Physician Assistant Jobs in Minnesota
Physician assistant jobs in Minnesota are consistently in demand, with a strong concentration in primary care, urgent care, orthopedics, and hospital medicine across one of the Midwest's most active healthcare markets. Most hiring is centered in the Twin Cities metro, with Rochester and Duluth also generating steady openings from large anchor systems like Mayo Clinic, M Health Fairview, and Allina Health. Opportunities range from new-graduate rotational programs to experienced specialist roles, with orthopedics, emergency medicine, and cardiology among the most sought-after specialties. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Primarily days with rotating weekends and holidays (United States of America)Position Highlights
Certified Nurse Practitioner
Required Education/License/Certification or Work Experience:
- Certified Nurse Practitioner (CNP) - Board of Nursing Must be licensed and qualified to practice in the state based off job assignment. Upon Hire and
- Federal Drug Enforcement Admin - US Department of Justice Drug Enforcement Admin State and federal based on state of practice Upon Hire and
- Registered Nurse (RN) - Board of Nursing An active license in the state of practice Upon Hire
Pay Range: $121,492-$156,997 per year
You Belong at Avera
Be part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.
A Brief Overview
Provides appropriate medical care to all patients by assessing physical, psychological and social dimensions of patients to develop a plan of care.
What you will do
- Assesses, diagnoses, and treats patients according to medical staff approved protocol and acceptable standards of practice.
- Provides medical services and health education to patients and family members. Effectively contributes to the health education of individuals and groups and applies appropriate methods designed to increase each person’s motivation to assume responsibility for their own health care.
- Consults and collaborates with physician as assessing, diagnosing and treating patients.
- Performs necessary diagnostic and therapeutic procedures according to written, approved protocols and appropriate licensing and administrative authorities.
- Interprets information gathered during the diagnostic process and consults with the physician as appropriate regarding abnormal health assessment findings to establish appropriate plan of care.
- Assures that appropriate referrals are made for patients.
- Provides quality care for patient, demonstrates appropriate health, safety, and aseptic practices. Recognizes and reacts appropriately to environmental safety factors related to patient care. Effectively provides patient instruction related to environment of care and safety standards.
- Effectively contributes to the development and attainment of physician practice goals.
- Practices according to written, approved protocols and appropriate licensing and administrative authorities. Understands, applies, and supports practice policies, procedures, goals and standards.
- Maintains patient records and accurate information.
Essential Qualifications
The individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.
Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:
- Certified Physician Assistant - National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) Upon Hire and
- Federal Drug Enforcement Admin - US Department of Justice Drug Enforcement Admin State and federal based on state practice Upon Hire and
- Physician Assistant - Licensing Board Must be licensed and qualified to practice in the state based on job assignment Upon Hire
Expectations and Standards
- Commitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.
- Promote Avera’s values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.
- Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.
- Maintain confidentiality.
- Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.
- Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.
Benefits You Need & Then Some
Avera is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying part-time and full-time employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives. Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and into the future.
PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.
Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement
Career development guided by hands-on training and mentorship
Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-605-504-4444 or send an email to talent@avera.org.
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Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Insurance
- Technology & Software
What Minnesota Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in physician assistant jobs across Minnesota.
- Active Minnesota physician assistant license issued by the Minnesota Board of Medical Practice
- Graduation from an ARC-PA accredited physician assistant program
- National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants certification (NCCPA)
- DEA registration or eligibility for controlled substance prescribing in Minnesota
- Experience or clinical rotations in a relevant specialty such as orthopedics or urgent care
- Current BLS certification and ACLS certification preferred for hospital-based positions
Physician Assistant Jobs in Minnesota: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a physician assistant in Minnesota?
To work as a physician assistant in Minnesota, you must hold a license issued by the Minnesota Board of Medical Practice. Licensure requires graduation from an ARC-PA accredited master's-level program and a passing score on the NCCPA certifying exam (PANCE). After submitting your application, verified transcripts, and exam results to the Board, you receive your license before seeing patients independently.
How much do physician assistants make in Minnesota?
Physician assistants in Minnesota earn a median of about $141,190 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $112,390 for the lowest 10% to over $183,320 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire physician assistants in Minnesota?
Employers hiring physician assistants in Minnesota right now include Medcor, Fairview Health Services, and University of Minnesota Physicians, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Minnesota's dominant integrated health systems, anchored by Mayo Clinic and M Health Fairview, account for a large share of total openings across inpatient, outpatient, and specialty settings.
Which Minnesota cities have the most physician assistant jobs?
The cities with the most physician assistant openings in Minnesota are Minneapolis, Rochester, and Saint Paul. The Twin Cities metro drives the bulk of demand through its dense concentration of hospital systems, multispecialty clinics, and large health networks, while Rochester's market is shaped by the global draw and scale of Mayo Clinic's integrated campuses and research facilities.
Are there remote physician assistant jobs in Minnesota?
Yes, but they're rare. Physician assistant work is fundamentally hands-on and requires direct patient contact, so fully remote positions are uncommon. About 18% of physician assistant openings tied to Minnesota are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those tend to cover telehealth consultation roles or care coordination functions that don't require an exam room.
How can I get hired as a physician assistant in Minnesota with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a postgraduate PA residency or fellowship, and Minnesota has strong options: Mayo Clinic runs competitive PA residency programs in hospital medicine and surgery, while M Health Fairview and Allina Health periodically post new-graduate positions in primary care and urgent care that specify zero to one year of experience. Coming in from a related clinical role such as emergency medical technician, medical assistant, or registered nurse also opens doors, and holding an active Minnesota PA license before you apply puts your application ahead of out-of-state candidates still waiting on reciprocity.
Where can I find and apply to physician assistant jobs in Minnesota?
You can find and apply to physician assistant jobs in Minnesota on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the state. Search the roles that match your specialty and experience level, then apply directly to whichever ones fit your background.
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