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Orthopedics - Spine Physician Assistant

WhiteCoat Locums, Crookston, MN, United States

Duration: Full Time


Facility in Crookston, MN seeking Spine Surgery PA-c locums coverage Rates: $120/hr Opportunity Highlights
    • Schedule: Full-Time, Monday Thursday (occasional Friday as needed).
    • Hours: Consistent 8 9 hours per day.
    • NO CALL: No weekends, no nights, and no holiday coverage.
    • Setting: Split responsibilities between the Operating Room (OR) and Outpatient Clinic.
    • Duration: Initially posted as an 8-week need, but this is an ongoing position until a full-time hire is secured.
  • Important Note: The client WILL NOT consider 2 week on/2 week off rotations due to the continuous nature of spine care involved .
Position Overview & Duties The APP will support two incoming orthopedic surgeons (one spine specialist) and will split time between:
  • OR Coverage (1 2 days/week): Assisting with surgical procedures, primarily minimally invasive spine cases. Some total joint support and potential exposure to scoliosis cases.
  • Clinic Coverage: Managing a panel of patients for general musculoskeletal, spine, and occasional total joint support.
The APP will work within a highly coordinated surgical team, including a Spine Navigator RN and OR surgical techs. Ideal Candidate Profile
  • Credential: FNP or Physician Assistant (PA).
  • Experience: Strong experience in Orthopedics and/or Spine surgery is essential.
  • Proficiency: Must be comfortable and experienced in both OR and Clinic settings, especially with minimally invasive spine procedures.
  • Schedule Preference: Values a steady, no-call schedule.
Credentialing & Licensing
  • Licensure: Active Minnesota (MN) license is preferred, but candidates eligible for MN licensure will be considered.
  • Start Date: Seeking coverage starting Late December or Early January.
  • Process: Standard verification and vetting required before a Zoom/Teams call. Facility may support credentialing via proxy.
About WhiteCoat Locums: - Physician owned and led agency - Highest-Pay rates on the market - $1m/3m malpractice insurance and tail - 100% transparency