Otolaryngology, Advanced Practice Provider - NP or PA - Northeast Georgia ENT & Allergy

Position Summary

The Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physicians Assistant) plays a vital role in delivering high-quality patient care within our ENT and Allergy clinics. This position provides comprehensive support in case management, follow-up care, and patient communication. Working under moderate supervision, the APP evaluates and manages patients while collaborating closely with clinic physicians in complex cases to ensure optimal outcomes. This a full-time role, 40 hours per week, 4 or 5 days per week.

Key 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, ensuring all care is documented clearly and communicated 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 such as laboratory tests, radiology, CT scans, and audiograms.
• Assist in managing and treating reactions related to immunotherapy, seeking physician consultation for cases of greater severity.
• Collaborate with supervising physicians for consultation in complex or difficult cases, whether in person or by phone.
• No Weekend/Holiday call currently required.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Time off policy with emphasis on work-life balance
• Continuing education opportunities, including an education fund and CEU-days for conferences and other educational goals
• Robust retirement benefits, including 401k matching
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted licensure as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) in the state of practice.
• Certification through an accredited NP or PA program.
• Previous experience in a clinical or outpatient setting, preferably in ENT or Allergy.
• Strong clinical skills, with a focus on patient safety and quality care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members. BILINGUAL is a plus.
• Proficient in using electronic health records (EHR) systems and basic computer applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• APP must be able to provide patient care for all age demographics.
• Eligible for hospital privileges.