Physician Assistant Otolaryngology Specialist

4 weeks ago


Providence, Rhode Island, United States Lifespan Full time
Job Summary:

As a Physician Assistant Otolaryngology, you will work under the supervision of a Registered Physician to provide inpatient and ED consults, outpatient clinic visits, pre and post-operative management of patients, assistance with procedures, wound care, and other patient care duties.

Our team supports the academic mission to train otolaryngology residents in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities:

  • Obtain and record detailed medical histories.
  • Perform and record complete and detailed physical examinations.
  • Record all pertinent patient information in the progress notes within the medical record.
  • Assist in the preparation of discharge summaries.
  • Initiate life-saving measures in emergency situations until aid arrives.
  • Initiate patient orders for admission as directed by the physician and in accordance with the hospital procedure.
  • Assess patient status and participate in the development of patient care management plans through communication and collaboration with the Registered Nurses, attending physicians, residents, and other members of the interdisciplinary team.
  • Work closely with the otolaryngology residents as part of the otolaryngology team to coordinate patient care needs day-to-day for patients.
  • Attend and participate in daily care rounds.
  • Perform credentialed procedures as delineated by the medical staff credentialing requirements, which may include:
    • Flexible laryngoscopy and nasopharyngoscopy to assess the airway.
    • I&D's of head and neck abscesses intraoral.
    • I&D of Peritonsillar abscesses.
    • Cerumen removal.
    • Control of epistaxis.
    • Removal of foreign body from the nose and ears.
    • Otowick placement for otitis externa.
    • Fine needle aspiration.
    • Tracheostomy changes/care.
  • Evaluate and care for patients who present in the Emergency Room with otolaryngology problems.
  • Provide wound care, including cleaning and debridement of wounds, as well as dressing changes.
  • Enter orders as needed into the electronic medical record.
  • Provide education for nursing staff as needed.
  • Provide patient education during the daily delivery of care and during pre- and post-operative settings.
  • Perform other related duties as required.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's Degree and two years of graduate study in an AMA-approved Physician Assistant program.
  • Current registration as Physician Assistant in the State of Rhode Island.
  • An extremely high level of analytical ability to apply post-surgical training to the treatment of patients.
  • Good interpersonal skills to deal effectively with patients, physicians, and nursing personnel.
  • Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span, with consideration of aging processes, human development stages, and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:

  • Exposed to surgical procedures and patient care environments.

Independent Action:

  • Perform independently within the department's policies and practices.
  • Refer specific complex problems to the supervisor when clarification of the departmental policies and procedures is required.


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