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Dr. Melissa Weinandt

Physician Assistant

Physician Assistant Sioux Falls, SD Orthopedic Institute
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Overview
Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Tenure
7 years at Orthopedic Institute
Gender
Female
Connections
18
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 24,152 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the Physician Assistant specialty. Melissa Weinandt is one of them.
  • 79 Physician Assistants are based in SD (out of 3,172 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 11 contacts at Orthopedic Institute are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical Physician Assistant compensation in SD: $101,000 – $152,000 (median $120,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of Physician Assistants in SD: Sanford Health (12), Avera Health (7), Regional Health (4).
  • 78% of Physician Assistants in SD have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed June 2026.

Public records & verifications
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  • Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
  • Data aggregated from public licensure databases, LinkedIn, and verified employer records. Cross-check via the registry link above.
Education
Graduate School University of South Dakota
Master’s Degree, Physician Assistant
2017
The University of South Dakota
Bachelor’s Degree
2015
Skills
Inpatient Care Pediatrics Family Medicine Surgery Vital Signs Internal Medicine Emergency Medicine Suturing
About Orthopedic Institute
Industry
Hospital & Health Care
Employees
100 to 499
Revenue
$10M to <$50M
Professional Overview

Dr. Melissa Weinandt is a Physician Assistant, currently affiliated with Orthopedic Institute, based in Sioux Falls, SD. As a physician assistant, Dr. Weinandt contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Sioux Falls, SD. They have been with Orthopedic Institute for 7 years. Dr. Weinandt holds academic credentials, including Master’s Degree, Physician Assistant and Bachelor’s Degree, from Graduate School University of South Dakota and The University of South Dakota. Core competencies include Inpatient Care, Pediatrics, Family Medicine, Surgery, Vital Signs. Orthopedic Institute operates in the Hospital & Health Care sector with a workforce of 100 to 499 employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit physician assistant professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to physician assistant specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Sioux Falls, SD healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Melissa Weinandt located?
Dr. Melissa Weinandt is based in Sioux Falls, SD. They are currently affiliated with Orthopedic Institute.
What is Dr. Melissa Weinandt's specialty?
Dr. Melissa Weinandt specializes in Physician Assistant. Their current role is Physician Assistant.
Where does Dr. Melissa Weinandt currently work?
Dr. Melissa Weinandt currently works at Orthopedic Institute. They have been there for 7 years.
What is Dr. Melissa Weinandt's educational background?
Dr. Melissa Weinandt attended Graduate School University of South Dakota and The University of South Dakota.
How do I contact Dr. Melissa Weinandt for recruiting?
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How do I recruit a Physician Assistant?
Recruiting physician assistants typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for physician assistants across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.
What is the average salary for a Physician Assistant in SD?
Physician Assistants in SD typically earn $101,000 to $152,000 annually, with a median of $120,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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