Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA)

SENTA Partners • Louisville, KY

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About The Position

The Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) delivers high-quality patient care in ENT and Allergy clinics. Working under moderate supervision, the APP provides case management, follow-up care, and patient communication; evaluates and manages patients with upper respiratory, allergy, asthma, and dermatologic conditions; and collaborates with clinic physicians on complex cases to support optimal outcomes. The APP must be able to provide care to patients of all age demographics and be eligible for hospital privileges.

The position includes after-hours call coverage from home, with physician backup available as needed. Advanced ENT & Allergy is an affiliate of SENTA Partners, which supports ENT and Allergy practices and describes its mission as helping people Breathe better, Hear better, Live better.

Requirements

• Current, unrestricted licensure as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA-C) in the state of practice.
• Certification through an accredited NP or PA program.
• Previous experience in a clinical or outpatient setting; ENT or Allergy experience is preferred.
• Strong clinical skills focused on patient safety and quality care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
• Proficiency with electronic health records (EHR) systems and basic computer applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to provide patient care for all age demographics.
• Eligibility for hospital privileges.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in ENT or Allergy.

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 and implement individualized treatment plans, documenting care clearly and communicating effectively with patients.
• Provide clinical assessments and formulate differential diagnoses related to ENT and allergy conditions.
• Prescribe medications within prescriptive authority, including antihistamines, decongestants, mucolytics, bronchodilators, inhaled and oral steroids, and antibiotics.
• Order and interpret appropriate diagnostic studies, including laboratory tests, radiology, CT scans, and audiograms.
• 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
• 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