Physician Assistant, Emergency Department

Physician AssistantFull-Time

Listed compensation

$140k-$149k

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Job Description

RHSC in St. Paul, MN is looking for exceptional, patient focused Physician Assistant to join our Emergency Department team and make a difference for our patients and our community. Not considering new grads at this time. Emergency Medicine Experience Preferred.

This position is responsible for providing direct patient care in the Emergency Department, including patient evaluation, diagnosis, ordering and interpretation of diagnostic studies (including advanced imaging), performance of procedures within scope, development of treatment plans, and collaboration with Emergency Medicine physicians and the healthcare team. Performs other duties as assigned.

WORK SCHEDULE: 0.8 FTE- Typical Emergency Department Schedule. Blend of Day/Swing/Night Shifts

Minimum Qualifications

Education, Experience or Equivalent Combination

  • Completion of a physician assistant program accredited by the Accreditation Review on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA)

Licensure/ Registration/ Certification

  • Physician Assistant Certification through National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
  • Current Minnesota license
  • Able to obtain Wisconsin licensure upon hire.
  • ACLS/BLS/ATLS

Preferred Qualifications

Education, Experience or Equivalent Combination

  • EMERGENCY MEDICINE EXPERIENCE PREFERRED

Licensure/ Registration/ Certification

  • PALS recommended

Pay Range Statement

Compensation is based on the level and requirements of the role. Pay within our ranges may also be determined by education, experience, knowledge, skills, location, and abilities as well as internal equity.

Benefits

HealthPartners benefit offerings (for 0.50 FTE or greater) include medical insurance, dental insurance, 401k with company contribution and match, paid time off, life insurance, AD&D insurance, disability insurance, malpractice insurance for work done on behalf of HealthPartners as well as a CEU reimbursement account.

Our clinician well-being program provides a wealth of information, tools, and resources tailored to meet the unique needs of our health care professionals, including physicians, advanced practice clinicians (APCs) and dentists.

HealthPartners is a qualified non-profit employer under the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. In addition to a competitive wage, Advance Practice Clinicians have the opportunity to earn additional compensation based upon their wRVU production.

At HealthPartners we believe in the power of good – good deeds and good people working together. As part of our team, you’ll find an inclusive environment that encourages new ways of thinking, celebrates differences, and recognizes hard work.

We’re a nonprofit, integrated health care organization, providing health insurance in six states and high-quality care at more than 90 locations, including hospitals and clinics in Minnesota and Wisconsin. We bring together research and education through HealthPartners Institute, training medical professionals across the region and conducting innovative research that improve lives around the world.

At HealthPartners, everyone is welcome, included and valued. We’re working together to increase diversity and inclusion in our workplace, advance health equity in care and coverage, and partner with the community as advocates for change.

Benefits Designed to Support Your Total Health

As a HealthPartners colleague, we’re committed to nurturing your diverse talents, valuing your dedication, and supporting your work-life balance. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to support every aspect of your life, including health, time off, retirement planning, and continuous learning opportunities. Our goal is to help you thrive physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially, so you can continue delivering exceptional care.

Join us in our mission to improve the health and well-being of our patients, members, and communities.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identify, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Key Responsibilities

The Physician Assistant will provide direct patient care in the Emergency Department, including diagnosis, treatment planning, and performing procedures. They will collaborate closely with Emergency Medicine physicians and the broader healthcare team to ensure high-quality patient outcomes.

Requirements

Candidates must have completed an ARC-PA accredited physician assistant program and hold current NCCPA certification and Minnesota licensure. Previous emergency medicine experience is preferred, and the ability to obtain Wisconsin licensure is required.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Diagnostic studies interpretationMedical procedures

Emergency Medicine — Physician Assistant Career Context

Of the 50 active Emergency Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 80% have no call, 64% require no weekends.

For production-based offers, this specialty runs a typical 5,000 wRVUs per year (derived from CMS CPT-frequency data), and WeekdayDoc listings compensate a median of about $50 per wRVU — implying roughly $250k in production-based pay. For reference, the 2026 CMS Medicare conversion factor is $33.40 per RVU.

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Loan repayment
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Work-life snapshot

median 1.5this job 1.5
Better work-life than 50% of Emergency Medicine (PA) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 117 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in St. Paul

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$299k≈ 2.1× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,488/mo≈ 13% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
21 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
104.8
State income tax
Up to 9.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Capitol View Transitional Care Center

Hospitals and Health Care
Saint Paul, Minnesota
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
401k with company contribution and match
Paid time off
Life insurance
AD&D insurance
Disability insurance
Malpractice insurance