Otolaryngology Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Affinity Home Health Care Inc; Pottsville, Northern (Schuylkill County, KY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Malpractice tail coverage

Professional growth & mentorship

Epic EHR system

Job summary

Affinity Home Health Care Inc. is seeking an Advanced Practitioner specializing in Otolaryngology to join a collaborative outpatient team that includes APs, a physician, and an audiologist.

The role focuses on providing outpatient care for both pediatric and adult patients within a 6-exam-room clinic, with follow-up appointments every 30 minutes and a dedicated administrative hour at day’s end. Teaching, research, and improving patient access are encouraged.

Qualifications

• Master's degree as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner (required).
• Strong clinical skills in Otolaryngology and experience with outpatient care.
• Ability to work independently, efficiently manage patient flow, and participate in team initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient care in a clinic with 6 exam rooms, seeing pediatric and adult patients.
• Manage a mix of new and follow-up appointments scheduled every 30 minutes.
• Dedicate the last hour of each day to administrative tasks such as notes and in-basket management.
• Engage in opportunities for teaching, research, and enhancing patient access.

Skills

Otolaryngology

Outpatient care

Team collaboration

Independent work

Education

Master's Degree (PA/NP)

Tools

Epic

Job description

Role Overview:

An Advanced Practitioner specializing in general Otolaryngology is sought to join a collaborative outpatient team comprising APs, a physician, and an audiologist.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient care in a clinic with 6 exam rooms, seeing both pediatric and adult patients.
• Manage a mix of new and follow-up appointments scheduled every 30 minutes.
• Dedicate the last hour of each day to administrative tasks such as notes and in-basket management.
• Engage in opportunities for teaching, research, and enhancing patient access.

Qualifications & Skills

• Master's Degree as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner (required).
• Strong clinical skills in Otolaryngology and experience with outpatient care.
• Ability to work independently, efficiently manage patient flow, and participate in team initiatives.

Additional Information:

The role offers a competitive salary linked to quality metrics, comprehensive benefits including malpractice and tail coverage, and opportunities for professional growth and mentorship. The position utilizes a fully integrated electronic health record (Epic).