Psychiatric Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Fergus Falls

Lake Region Healthcare / Lake Region Medical Group, P.A. is seeking a seeking a compassionate, skilled, and collaborative Psychiatric Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join our behavioral health team. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality, evidence-based psychiatric care to patients across the lifespan (or specified population, e.g., adult, child/adolescent, geriatric). As an APP, you will work autonomously and in collaboration with psychiatrists, therapists, primary care providers, and the broader care team to assess, diagnose, treat, and manage mental health and substance use disorders in a supportive, patient-centered environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, including history, mental status exams, and risk assessments. Diagnose and manage a wide range of psychiatric conditions such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, ADHD, and co-occurring substance use disorders. Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications, including monitoring for side effects, drug interactions, and therapeutic response. Provide psychotherapy (brief interventions, supportive therapy, or evidence-based modalities depending on training and scope). Order and interpret laboratory tests, imaging, and other diagnostics as needed. Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with patients and families. Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, case conferences, and care coordination. Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record (EHR) in compliance with regulatory standards. Provide patient and family education on mental health conditions, treatment options, and wellness strategies. Participate in quality improvement initiatives and stay current with best practices in psychiatry. Respond to psychiatric emergencies or crises as required by the practice setting. Serve as an inpatient psychiatric consultant as requested during business hours. No after hours or weekend on-call required. Full-time position in Fergus Falls, MN during clinic hours, Monday - Friday with options to incorporate virtual visits into schedule and for a condensed work week. Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing (for PMHNP) or Physician Assistant Studies from an accredited program. Current, unrestricted license as a Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC preferred) or Physician Assistant in Minnesota upon start. National board certification in Psychiatry (e.g., PMHNP-BC) or relevant specialty. DEA license with authority to prescribe controlled substances (Schedule II-V). BLS certification upon start.

PREFERRED

Experience in outpatient, inpatient, emergency, or telepsychiatry settings. Training in specific modalities such as CBT, DBT, or addiction medicine. Bilingual skills beneficial Comfort with electronic health records

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COMPENSATION/BENEFITS

Please note that final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications and internal equity considerations. Base compensation salary is guaranteed starting at $140,000.00/year for the first 2 years of employment, plus the opportunity to earn additional income based on production hours worked (wRVU's). Annual CME reimbursement allowance & paid professional dues and membership Sign-on bonus available; apply for additional details 401K Plan eligibility after 6 months of employment, and generous employer contribution Health, dental, long term and short-term disability insurance available; professional liability insurance covered 6 weeks of time off per calendar year for full-time employment

ABOUT OUR COMMUNITY

Fergus Falls is an area known for excellent private and public school systems community college, local wineries & breweries, low cost of living, nearby zoos, big box retail (Home Depot, Applebee's, Caribou Coffee, Walmart, and more), movie theater, bowling alley, event center, nearby resorts & casinos, health spas, YMCA, fishing, cross country skiing, kayaking, hiking, fishing, & biking. 8-golf courses within a 30-mile radius of city Number 1 county in the United States with most lakes, with 1,100 lakes in Ottertail County Central lakes biking/walking trail begins in Fergus Falls and is a 55-mile paved trail that goes to central MN North Country Scenic Trail runs through the town (beginning in Vermont & runs through central ND) Within city limits, there are 5 lakes & 19 park & recreational areas Glendalough and Maplewood State Parks are both under 20 miles from Fergus Falls - these natural treasures now feature newly completed bike trails that wind through pristine wilderness and stunning lake views Easy access to Fargo, ND (1 hour drive); and Minneapolis/St. Paul, MN (2 ½ hour drive) both with international airport access Children's museum & indoor playground; newly constructed children's splash pad built in 2024, and new community aquatics center opened in June of 2025 Enjoy a safe, low crime community of 14,000 residents

LAKE REGION HEALTHCARE ENTERPRISE - A MISSION DRIVEN ORGANIZATION

We are a community-owned, non-profit healthcare system dedicated to serving the people of west-central Minnesota and eastern North Dakota. As a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, we combine the strength of a mid-sized rural network with a deep commitment to local governance and patient-centered care. Our health system operates with an annual revenue of $180 million and serves a primary population of 55,000 residents, with a secondary reach of more than 101,000. Here, you'll find the resources of a robust organization paired with the close-knit, collaborative spirit of rural healthcare—where your work truly makes a difference.

Our enterprise includes:

2 Hospitals 10 Clinic Locations 1 Cancer Care and Research Center 1 Senior Living Community 1,100 Employees 120 Physicians/Advanced Practice Providers Why practice with Lake Region Medical Group, P.A. & Lake Region Healthcare? Minnesota has been consistently rated one of the best states in the country to practice medicine. Lake Region Healthcare has been a top 100 rural & community healthcare system for the ninth consecutive year & has been listed on Newsweek's World's Best Hospital for several consecutive years. Our healthcare system is an independent system and locally owned and operated Our medical group is independent and operated by a provider-led board of directors For more information, please contact: Brittany Genereux, Physician Recruiter at: Bkgenereux@lrhc.org or Practicewithus@lrhc.org

Phone:

218-770-5407 (text capable)