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Posted 20 July, 2026

Behavioral Health, Physician Assistant - Psychiatry Adult Inpatient - St. Paul, MN

M Health Fairview
Saint Paul, MN, US Full Time

Job Description

Responsibilities/Job Description:

PSLF Eligible | Brand-New 144-Bed Behavioral Health Hospital\n

Fairview is seeking a Physician Assistant Adult Psychiatry Inpatient to join our growing inpatient team at the newly opened Capitol Park Mental Health Hospital in St. Paul, Minnesota.

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This state-of-the-art, 144-bed behavioral health hospital was purpose-built to support patients with acute mental health needs in a safe, therapeutic, and recovery-focused environment. As our program continues to expand, providers have the opportunity to help shape scheduling, workflow, and clinical program development in collaboration with engaged hospital leadership.

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Compensation & Benefits\n
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    Competitive Base salary

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    Sign-on bonus

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    Relocation assistance

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    Annual CME allowance

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    Comprehensive health, dental, retirement, and malpractice coverage

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    Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer

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Practice Highlights\n
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    Full-Time (1.0 FTE)

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    Structured, team-based coverage model ensuring 24/7 continuity of care

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    Shared call rotation supported by hospitalists and moonlighters

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    Dedicated support to promote sustainable workloads

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    Multidisciplinary treatment teams including nursing, therapy, and social work

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    Participation in daily interdisciplinary rounds

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    Opportunity to contribute to quality improvement initiatives and program growth

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    Strong administrative and clinical leadership committed to provider well-being

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Scheduling continues to evolve as the team grows, with a focus on flexibility and maintaining manageable inpatient volumes.

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Qualifications:

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    Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program

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    Board Certified or Board Eligible (BC/BE) through the NCCPA

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    Licensed or eligible for licensure as a Physician Assistant with the Minnesota Board of Medical Practice

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    Ability to obtain and/or maintain DEA certification for the State of Minnesota

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    Must meet credentialing and privileging criteria/qualifications

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    BLS certification required

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    Previous experience in acute care, adolescent care, and/or geriatric care preferred

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    Experience in an inpatient psychiatric setting is required

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About the Facility:\n

Capitol Park Hospital is purpose-built to support patients with acute mental health needs in a safe, calming, and therapeutic environment. The facility features modern units, ample natural light, and a care model designed to support patients through stabilization and recovery. The hospital leadership team is committed to creating a culture of collaboration, respect, and innovation.

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Community Information:\n
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  • https://www.greatermsp.org/
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  • http://www.education.state.mn.us
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  • http://www.exploreminnesota.com
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  • https://www.fairview.org/east-metro/mental-health-hospital
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Qualifications:\n

$140,000 - $170,000 Annual *Based on 1.0 FTE

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