EM APP

Job Summary and Responsibilities

Williston, ND: Where Your Emergency Medicine Expertise Makes a Critical Difference, and Life is an Adventure.

Are you an Emergency Medicine APP (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) who thrives on critical care, values autonomy, and is looking for a place where your skills are truly indispensable? Are you also searching for a life that offers genuine community, financial prosperity, and boundless outdoor adventure? Then look no further than Williston, North Dakota , where a uniquely rewarding future awaits.

Imagine this:

Your Practice, Your Impact:

In Williston, you are not just a contributor; you are a frontline hero in our dynamic emergency department. As a vital Emergency Medicine APP, you'll be at the heart of our community's urgent care needs, providing immediate, high-stakes care in a fast-paced environment where every decision counts. Your expertise will directly impact lives every single shift.

CHI St. Alexius Health Williston is recruiting for an Emergency Medicine APP to join their team.

Essential Areas of Responsibility

• Provide care to patients of all ages - children to geriatrics

• Emergency Room consults, triage and medical care

• Round, admit and manage health needs of patients with a significant range of complex and co-morbid disease conditions

• Manages all inpatient care and provides prompt attention to all patients admitted to the hospital, including diagnosis, treatment, and the performance of medical procedures (within your scope of practice)

• Collaborate and coordinate patient care with physicians, nursing, health care personnel, and care team members for patients in the hospital and ER

• Employing quality and process improvement practices to make the hospital a safer place and improve patient outcomes

• Three 12 hour shifts per week

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer

We offer a robust compensation packages which includes:

• A generous base salary $136,677-$151,065

• Quality incentives

• Paid relocation up to $7,500

• CME allowance

• An excellent benefit package*– comprised of matching 403b, medical, dental and vision insurance, paid professional liability insurance, and much more

Responsibilities

• Patient Care: Diagnose and treat medical conditions; develop and implement comprehensive treatment plans.

• Communication: Effectively communicate with patients, families, and healthcare teams; foster a collaborative approach.

• Documentation: Maintain accurate patient records and ensure compliance with coding and billing regulations.

• Team Collaboration: Work with healthcare professionals and participate in interdisciplinary meetings.

• Quality Improvement: Engage in quality assurance initiatives and analyze clinical outcomes for improvement.

• Compliance: Adhere to ethical standards and stay informed about healthcare regulations.

• Continuous Learning: Stay updated on medical advancements and participate in ongoing education and training.

Picture yourself:

• Serving as a care provider in emergent situations , assessing, diagnosing, and treating a diverse range of conditions from acute injuries to complex medical emergencies.

• Operating with a high degree of autonomy and responsibility , backed by a supportive team of physicians and nurses who value your judgment and skills.

• Honing your critical thinking and procedural skills in a busy ER environment that presents a wide variety of cases, ensuring continuous professional growth.

• Building strong professional relationships with emergency physicians, hospital staff, and first responders, fostering a cohesive and efficient care team.

• Making a direct and undeniable difference in a community that relies heavily on its local emergency services. You'll be a recognized and respected figure.

• Benefiting from robust compensation and benefits packages that reflect the demand for top-tier Emergency Medicine APPs in our growing region. Your critical skills are highly valued and rewarded here.

Your Life, Reimagined:

Williston isn't just a place to practice high-impact medicine; it's a place to build a unique, prosperous, and adventurous life. Leave behind the chaos of urban congestion, the exorbitant cost of living, and the feeling of being just one of many. Here, you'll discover a quality of life defined by opportunity, wide-open spaces, and genuine community connections.

Envision your days:

• Coming home to a community booming with opportunity and incredibly affordable living , where your significant earnings allow for serious wealth-building. Think a spacious new home, a boat for the lake, or simply a remarkable financial cushion – your dollar goes further in Williston.

• Embracing the spirit of the American West. When your shift ends, the wilderness beckons. Within minutes, you can be hunting big game, reeling in trophy fish from the Missouri River or vast surrounding lakes, hitting the links at quality golf courses, or exploring the breathtaking, rugged beauty of the nearby Badlands and Theodore Roosevelt National Park. Every weekend offers a new frontier.

• Raising your family in a place where community still thrives. Williston boasts excellent schools, safe neighborhoods, and a wide array of youth sports and activities. Your children will grow up experiencing the freedom of open spaces, the warmth of a close-knit, supportive environment, and genuine connections.

• Becoming an active and recognized member of a resilient community. Participate in local events, support thriving small businesses, and experience the camaraderie of a town that works hard and plays hard together. Your contributions, both professional and personal, will be noticed and deeply appreciated.

• Reclaiming your time and reducing your stress. The streamlined professional environment means less administrative burden and more focus on patient care. Your commute will be measured in minutes, not hours, leaving ample time for personal pursuits and quality moments with loved ones.

• Building a legacy. In Williston, you're not just filling a role; you're helping to build and sustain a critical piece of the community's infrastructure, leaving a lasting mark on the health and well-being of a vital and rapidly developing region.

Williston is more than a location; it's an opportunity. An opportunity for unparalleled clinical experience, exceptional financial growth, and a life imbued with adventure and genuine community. We understand the specialized, life-saving expertise you bring as an Emergency Medicine APP, and we are ready to offer you a supportive environment where your skills are revered, and your financial and personal well-being are prioritized.

Don't just practice medicine; be a frontline hero, then embark on an adventure. Don't just work; build a remarkable life. Join our community in Williston, North Dakota, and discover the rewarding life and career you’ve always envisioned. We invite you to explore this exceptional opportunity and see for yourself why Williston is not just a place to settle, but a place to truly thrive and explore.

Are you ready to write your next chapter in Williston? Contact us today to learn more about this unparalleled opportunity.

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Job Requirements

• Will have graduated from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Masters or Doctorate program

• Will have the qualification to successfully obtain an unrestricted North Dakota practice license and DEA

Where You'll Work

The City of Williston

Situated at the confluence of the Yellowstone and Missouri Rivers, Williston, North Dakota, covers 23 square miles and is the county seat of Williams County. Located just 60 miles from the Canadian border and 18 miles from the Montana border, Williston is commonly referred to as the “Western Star” and takes pride in its western heritage. The City is recognized as a regional center for business, leisure, and economic development. Residents and visitors alike enjoy convenient access to extraordinary historic sites, world-class hunting and fishing, and beautiful national and state parks.

Due to its proximity to the Yellowstone and Missouri, the Williston area has been a booming commerce center for centuries, earning the nickname “Boomtown” early on in its history. It was a gathering place for the earliest inhabitants of the plains and a rendezvous point for fur traders and explorers. It has drawn together generations of agricultural producers. Today, with the Bakken oil formation, Williston is home to hardworking residents making North Dakota the nation’s second largest oil-producing state.

While population growth in the area has started to normalize, the City of Williston ( experienced explosive growth over the past several years due to increased activity in the oil and gas industry. The City has grown 210% in size since 2010, jumping from a population of 12,120 to 29,160 as of the 2020 Census. This prosperous community has managed its incredible growth issues with great success, and is the sixth most populous city in North Dakota.

Williston’s economy is built on oil, agriculture, and tourism. It is home to over 200 oil service companies. Several of the top ten oil service companies in the world have operations in Williston.

CHI St. Alexius Health Williston now part of CommonSpirit Health formed between Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health has been proudly serving our community since 1920. CHI St. Alexius Health Williston proudly provides primary care specialty care family medicine 3D mammography orthopedics neurology and several other health services to our Williston community.

Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) is a member of CommonSpirit Health™, a nonprofit, Catholic health system committed to building healthier communities, advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable, and innovating how and where healing can happen—both inside our hospitals and out in the community.

CommonSpirit was created by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives and Dignity Health as a single ministry in early 2019. With a large geographic footprint representing diverse populations across the U.S. and a mission to serve the most vulnerable, CommonSpirit is a leader in advancing the shift from sick care to well care, and advocating for social justice.

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Pay Range

$136,677 - $151,065 /year

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.