatient team in St. Cloud, Minnesota, providing primary care under the Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT) model. This locum tenens role supports high-quality, patient-centered care with a predictable weekday schedule and strong interdisciplinary collaboration.

Compensation: $140–$150 per hour

Schedule and Workload

• Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
• No weekends or federal holidays
• Up to 80 clinical hours per week plus up to 5 hours weekly for approved administrative duties, training, and related activities
• Average caseload: ~12 patients per day
• Typical appointment length: 30–60 minutes

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive outpatient primary care in a team-based setting
• Provide preventive services: annual wellness visits, screenings, and immunizations
• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat acute illnesses and minor injuries
• Manage chronic conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, hyperlipidemia, and coronary artery disease
• Offer patient education on disease prevention, nutrition, weight management, and healthy lifestyles
• Evaluate and manage a broad range of conditions, including respiratory, dermatologic, musculoskeletal, neurologic, women’s health, geriatric, and behavioral health concerns
• Coordinate care with specialists and interdisciplinary teams; initiate referrals (specialty care, social work) as needed
• Prescribe per VA policies and evidence-based guidelines
• Provide discharge instructions, arrange follow-up care, and complete timely, accurate electronic medical documentation

Qualifications

• MD or DO
• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine
• Current, unrestricted medical license in any U.S. state or territory
• Completion of an accredited Internal Medicine or Family Medicine residency
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification
• Active DEA registration and NPI
• Clear Office of Inspector General (OIG) status
• Proof of medical liability insurance/indemnification

This position is ideal for clinicians committed to Veteran care who value predictable hours, collaborative teams, and meaningful patient relationships.