Physician Assistant - Otolaryngology Clinic

Proliance Surgeons•Burien, WA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

South Seattle Otolaryngology, a private practice and care center of Proliance Surgeons, is seeking a Physician Assistant to work four days per week in a fast-paced ambulatory ENT clinic. The position is heavily involved in the clinic’s Allergy services and provides care for patients with a broad range of head and neck pathologies. Duties include patient assessment and care planning, ordering and interpreting tests, prescribing and administering medications, performing in-office procedures, and providing pre- and post-operative care. Surgical assistance may occur depending on experience but is infrequent. The position is scheduled for 32 hours per week, Monday through Thursday. The practice has served the South Central Puget Sound region since 1963 and includes two full-time physicians and one audiologist. It provides comprehensive ENT and facial plastic and reconstructive surgery services, along with allergy, hearing aid/audiology, and CT imaging services. The clinic was remodeled in 2021 and is located on the campus of St. Anne Hospital. The practice serves a medically diverse population and describes a healthy work-life balance.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
Active, unencumbered Washington State Physician Assistant license.
Active Drug Enforcement Authority registration.
Current certification as a physician assistant by the National Commission of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
Current CPR and BLS certifications from the American Heart Association.
Advanced physical assessment and critical-thinking skills.
Ability to listen, interact, and communicate verbally and in writing.
Comprehensive knowledge of surgical procedures, techniques, standards of care, instrumentation, equipment, and supplies as they relate to the specialty.
Superior customer-service skills.
Strong interpersonal skills, including patience, composure, cooperation, and the ability to work well with patients, physicians, and staff.
Advanced understanding of and adherence to safety, risk-management, and precautionary procedures, including respect for HIPAA confidentiality.
Efficient use of time, with meticulous attention to detail, accuracy, and completion.
Ability to manage multiple factors to achieve the best result.
Resourcefulness in addressing first-level problems and persistence in resolving them.
Ability to remain objective and separate oneself personally from situations.
Ability to adapt to change, delays, or unexpected events while maintaining a positive mindset.
Ability to provide feedback to improve performance.
Self-motivation and ability to work with little supervision while following specific guidelines and detailed instructions and measuring oneself against standards of excellence.

Nice To Haves

Previous allergy experience is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Greet and identify patients; obtain and document accurate histories and physical examinations, which may include moving and positioning patients.
Conduct comprehensive or episodic health assessments and develop patient care plans.
Order and interpret tests, treatments, and therapies within the scope of practice.
Prescribe medications, diet, supplies, prosthetic devices, and other home health aides according to clinical privileges.
Administer or inject medications.
Provide wound care, apply or remove casts, splints, and wound dressings, and remove sutures and staples.
Instruct and counsel patients regarding treatment plans and therapeutic regimens.
Document clear, concise, and accurate patient care information in the medical record.
Maintain technical familiarity and proficiency with specific surgical procedures before performing them.
Remain proficient in commonly used clinical protocols and guidelines.
Assist in surgical procedures.
Conduct hospital rounds, including patient care, charting, documentation, and communication with patients, families or caregivers, staff, consultants, and discharge planners.
Provide optional primary or secondary trauma call coverage.
Provide optional emergency room evaluation and treatment of patients.
Provide answering service coverage and responsibilities.
Initiate basic or advanced life support in response to emergencies.
Educate patients, families, and significant others using established educational materials.
Perform other clinical duties within the scope of practice as directed under a patient’s care plan.
Advocate for patients, families, co-workers, the community, and the health care profession.
Integrate evidence-based knowledge and clinical expertise into decision-making.
Pursue formal and independent learning to maintain and develop clinical and professional skills and knowledge.
Establish an effective relationship with the supervising physician.
Complete duties and assist others as directed.
Follow policies introduced during onboarding, updated in real time, and outlined in the Associate Handbook.