Family Practice - Without OB Physician

We are seeking a BoardCertified or Board Eligible Primary Care Physician specializing in InternalMedicine or Family Medicine to provide locum tenens coverage at a VeteransAffairs outpatient clinic in St. Cloud, Minnesota. This opportunity offers apredictable weekday schedule, a collaborative Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT)model, and the chance to provide high-quality, patient-centered care to ournation's Veterans.
Compensation: $140-$150
Position Highlights

• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
• No Weekends
• No Federal Holidays
• Up to 80 clinical hours per week, plus up to 5 additional hours weekly for approved administrative duties, training, and patient care activities
• Average 12 patients per day
• Appointment lengths typically range from 30-60 minutes

• Provide comprehensive outpatient primary care services in a team-based, patient-centered environment.
• Perform preventive care including annual wellness visits, health screenings, and immunizations.
• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat acute illnesses and minor injuries.
• Manage chronic medical conditions including hypertension, diabetes, hyperlipidemia, coronary artery disease, and other ongoing health concerns.
• Provide patient education on disease prevention, nutrition, weight management, and healthy lifestyle choices.
• Evaluate and manage a wide variety of conditions including:
• Acute and chronic medical conditions
• Upper respiratory illnesses
• Skin disorders
• Musculoskeletal conditions and joint pain
• Neurologic conditions
• Women's health concerns
• Geriatric care
• Behavioral health concerns
• Coordinate care with specialists and interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
• Initiate appropriate referrals, including specialty care and social work services when indicated.
• Prescribe medications in accordance with VA policies and evidence-based guidelines.
• Provide discharge instructions and coordinate follow-up care.
• Complete timely and accurate electronic medical documentation.

• 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
• Successful completion of an accredited Internal Medicine or Family Medicine residency
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification
• Active DEA registration
• National Provider Identifier (NPI)
• Clear Office of Inspector General (OIG) status
• Proof of medical liability insurance/indemnification