Advanced Practice Provider Otolaryngology

Brown University Health; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 127,504 - 161,782; Full time

Job summary

Brown University Health in Providence, RI seeks a Physician Assistant to provide inpatient and ED consults, outpatient visits, and perioperative management under supervision of a licensed physician. You will support otolaryngology residents and participate in wound care, procedures, and patient education.

Responsibilities include recording histories, performing exams, assisting with discharge planning, and developing care plans in collaboration with nurses and physicians.

Qualifications

• PA license in Rhode Island required.
• Graduate physician assistant training in an AMA-approved program.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Ability to provide care to patients across the lifespan.

Responsibilities

• Obtains and records detailed medical histories.
• Performs and records complete physical examinations and documents findings.
• Assists in discharge summaries and initiates life-saving measures as needed.
• Initiates orders for admission as directed by the physician.
• Develops patient care plans in collaboration with nurses and physicians.
• Coordinates day-to-day patient care with otolaryngology residents.
• Performs credentialed procedures such as flexible laryngoscopy, abscess I&D, cerumen removal, and wound care.
• Cares for ER patients with otolaryngology issues and provides patient education.

Skills

Physician Assistant

Clinical patient care

Interpersonal skills

Lifespan care

Education

Bachelor’s Degree and two years of graduate study in an AMA approved Physician Assistant program

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

Job description

Summary

Under the supervision of a Registered Physician, provides inpatient and ED consults, outpatient clinic visits, pre and post-operative management of patients, assistance with procedures, wound care, and other patient care duties. Works in a collaborative team environment that supports the academic mission to train otolaryngology residents

Summary

Under the supervision of a Registered Physician, provides inpatient and ED consults, outpatient clinic visits, pre and post-operative management of patients, assistance with procedures, wound care, and other patient care duties. Works in a collaborative team environment that supports the academic mission to train otolaryngology residents

Responsibilities

• Obtains and records detailed medical histories.
• Performs and records complete and detailed physical examinations. Records all pertinent patient information in the progress notes within the medical record.
• Assists in the preparation of discharge summaries. Initiates life saving measures in emergency situations until aid arrives.
• Initiates patient orders for admission as directed by the physician and in accordance with the hospital procedure.
• Assess patient status, participates 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.
• Works closely with the otolaryngology residents as part of the otolaryngology team to coordinate patient care needs day-to-day for patients.
• Attends and participates in daily care rounds Performs 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
• Evaluates and cares for patients who present in the Emergency Room with otolaryngology problems.
• Provides wound care, including cleaning and debridement of wounds, as well as dressing changes.
• Enters orders as needed into electronic medical record. Provides education for nursing staff as needed.
• Provides patient education during the daily delivery of care and during pre- and post-operative settings. Performs other related duties, as required.

Minimum Qualifications

BASIC KNOWLEDGE:
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 in order to apply post-surgical training to the treatment of patients.
Good interpersonal skills in order 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.

Experience

Three months on-the-job training and experience to become familiar with job responsibilities and work routines.

Work Environment Andphysical Requirements

Exposed to surgical procedures and patient care environments.

Independent Action

Performs independently within the departments policies and practices.Refers specific complex problems to the supervisor when clarification of the departmental policies and procedures are required.

Pay Range

$127,504.00-$161,782.40

EEO Statement

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location

Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type

M, W, F 5:00pm - 7:00am - shift may vary depending on needs

Work Shift

Night

Daily Hours

12 hours

Driving Required

No