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West River Health Services

Advanced Practice Provider | Emergency Department

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 6 days ago

Location: Hettinger, ND (Onsite)

Last Updated: 3 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/2/2026

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What they do

An Emergency Room Physician Assistant provides medical care to patients, under the supervision of a physician or surgeon. Works in emergency rooms or emergency departments, and is licensed to practice medicine but has less formal certification than a physician. Performs duties delegated by a physician such as recording patient medical histories, ordering diagnostic tests, or giving immunizations.

$120,015 / year median in North Dakota

+10% projected growth

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Job Description

West River Health Services is a mission-driven Critical Access Hospital and Rural Health Clinic serving southwestern North Dakota, guided by our core values of

Excellence, Innovation, Compassion, and Respec Job Summary:

Seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant for a salaried, 26-week-per-year position providing comprehensive care across all age groups in both the hospital and emergency room settings.

Key Responsibilities:

Patient Care:

Diagnose, treat, admit, and manage patients with complex conditions.

ER Duties:

Conduct consults, triage, and provide emergency care.

Collaboration:

Work closely with physicians, nurses, and care teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Diagnostics & Procedures:

Order and interpret tests; perform procedures as needed.

Quality & Compliance:

Engage in quality improvement initiatives and adhere to medical regulations.

Continuous Learning:

Stay current with medical advancements and participate in ongoing education. Graduate of an accredited NP or PA program. 1+ years of ER or inpatient experience (required). Board Certified in Family, Emergency, or Hospital Medicine.

Certifications:

ACLS, PALS, ATLS/CALS.

Licensed (or eligible) in North Dakota with DEA credentials. Strong independent decision-making, leadership, and adaptability skills. Comfortable with a block-based schedule. West River Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.