Working Title: Primary Care Physician - Minneapolis
Job Class: Medical Specialist 3
Agency: Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs
Job ID : 97016
Location : Minneapolis
Telework Eligible : No
Full/Part Time : Part-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 09/16/2026
Closing Date : 10/07/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Veterans Affairs Dept / Veterans Affairs-Excl Oth
Division/Unit : Department of Veterans Affairs / MVH Provider Practice Group
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift / 9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Days of Work : Varies - The incumbent will work three days per week.
Travel Required : Yes - Limited travel to outstate facilities as needed.
Salary Range: $97.68 - $146.58 / hourly
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 221 - Excluded All Others/Unrep
FLSA Status : Exempt - Professional
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
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.
It pays to consider a rewarding career with the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs! You may be eligible for a new hire bonus of $15,000! Earn a competitive wage, have affordable and comprehensive insurance benefits, a retirement plan, paid time off, and more!
The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs is looking for a part-time Primary Care Physician / Medical Specialist 3 to provide primary physician medical care to Veterans residing at the Minnesota Veterans Home in Minneapolis. Physicians perform CMS regulatory visits, new admission physical examinations and sub-acute clinical assessments during business hours. Physicians work in coordination with a full-time staff nurse practitioners and as a member of a multi-disciplinary team including Behavioral Therapist, Social Workers and Certified Nurse specialists. The incumbent for this position also will provide cross-coverage for another part-time primary care physician during the work week.
This position is designated as part-time and the incumbent will work three days per week with after-hours/weekend on-call responsibilities per a provider on-call calendar rotation (currently 4 weeks/year). Weekday work schedules are flexible, do not need to be contiguous and can vary weekly depending on the needs and availability of the incumbent.
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 if required because of business needs.
Responsibilities includes but are not limited to:
Provide primary care medical services to Veterans residing at an MVH facility 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, the MVH Chief Medical Officer or MVH-Minneapolis Medical Director regarding clinical initiatives that would support and benefit all Minnesota Veterans Homes.
Participate in provider services on-call rotation, as designated.
Potentially travel between MDVA nursing homes as determined by business needs.
Please see a message from Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs Commissioner, Brad Lindsay. Select Link (https://youtu.be/uLsQU1FT0hs)
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.
Minimum Qualifications
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.
