Physician Associate (PA), Otolaryngology/ENT - Eugene, OR

UnitedHealth Group•Eugene, OR

3d•$110,000 - $166,500

About The Position

As a part of Optum, the largest network of medical groups in the country, Oregon Medical Group is seeking a Physician Associate to join our ENT/Otolaryngology Care team in Eugene, OR. The PA will work collaboratively with our board-certified otolaryngologists to diagnose and treat a wide range of ENT conditions in both outpatient and surgical settings. Join a team that empowers you from the start and values work-life balance, teamwork and trust. We offer comprehensive benefits and competitive pay. Elevate your career with us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together. Practice Highlights · Team-Based Practice Model · Strong mentorship available within the department · Competitive compensation, benefits, CME and personal leave · 4-Day Work Week · Full-time · ENT or surgical experience is strongly preferred · Average Daily Patient Census: 16-18 patients · Comfortable seeing pediatrics to geriatric aged patients · Medical Assistant to support clinician; rooming patients, vitals, RX refills, follow up appointments. · EMR - EPIC · DAX - AI-powered voice-enabled documentation solution · Leadership Pathways and Partnership Primary Responsibilities: · Work at the top of your licensure while providing excellent care to patients · Provide care that is compassionate, appropriate, and effective for various health conditions · Educate patients on treatments plans, post-op care, and preventative ENT health. · Practice evidence-based medicine · Collaborate closely with physician and audiologists for coordinated care. · Assist in pre-and post- operative care, including consultations and follow-ups. What makes an Optum Career different? · As the largest employer of Advanced Practice Clinicians, we have a best-in-class employee experience and enable you to practice at the top of your license · We believe that better care for clinicians equates to better care for patients · We are influencing change collectively on a national scale while still maintaining the culture and community of our local care organizations · We grow talent from within. No matter where you want to go- geographically or professionally- you can do it here You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Requirements

Master's degree from a four-year college and/or a professional certification beyond a four-year college
Unrestricted license to practice medicine in the state of Oregon or ability to obtain.
Certificate of completion from an accredited Physician Associate Program (NCCPA)
Current BLS from the American Heart Association required prior to start.
1+ years of experience in Otolaryngology or Primary Care setting

Nice To Haves

ENT or surgical experience is strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Work at the top of your licensure while providing excellent care to patients
Provide care that is compassionate, appropriate, and effective for various health conditions
Educate patients on treatments plans, post-op care, and preventative ENT health.
Practice evidence-based medicine
Collaborate closely with physician and audiologists for coordinated care.
Assist in pre-and post- operative care, including consultations and follow-ups