Advanced Practice Practitioner (NP/PA)

SENTA Partners • Canton, GA

3d

About The Position

The Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) delivers high-quality patient care in an ENT setting, providing case management, follow-up care, and patient communication. Working under moderate supervision, the APP evaluates and manages a broad range of head and neck disorders, from sinusitis and chronic tonsillitis to complex head and neck cancers, cancer surveillance, and thyroid and parathyroid endocrine disorders. The position is open to new and experienced APPs. Priorities include comfort working in a high-volume surgical clinic, willingness to perform procedures, and the ability to independently manage a patient panel. The role includes participation in after-hours call coverage from home, with physician backup available as needed.

Requirements

• Current, unrestricted licensure as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA-C) in the state of practice; the position summary specifies Georgia licensure.
• Certification through an accredited NP or PA program.
• Strong clinical skills focused on patient safety and quality care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
• Proficiency with electronic health record (EHR) systems and basic computer applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Eligible for hospital privileges.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in an ENT setting.
• Comfort with or previous exposure to nasal endoscopy, flexible laryngoscopy, pressure equalization tube placement, and neck ultrasound.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough patient evaluations, including interval histories and assessments for follow-up visits.
• Perform focused physical examinations of the head, neck, ears, nose, throat, chest, and skin as clinically appropriate.
• Develop individualized treatment plans and document and communicate care clearly to patients.
• Provide clinical assessments and formulate differential diagnoses related to ENT and allergy conditions.
• Provide some first-assist support in operating room cases, including complex head and neck surgeries and open neck cases.
• Assist in managing and treating reactions related to immunotherapy, consulting a physician for more severe cases.
• Consult and collaborate with supervising physicians on complex or difficult cases, in person or by phone.
• Participate in after-hours call coverage from home, with physician backup available as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Time-off policy emphasizing work-life balance.
• Continuing education opportunities, including an education fund and CEU days for conferences and other educational goals.
• Retirement benefits, including 401(k) matching.
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed