Physician Assistant - Otolaryngology Clinic

Proliance Surgeons•Burien, WA

9d•$48 - $87•Onsite

About The Position

South Seattle Otolaryngology, a Proliance Surgeons care center, is seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Physician Assistant to join its established private practice four days per week. The role is based in a fast-paced ambulatory ENT clinic and is heavily involved in the Allergy side of the clinic. The clinician will care for patients with a broad range of head and neck pathologies, interpret audiograms and diagnostic imaging, perform in-office procedures, and provide pre- and post-operative care. Assistance in surgical procedures may occur depending on experience, but is infrequent. The practice provides comprehensive ENT services, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, allergy services, hearing aid and audiology services, and CT imaging. Its remodeled clinic is on the campus of St. Anne Hospital and serves a medically diverse patient population.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
Active, unencumbered Washington State Physician Assistant license.
Active Drug Enforcement Authority registration.
Current physician assistant certification from the National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
Current CPR and BLS certifications from the American Heart Association.
Advanced physical assessment and critical-thinking skills.
Ability to listen and communicate verbally and in writing.
Comprehensive knowledge of surgical procedures, techniques, standards of care, instrumentation, equipment, and supplies relevant to the specialty.
Superior customer service and 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, precautionary, and HIPAA confidentiality requirements.
Efficient time management and meticulous attention to detail, accuracy, and completion.
Ability to manage multiple factors and address first-level problems resourcefully through to resolution.
Ability to remain objective, adapt to change, delays, and unexpected events, and maintain a positive mindset.
Ability to provide feedback to improve performance.
Self-motivation and ability to work with little supervision while following guidelines and detailed instructions and holding oneself to high standards.

Nice To Haves

Previous Allergy experience is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Greet and identify patients; obtain and document accurate histories and physical examinations, which may involve moving and positioning patients.
Conduct comprehensive or episodic health assessments and develop patient care plans.
Order and interpret tests, treatments, and therapies within scope of practice.
Prescribe medications, diets, 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 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 medical records.
Maintain technical familiarity and proficiency with specific surgical procedures before performing them.
Remain proficient in commonly used clinical protocols and guidelines.
Assist with surgical procedures.
Conduct hospital rounds, provide patient care, complete charting and documentation, and interact with patients, caregivers, staff, consultants, and discharge planners.
Provide optional primary or secondary trauma call coverage.
Optionally evaluate and treat patients in the emergency room.
Provide answering-service coverage and fulfill related responsibilities.
Initiate Basic or Advanced Life Support in response to emergency situations.
Educate patients, families, and significant others using established educational materials.
Perform other clinical duties within scope of practice as directed under a patient's care plan.
Advocate for patients, families, coworkers, the community, and the healthcare 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, and follow applicable policies and the Associate Handbook.