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The Behavioral Health CNP is a key member of the Outpatient and Specialty Clinics team and will provide high-quality, compassionate, and ethical outpatient and urgent mental health services. The duties, role and responsibilities will be to provide psychiatric diagnostic assessments, evaluate need for medications, medication management, and to make urgent assessments of persons in crisis. This position will be integrated with the Walk-In Mental Health Clinic and will also maintain an outpatient schedule. 

Duties include:

• Perform diagnostic assessments, develop and implement treatment plans, and coordinate care from intake through discharge of care for a variety of clients and diagnosis.
• Develops, manages and carries out Plans of Care to promote health and wellness for patients and families.
• Consistently acquires and maintains current practical knowledge by attending educational opportunities, in order to apply best practices and advance patient care.
• In cooperation with Windom Area Health’s Marketing and Business Development team, enhance the marketability of services and promote the use of such services among the local medical community.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES AND EXPECTATIONS

Complies with all WAH policy and procedures including safety standards at all times to promote a patient-centered environment. Upholds WAH values including integrity, stewardship, courage, teamwork and excellence. Keeps customer service a priority in all work environments. Performs other professionally relevant duties as assigned.  

Education/Experience:

Master’s or Doctorate degree in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing and an active State of MN license. Must meet Mental Health Professional Qualifications per state of MN. Candidates with at least 1 year of experience post masters/doctorate degree are strongly preferred. Experience and competence in treating pediatric and adolescent patients is preferred.

REQUIRED CREDENTIALS (License, certification, registration):

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) licensure in the state of Minnesota, with Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) certification or equivalent. 

EMPLOYMENT VARIABLES:

Typical daytime workday hours Monday – Friday with occasional evening/weekend commitments for service promotion.

Pay range: $99,939 - $149,909/yr *Rates offered will reflect applicable experience.  

Are you a passionate and dedicated Physical Therapist looking for an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of patients? 

Windom Area Health is seeking a highly motivated Physical Therapist in our growing Rehabilitation Department. This position will be 40 hours per week. Opportunities for direct patient care, both outpatient and inpatient, and implementing new program ideas. Competitive wages and excellent benefits package including medical insurance, Paid Time Off, Flexible Spending, PERA and other elective benefits. 

• Graduate from an accredited Physical Therapy program
• Current Minnesota state licensure as a Physical Therapist
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment
• Some local travel may be required

Pay Range:  $79,006 - $118,510/yr *Rates offered will reflect applicable experience.  

About us:

Windom Area Health is your regional center of care, with a focus on high quality healthcare and an excellent patient experience. Responding to changing community needs, we offer an ever-growing range of care options available to families across southwest Minnesota.

Your care options include a hospital, emergency department, imaging, laboratory, the Birth Place, wound center, diabetic education, nutritionist, infusion, cancer care, and specialty clinics.

The specialty clinics include chiropractic, cardiology, mental health, psychiatric care and medication management, pain management, podiatry, ophthalmology, sleep studies, urology, vascular, orthopedics, obstetrics, gynecology, and general surgery. We offer comprehensive rehabilitation services including cardiac, respiratory, occupational, speech, and physical therapy. In addition, our new optional hospitalist program ensures a continuity of care between your primary care provider and your physician as an inpatient. With a commitment to community health, your regional center for care offers a fitness center. We’re here when you need us, the emergency room, laboratory, and imaging services are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Windom Area Health’s mission is “Dedicated to Health.” Our values create a culture focused on, “Integrity, Stewardship, Courage, Teamwork, and Excellence” for every patient we serve, every customer we greet, and every colleague we work alongside. Serving with a Vision by, “Improving health and customer experience through individualized quality care, visionary leadership, and progressive teamwork.”

Healthcare is more than treating illness. It's about ensuring every person has access to the care they need, when they need it most.

We're seeking a passionate Advanced Practice Provider (APP) who is driven by purpose and committed to improving access to healthcare in our community. 

In this role, you'll be at the forefront of addressing a critical care gap by providing high-quality Primary Care and Urgent Care services to patients of all ages, helping individuals and families receive timely, compassionate care close to home.

This is an opportunity to become a trusted healthcare partner, build lasting patient relationships, and make a measurable difference in the health and well-being of an entire community.

• Provide comprehensive Primary Care and Urgent Care services for pediatric and adult patients.
• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat acute illnesses, injuries, and chronic medical conditions.
• Deliver preventive care, wellness screenings, and health education initiatives.
• Conduct comprehensive and focused patient assessments, histories, and physical examinations.
• Order and interpret diagnostic testing and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Prescribe medications and therapies consistent with clinical guidelines and scope of practice.
• Perform office-based procedures and interventions.
• Coordinate care with physicians, nursing staff, specialists, and community resources.
• Advocate for patients and connect them with services that improve long-term health outcomes.
• Foster continuity of care through meaningful relationships and ongoing patient engagement.

Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant (PA) or Certified Nurse Practitioner (CNP) program. Minimum of one (1) year of Primary Care, Family Practice, Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine, or Urgent Care experience preferred.

Required credentials:

Physician Assistant (PA) or Certified Nurse Practitioner (CNP), licensed in the state of Minnesota. Ability to obtain and maintain DEA certification for the State of Minnesota. Meet threshold criteria/qualifications for Credentialing and Privileging. BLS Certified. ACLS and/or PALS certification preferred.

This position would work 3 ten-hour shifts per week, plus every other weekend (4 hours each day).

About us:

Windom Area Health is your regional center of care, with a focus on high quality healthcare and an excellent patient experience. Responding to changing community needs, we offer an ever-growing range of care options available to families across southwest Minnesota.

Your care options include a hospital, emergency department, imaging, laboratory, the Birth Place, wound center, diabetic education, nutritionist, infusion, cancer care, and specialty clinics.

The specialty clinics include chiropractic, cardiology, mental health, psychiatric care and medication management, pain management, podiatry, ophthalmology, sleep studies, urology, vascular, orthopedics, obstetrics, gynecology, and general surgery. We offer comprehensive rehabilitation services including cardiac, respiratory, occupational, speech, and physical therapy. In addition, our new optional hospitalist program ensures a continuity of care between your primary care provider and your physician as an inpatient. With a commitment to community health, your regional center for care offers a fitness center. We’re here when you need us, the emergency room, laboratory, and imaging services are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Windom Area Health’s mission is “Dedicated to Health.” Our values create a culture focused on, “Integrity, Stewardship, Courage, Teamwork, and Excellence” for every patient we serve, every customer we greet, and every colleague we work alongside. Serving with a Vision by, “Improving health and customer experience through individualized quality care, visionary leadership, and progressive teamwork.”

Windom Area Health is seeking an LPN or Certified Medical Assistant to provide support services to visiting and outpatient clinic patients 32 hours a week (0.8 FTE). Duties include providing assistance rooming patients, telemedicine visits, and assisting with Specialty Clinics Coordinators and the Scheduling department.  Strong computer and organizational skills are essential with a dedication to quality care. Position is primarily weekdays with occasional commitments on evenings or weekends. Potential travel to outreach locations may be required. 

• BLS, and current LPN license in State of MN or current CMA (Certified Medical Assistant) or RMA (Registered Medical Assistant) certificate.
• Prior experience working in a clinic, preferably in a clinic setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality patient care with compassion and empathy.

Pay Range: $20.95 - $32.23/hr *Rates offered will reflect applicable experience.  

About us:

Windom Area Health is your regional center of care, with a focus on high quality healthcare and an excellent patient experience. Responding to changing community needs, we offer an ever-growing range of care options available to families across southwest Minnesota.

Your care options include a hospital, emergency department, imaging, laboratory, the Birth Place, wound center, diabetic education, nutritionist, infusion, cancer care, and specialty clinics.

The specialty clinics include chiropractic, cardiology, mental health, psychiatric care and medication management, pain management, podiatry, ophthalmology, sleep studies, urology, vascular, orthopedics, obstetrics, gynecology, and general surgery. We offer comprehensive rehabilitation services including cardiac, respiratory, occupational, speech, and physical therapy. In addition, our new optional hospitalist program ensures a continuity of care between your primary care provider and your physician as an inpatient. With a commitment to community health, your regional center for care offers a fitness center. We’re here when you need us, the emergency room, laboratory, and imaging services are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Windom Area Health’s mission is “Dedicated to Health.” Our values create a culture focused on, “Integrity, Stewardship, Courage, Teamwork, and Excellence” for every patient we serve, every customer we greet, and every colleague we work alongside. Serving with a Vision by, “Improving health and customer experience through individualized quality care, visionary leadership, and progressive teamwork.”

Windom Area Health is seeking a full-time ( 0.9 FTE) Clinical Support Specialist to provide clinical and administrative support for the Specialty Clinics operations. This role serves as a liaison between patients, providers, and departments to ensure effective communication and coordinated care. Responsibilities include assisting nurses with direct patient care tasks, managing provider schedules and calendars, supporting health maintenance and referrals, gathering medical records, and preparing patient education materials. 

Strong communication, customer service skills and basic computer proficiency (EMR experience preferred) are essential. A high school diploma or equivalent with at least one year of healthcare experience and knowledge of medical terminology is required; CNA or MA certification is preferred. BLS certification is required. 

This position will be primarily Monday–Friday, with occasional extended hours as clinics run late and opportunities to volunteer at community or organizational events to promote clinic services.

Pay range: $19.40 - $27.16/hr *Rates offered will reflect applicable experience. 

About us:

Windom Area Health is your regional center of care, with a focus on high quality healthcare and an excellent patient experience. Responding to changing community needs, we offer an ever-growing range of care options available to families across southwest Minnesota.

Your care options include a hospital, emergency department, imaging, laboratory, the Birth Place, wound center, diabetic education, nutritionist, infusion, cancer care, and specialty clinics.

The specialty clinics include chiropractic, cardiology, mental health, psychiatric care and medication management, pain management, podiatry, ophthalmology, sleep studies, urology, vascular, orthopedics, obstetrics, gynecology, and general surgery. We offer comprehensive rehabilitation services including cardiac, respiratory, occupational, speech, and physical therapy. In addition, our new optional hospitalist program ensures a continuity of care between your primary care provider and your physician as an inpatient. With a commitment to community health, your regional center for care offers a fitness center. We’re here when you need us, the emergency room, laboratory, and imaging services are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Windom Area Health’s mission is “Dedicated to Health.” Our values create a culture focused on, “Integrity, Stewardship, Courage, Teamwork, and Excellence” for every patient we serve, every customer we greet, and every colleague we work alongside. Serving with a Vision by, “Improving health and customer experience through individualized quality care, visionary leadership, and progressive teamwork.”

Windom Area Health is seeking a full-time Clinical Informatics Specialist to support and enhance the use of clinical information systems across the organization. This role combines clinical expertise with advanced knowledge of electronic medical records (EMR) and healthcare technology to optimize workflows, support providers and staff, and improve patient care.

The Clinical Informatics Specialist serves as a key liaison between clinical departments, providers, vendors, and the Information Technology team. This position supports EMR optimization, training, onboarding, troubleshooting, and system enhancements while promoting best practices, regulatory compliance, and excellent customer service.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (RN) or another clinical profession required.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of two (2) years of clinical experience, including EMR utilization preferred.
• Clinical informatics experience strongly desired.
• Demonstrated computer and networking skills required.

Pay range: $65,295 - $97,943/yr *Rates offered will reflect applicable experience. 

About us:

Windom Area Health is your regional center of care, with a focus on high quality healthcare and an excellent patient experience. Responding to changing community needs, we offer an ever-growing range of care options available to families across southwest Minnesota.

Your care options include a hospital, emergency department, imaging, laboratory, the Birth Place, wound center, diabetic education, nutritionist, infusion, cancer care, and specialty clinics.

The specialty clinics include chiropractic, cardiology, mental health, psychiatric care and medication management, pain management, podiatry, ophthalmology, sleep studies, urology, vascular, orthopedics, obstetrics, gynecology, and general surgery. We offer comprehensive rehabilitation services including cardiac, respiratory, occupational, speech, and physical therapy. In addition, our new optional hospitalist program ensures a continuity of care between your primary care provider and your physician as an inpatient. With a commitment to community health, your regional center for care offers a fitness center. We’re here when you need us, the emergency room, laboratory, and imaging services are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Windom Area Health’s mission is “Dedicated to Health.” Our values create a culture focused on, “Integrity, Stewardship, Courage, Teamwork, and Excellence” for every patient we serve, every customer we greet, and every colleague we work alongside. Serving with a Vision by, “Improving health and customer experience through individualized quality care, visionary leadership, and progressive teamwork.”

The Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) will deliver high-quality, holistic, evidence-based anesthesia. Provides airway management and any anesthesia needs throughout the facility. The CRNA cares for patients at all acuity levels across the lifespan in a variety of settings for procedures including, but not limited to, surgical, obstetrical, diagnostic, and therapeutic.

Duties include:

• Performs and documents the paranesthesia assessment and evaluation of the patient.
• Select, obtain, prepare, and use equipment, invasive and non-invasive monitors, supplies, and drugs for the administration of sedation, anesthesia, and pain management services; perform safety checks as needed.
• Performs patient care in a surgical, emergency, and inpatient setting, as part of a team.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

Graduate of accredited BSN program and graduate of Nurse Anesthetist program required. Licensed Registered Nurse per MN Board of Nursing and Registered Nurse Anesthetist per MN Board of Nursing required upon hire.

REQUIRED CREDENTIALS (License, certification, registration):

Certified or recertified by the National Board of Certification and Recertification for Nurse Anesthetists. Current clinical credentials and competencies necessary to work clinically, minimally BLS, ACLS, PALS and NRP required. 

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to be a team player, effective communicator, be self- motivated, collaborative and well organized, able to prioritize.
• Skill in being thorough with administrative and clinical documentation.
• Technically proficient in specialty. 
• Analyze and correlate data to construct and implement patient specific treatment plans.
• Ability to work professionally with various levels and clinical areas in the facility.

EMPLOYMENT VARIABLES:

Hours may vary to meet patient needs (FTE 0.5 - 0.75). Both scheduled and on-call hours expected. 

The Surgery Technician provides superior patient care through surgery, procedures, and central supply activities. Will work closely with surgeons, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure the success of each surgery.  

Duties:

• Understands sterile technique and practices within CST/AORN guidelines in order to provide appropriate support for procedures and surgeries.
• Operates sterilizers, cold disinfection, sterrad and medivator according to AAMT standards to ensure equipment and tools are ready for the next use.
• Plans for upcoming surgeries/procedures to ensure needed supplies are available.
• Adheres to WAH safety practices per policy and procedures..
• Provides cardiology stress testing in a backup capacity to provide patients with appropriate care and results.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

Minimum of graduate of an accredited school of Surgical Technology. 

REQUIRED CREDENTIALS (License, certification, registration):

National AST Certification is preferred, but not required.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Technical competencies in and knowledge of aseptic technique, operating room policies and procedures, equipment, supplies and instruments used in the operating room, along with policies and procedures related to terminal sterilization of supplies following surgery.
• Well-developed critical thinking skills. 
• Highly developed communication skills to interact with patients, family and other health care members.
• Ability to have positive, professional interpersonal relationships with customers and colleagues.
• Skill in competently functioning in CSR/OR per WAH policy.
• Knowledge of appropriate age related patient care protocols relating to changing needs of the surgical patient.

Pay Range: $27.81- $38.92 per hour *Rate offered will reflect applicable experience. 

EMPLOYMENT VARIABLES:

Scheduled PRN (as needed).  Hours of work include: Monday through Sunday, holidays, call and overtime to meet department needs. Locations where work is carried out include: OR’s, procedure rooms, imaging and patient rooms.

Enhances patient experience by providing patient centered care that focuses on restoring patient function and preventing disability following disease or injury. Duties include, but are not limited to, patient evaluation, assessment and treatment implementation, with the development of individual patient care plans.

Other Duties:

• Provides patient centered care that focuses on restoring patient function and preventing disability following disease or injury.
• Maintains workload that is consistent with Departmental objectives and maximizes productivity measures.
• Maintains complete and accurate records to improve communication between caregivers and support billing practices.
• Develops and maintains good working relationship with patients, co-workers and medical staff to further enhance care provided.
• Promotes therapy profession, self and department to improve professional growth.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

Graduate of an accredited program of Occupational Therapy

REQUIRED CREDENTIALS (License, certification, registration):

Must be licensed or license eligible with the State of Minnesota as an Occupational Therapist and is certified with the National Board of Certification in Occupational Therapy.

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certified (CPR)  

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Must understand and demonstrate proficiency in all Rehabilitation equipment and be able to learn and utilize new technology  as the state of therapy evolves. 
• Knowledge of and ability to determine appropriate age-related patient care protocols relating to  the physical and psychological needs of pediatric, adolescent, adult and/or geriatric patients in order to provide the highest quality patient care.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills to improve interaction between staff and patients. 
• Knowledge of basic computer programs; Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint in order to implement patient care programs, provide patient education and develop community based presentations. 
• Ability to be flexible and accommodating in order to adapt to changing schedules, patient needs and department workload.

Pay Range: $71,818 - $107,727/yr *Rates offered will reflect applicable experience. 

EMPLOYMENT VARIABLES:

Weekday hours and may have an occasional weekend.  Must travel off site as needed.

The laboratory manager provides direction and leadership for overall operation of the laboratory, including supervising staff in technical performance, laboratory operations and customer service.

This individual will develop the philosophy, goals, and objectives for the department which are consistent with the mission and direction of the Windom Area Hospital.

Duties:

• Collect and process specimens in order to provide appropriate sample that will be used to aid in the diagnosis and treatment.
• Performs analytic testing of body fluids, cells, and other substances in order to provide timely results to provider.
• Maintain equipment on scheduled basis to assure quality results.
• Perform quality control as required to assure accuracy of results.
• Maintains complete and accurate electronic patient records to improve communication between providers and supports billing practices.
• Facilitates short-term and long-term planning for the laboratory department to enhance and expand the services provided.
• Participates in departmental planning, budgeting and policy making, to ensure department efficiency and stewardship.
• Develops and implements an adequate staffing plan, ensuring adequate coverage and high levels of service through staff

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

Must be a graduate of an NAACLS approved School of Laboratory Science with a bachelor’s degree or equivalent preferred. 

REQUIRED CREDENTIALS (License, certification, registration):

Employee must be registered by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists or registry of equal status.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• The manager, medical laboratory scientist, must have a general knowledge of all areas of the laboratory. 
• Must be able to communication and plan, recognize and solve problems.
• Must have computer skills to work with laboratory information system. 
• Stay current and apply the CLIA regulations to make sure the laboratory will maintain CMS accreditation. 
• Utilizes appropriate protocol relating to the growth and development needs of unique client population for various age groups: neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric.

Pay Range: $79,006 - $118,510/yr *Rate offered will reflect applicable experience. 

EMPLOYMENT VARIABLES:

Exempt status and works varied hours. The manager may be called upon at any time as an information resource for the laboratory.

The Patient Care Technician provides direct patient care to patients under the supervision of RN and documents care on electronic medical record. Performs reception duties and clerical tasks. Assists in ER with greeting, rooming, and registration of patients.  

Duties include:

• Assists RN’s/LPN’s in completing care plan tasks to assist patients in having an optimal outcome.
• Uses interactive communication skills with patients and families, peers and providers to promote, evaluate and direct patient care and relationships with others.
• Maintains and promotes quality of care that is safe, reliable and patient centered.
• Uses customer service skills in all interactions with patients and families. 
• Maintains patient medical records, registers patients and correctly reviews patient charge slips to ensure accurate patient information.
• Promotes teamwork by positive attitude and putting patient needs first.
• Completes other clerical duties as assigned.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or equivalent

REQUIRED CREDENTIALS (License, certification, registration):

Certification as nursing assistant is preferred, BLS certification required. 1 year of healthcare experience is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

Must have good interpersonal skills; must have knowledge of medical terminology. Function under high stress situations. Basic computer skills and knowledge. Requires ability to do detailed work, have strong communication and customer service skills. 

Pay Range: $19.40 - $27.16/hr *Rates offered will reflect applicable experience. 

EMPLOYMENT VARIABLES:

This position is full time 32-36 hours per week  (.8-.9 FTE) and will work rotating every 3rd weekend/3rd holidays, 7pm-7am.

The nursing department is open 24 hours/day. These needs can change dependent upon staffing availability. May be required to work overtime, take low census on-call.