Working Title: Primary Care Physician
Job Class: Medical Specialist 3
Agency: Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs
Job ID : 93636
Location : Minneapolis or Hastings (The incumbent will be primarily based at one of the Minnesota Veterans Domiciliary Homes (Minneapolis or Hastings), as agreed upon by the agency and incumbent. Travel to the alternate location (Minneapolis or Hastings) may be required depending on the primary work location.)
Telework Eligible : No
Full/Part Time : Intermittent
Regular/Temporary : Limited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 04/18/2026
Closing Date : 04/27/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Veterans Affairs Dept / Veterans Affairs-Excl Oth
Division/Unit : Veterans Healthcare Central Office / MVH Provider Practice Group
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Varies (Theincumbent may work up to two (2) daysper week or more depending on business needs.)
Travel Required : Yes/10% (Limited travel to outstate facilities as needed)
Salary Range: $96.00 - $144.06 / hourly
Classified Status : Unclassified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 221 - Excluded All Others/Unrep
End Date : approx. two (2) years
FLSA Status : Exempt - Professional
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : No
The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs is looking for an intermittent Primary Care Physician / Medical Specialist 3 to provide primary physician medical care to Veterans residing at the Minnesota Veterans Domiciliary Homes in Minneapolis and Hastings. Veterans residing in the Minnesota Veterans Domiciliary Homes are ambulatory and must be independent in functioning to remain in the facility. Specialty care services are provided through collaboration with the Veterans Affairs Medical Center-Minneapolis (VAMC-Minneapolis). Physicians work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team including Behavioral Therapist, Social Workers and Certified Nurse specialists.
This is an intermittent position. An intermittent employee works an irregular and uncertain schedule as the needs of the agency require. Intermittent employees must be available to work all three shifts and some weekends. The incumbent may work up to two (2) days per week or more depending on business needs. A weekday work schedules is preferred but weekend and/or evening schedule can be arranged.
This is a salaried position and is NOT tied to revenue billing or productivity requirements. State vehicles are available for official travel to and from Minnesota Veteran Home facilities.
Responsibilities includes but are not limited to:
Provide primary care medical services to MVH residents following all state and federal regulatory requirements.
Provide medical services through Minnesota Veterans Homes Medical Clinic Group Practice to ensure that medical coverage for the MVH is complete and timely following the CMS, State of Minnesota, and Veterans Affairs regulations for nursing home care.
Collaborate with the Healthcare Division senior leadership team regarding clinical initiatives that would support and benefit all Minnesota Veterans Homes.
Travel between state nursing homes as needed.
Please see a message from Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs Commissioner, Brad Lindsay. Select Link (https://youtu.be/uLsQU1FT0hs)
Minimum Qualifications
To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume/application clearly describes your experience in the areas listed below, and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held. Only applicants whose resumes clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position.
Board certification or eligibility by the American Board of Family Practice or Internal Medicine.
An active, unrestricted Minnesota licensure as a Medical Doctor.
The ability to be credentialed at the Federal Veterans Administration at time of hire or within probationary period.
An active up to date Basic Life Support (BLS) provider qualification.
Preferred Qualifications
One year of geriatric care experience.
Additional Requirements
This position requires successful completion of the following:
Employment reference checks will be conducted on finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance and contact with the applicant's former employer(s).
A Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) background check may be conducted on the top finalist(s) for the position(s).When conducted, a finalist must pass the DHS background check.
A Tuberculosis (Mantoux) screening (or chest x-ray) is required prior to employment.
Finalist may be required to pass a driver's license check.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.
