Urologist for Central MN - 4-day work week - opened a new hospital in March 2023

Astera Health is seeking a BC/BE Urologist in Wadena, MN. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic and enjoy working in a collaborative environment. Entrepreneurial spirit for program development.

Overview:

• Practice location: We serve Wadena and the surrounding communities. We opened a new hospital in March 2023, that includes 3 surgery suites/1 Endo Room with space available for a 4^th surgery suite and 2^nd Endo Room.
• Practice setting: Hospital and Clinic setting. We are planning for a DaVinci in 2025. EMR is Epic. Planning a full, service Cancer Center to be opened in 2025.
• Colleagues: Orthopedic surgeon and his team of APPs, general surgeon, OB/GYN, Outreach Urologists, a team of Family Practice Providers and APPs.
• Volumes of current providers: Currently we have been utilizing 3 Urologists (via visiting outreach specialist/8-10 days per month).
• Support staff: 1 surgical PA, with extensive Urological experience, 4 full-time CRNAs, a dedicated nurse in clinic, 8 circulating RNs, 6 Certified Surgical Technicians.
• Schedule: 4-day work week.
• Call schedule: No scheduled call but available for patient follow-up and consultation.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Base Salary:
  • $ TBD on experience
  • No bonus structure
  • Competitive Salary

• Guarantee Length: 3 years
• Potential Recruitment Incentives:
  • Starting Bonus
  • Retention Bonus
  • Relocation Expenses
  • Student Loan Assistance
• PTO
• CME Allowance: 5K
• CME Time Off: 1 week
• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
• Health/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance/Retirement

Astera Health is a private, not-for-profit healthcare corporation committed to providing personalized services that improve the health of the communities we serve. An 11-member volunteer governing board presides over the hospital, which is accredited by the Joint Commission and certified by the Minnesota Department of Health as a HealthCare Home.

Wadena and the surrounding communities have supported AH in many ways since 1925, and they are the reason for our success and strength in operations.

Located in the heart of Minnesota, Wadena is a charming town nicely located a short drive from countless lakes, beautiful parks and great hunting. Wadena is a perfect, little, close-knit community that is a great place to visit and a safe place to raise a family, start a business or retire. 

Plus, we are within a short driving distance from

• 90 miles from Fargo
• 90 miles from St. Cloud
• 150 miles from Minneapolis

At the end of the day, treat yourself to a meal at any one of our great restaurants, catch a movie at the historic Cozy Theater in downtown Wadena or participate in one of the many activities the city has to offer.

Wadena is a great place to visit and a wonderful place to live! Wadena has something for everyone that will both relax and rejuvenate you, any time of the year.