Physician Assistant - Otolaryngology

Job description

Location:
Portland, OR

Portland, Oregon is a vibrant and progressive city nestled between the Pacific Coast and the Cascade Mountains, offering an exceptional quality of life with world-class dining, outdoor recreation, and a thriving arts and culture scene. Known for its stunning natural beauty and friendly community, Portland provides an ideal setting for healthcare professionals seeking both professional fulfillment and personal adventure.

Facility:
This well-regarded medical center is a leading healthcare institution in the Pacific Northwest, offering comprehensive pediatric and specialty care services in a collaborative and supportive clinical environment. The facility is committed to providing exceptional patient outcomes and offers locum providers strong physician leadership support and a structured, well-organized outpatient setting.

Opportunity:
Advanced Practice - Physician Assistant- Otolaryngology

Job Details:

• Outpatient, clinic-only position covering approximately 4 days per week in a Pediatric ENT and Pediatric Urology post-op setting
• Pediatric ENT clinic coverage approximately 2.5-3 days per week; Pediatric Urology post-op visit coverage approximately 0.5-1 day per week
• Shift hours are 8:30am-5:00pm with admin time from 8:00-8:30am and 4:30-5:00pm, patient care visits 8:30am-12:00pm and 1:00-4:30pm, and a 1-hour lunch break
• Guaranteed 8 hours per day with overtime applicable after 9 hours per day
• Approximately 14 patient encounters per shift
• Most common office diagnoses include evaluation of tonsils, adenoids, and otitis media
• Responsibilities include wound assessment and suture removal
• Flexible endoscopy experience is preferred
• Experience with nasal cautery and foreign body removal is preferred
• Urology experience is a plus, as providers may be asked to assist with post-op urology visits if comfortable
• Active Oregon medical license required; licensure in OR only accepted
• Board certified or truly board eligible required
• Active DEA required; BLS certification required
• Estimated credentialing timeframe is 30 days; targeting a late August or September 1st start date
• Interviews conducted via Microsoft Teams with the physician leader, typically available Tuesdays between 1:00-2:00pm PST
• No call required