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KurzSolutions lists this Primary Care Physician opportunity in duluth, Minnesota. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Welcome to the Twin Ports - where Lake Superior meets adventure!
The Community - Duluth, MN / Superior, WI (Twin Ports)
The Twin Ports of Duluth, Minnesota, and Superior, Wisconsin, sit at the western tip of Lake Superior and form one of the most scenic metropolitan areas in the Upper Midwest. Duluth is renowned for its dramatic hillside neighborhoods overlooking the world's largest freshwater lake, the iconic Aerial Lift Bridge, and Canal Park - a vibrant waterfront district filled with shops, restaurants, and galleries. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy year-round recreation along the Superior Hiking Trail, Spirit Mountain ski area, and hundreds of miles of biking and snowmobile trails. The region is home to the University of Minnesota Duluth and the College of St. Scholastica. Duluth's thriving craft brewery scene, live music venues, and cultural institutions like the Duluth Art Institute and Great Lakes Aquarium make it a dynamic place to call home. The Twin Ports area has a population of approximately 130,000 and offers an affordable cost of living with a strong community feel.
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irport Information: Duluth International Airport
Duluth International Airport (DLH) is located approximately 6 miles northwest of downtown Duluth. The airport offers daily nonstop service to Minneapolis-St. Paul, Chicago, and other connecting hubs, providing convenient access to destinations across the country. The airport features modern amenities and serves as the primary air gateway for northeastern Minnesota and northwestern Wisconsin.
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bout the Facility - Minneapolis VA Health Care System / Twin Ports CBOC
The Twin Ports Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) is part of the Minneapolis VA Health Care System, serving veterans across northeastern Minnesota and northwestern Wisconsin. The clinic provides primary care and mental health services to veterans in the Duluth-Superior region, ensuring accessible healthcare close to home. The Minneapolis VA Health Care System is one of the largest in the VA network, offering comprehensive medical, surgical, and specialty care services to veterans throughout the Upper Midwest.
Primary Care Physician - RESPONSIBILITIES (listed are included but not limited to) The Primary Care Physician functions as an integral team member of the interdisciplinary medical team, providing care to both civilian and military patients at the VA Medical Center and affiliated clinics.
Conduct comprehensive medical assessments including history-taking, physical examinations, diagnosis, and initiation of treatment plans. Respond to and manage emergency situations, facilitating treatment and patient transfers when necessary.
Provide follow-up care for patients with ongoing medical issues, adjusting diagnostic testing and medication regimens as appropriate to improve patient outcomes.
Refer patients to appropriate VA specialists or other healthcare providers when specialized care is required.
The Primary Care Physician serves as a consultant in clinical practice, offering expert advice to colleagues and other medical professionals.
Collaborate with other healthcare disciplines to ensure continuity of care, participating actively in care coordination efforts.
Be available for after-hours communication to receive and address patient lab results via phone, when necessary.
Work cooperatively with a wide range of healthcare professionals, including VA Physicians, CRNAs, Advanced Practice Nurses (APNs), Nurse Practitioners (NPs), Physician Assistants (PAs), Registered Nurses (RNs), Anesthesia Technicians, and allied health staff to provide comprehensive health services.
The Primary Care Physician evaluates and treats approximately 10 patients per 8-hour shift, managing a variety of medical complexities including cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, pulmonary, orthopedic, and surgical cases.
Primary Care Physician - REQUIREMENTS Should be a graduate from an accredited School of Medicine with an MD degree.
Should be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine.
Must possess a current, full, and unrestricted license to practice medicine in any U.S. State, Territory, Commonwealth, or the District of Columbia.
Must hold a current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or an equivalent certification recognized by the American Heart Association.
KurzSolutions is committed to improving health outcomes by providing well-managed companies with the top healthcare talent in the market.
KurzSolutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.
Worksite address
duluth, MN, 55806, US
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