No salary listed — similar Physician Assistant roles pay ~$126k (median of 29 jobs)
5.1/10 work-life score · Above average in Surgery (PA) — ranked against 406 active roles in this specialty
APP - Physician Assistant | CV Surgery
About the Role
Cardiovascular surgery PA role with day shifts, 8-hour schedule. Fargo, ND.
Join Sanford Health as a Physician Assistant – CV Surgery, Day Shifts in Fargo, North Dakota. Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. Work Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America) Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Benefits & Compensation
- Health Insurance
- Dental
- Vision
- Retirement Plan
- CME Allowance
- Malpractice Coverage
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- Day shift only - no nights.
This position offers day shifts only. Work with Sanford Health in Fargo, North Dakota.
Key Responsibilities
The Physician Assistant evaluates, diagnoses, and manages patient health concerns while providing preventive services and coordinating care. Key duties include performing physical exams, ordering diagnostic tests, and maintaining thorough electronic medical records.
Requirements
Candidates must have completed an ARC-PA accredited Physician Assistant program and hold current NCCPA certification. Valid state licensure and a DEA permit to prescribe controlled substances are required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Overview
This APP - Physician Assistant | CV Surgery position at Sanford Health includes the following lifestyle factors: no night shifts. Candidates should review the full job details to assess overall work-life fit.
Surgery — Physician Assistant Career Context
In North Dakota, Physician Assistant listings on WeekdayDoc pay a median of ~$94k across 26 listings, vs ~$140k nationally (21,929 listings).
Physician Assistant pay on WeekdayDoc is down 2.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
North Dakota's cost-of-living index is 92.0 (US average = 100) — North Dakota ranks #1 of 50 for clinician purchasing power. 58.8% of North Dakota clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Position Insights
AI ANALYSISThis role scores 5.1/10 on work-life balance for Physician Assistant roles.
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