Current, unrestricted NP or PA licensure in Georgia.
Certification from an accredited NP or PA program.
Preferred experience in ENT, though not mandatory.
Strong clinical skills emphasizing patient safety and quality care.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective patient interaction.
Proficient in electronic health records (EHR) and basic computer applications.
Ability to provide care across all age demographics.
Responsibilities
Conduct thorough patient evaluations and follow-up assessments.
Perform focused physical examinations of relevant anatomical areas.
Develop and implement individualized treatment plans with clear documentation.
Provide clinical assessments and formulate differential diagnoses for ENT conditions.
Engage in general ENT, Rhinology/Sinus, and Allergy care, including Pediatric ENT.
Assist in managing immunotherapy reactions, consulting physicians as needed.
Collaborate with supervising physicians on complex cases and participate in after-hours call coverage.
Benefits
Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Time off policy emphasizing work-life balance.
Continuing education opportunities with an education fund and CEU-days.
Robust retirement benefits with 401k matching.
Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
Short & Long Term Disability coverage.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Full Job Description
Description
Northwest ENT and Allergy Centera leading otolaryngology practice and an affiliate of SENTA Partners, is committed to serving the northern Georgia community and specializes in the medical and surgical care of all ENT-related diseases.
Position Summary
The Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) plays a vital role in delivering high-quality patient care within our ENT and allergy clinic. Open to both new and experienced APPs. NP or PA, licensed in Georgia. The priorities are comfort in a high volume surgical clinic, procedural willingness, and the ability to independently own a patient panel. 50% general ENT, 50% sinus and allergy: otitis media, hearing loss, tinnitus, hoarseness, and pediatric ENT including ear tubes and tonsils.
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 conditions.
General Otolaryngology (ENT), Rhinology/Sinus, and Allergy, with Pediatric ENT and potential growth in Sleep Medicine.
Comfort with or previous exposure to nasal endoscopy, flexible laryngoscopy, pressure equalization tube placement, and neck ultrasound are a plus.
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.
Participate in after-hours call coverage from home with physician backup available as needed.
Why SENTA
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)
Requirements
Qualifications
Current, unrestricted licensure as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA-C) in the state of practice.
Certification through an accredited NP or PA program.
Previous experience in ENT is preferred but not required.
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.
Proficient in using electronic health records (EHR) systems and basic computer applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
APP (NP or PA) must be able to provide patient care for all age demographics.
