Position SummaryPuget Sound ENT is a well-established, physician-led otolaryngology practice serving the greater Seattle area. We are committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in a collaborative and innovative clinical environment.
As part of our continued growth, we are expanding into integrated allergy services to provide comprehensive airway care for our patients. We are seeking a motivated and experienced Physician Assistant (PA-C) to help launch and grow a new allergy and immunology program within our practice. This is a unique opportunity for a PA who enjoys both clinical care and program development, working closely with ENT physicians to build a high-impact service line.
Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm
Why Join Puget Sound ENT?
- Established, respected private practice in a highly desirable Seattle market
- Built-in patient volume and opportunity to grow a new specialty service
- Supportive, physician-led culture focused on high-quality care
- Opportunity to play a foundational role in building a new clinical program
Position Highlights- Help establish and grow a new allergy program within a thriving ENT practice
- Strong internal referral base from ENT providers
- Opportunity for autonomy and leadership in clinic operations
- Collaborative, team-based environment
- Long-term growth and leadership potential
Key Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe key duties and responsibilities of the Physician Assistant include, but are not limited to:
- Evaluate and manage patients with:
- Allergic rhinitis and chronic sinusitis
- Asthma and respiratory allergies
- Food allergies and anaphylaxis
- Atopic dermatitis and urticaria
- Perform and oversee:
- Skin prick and intradermal testing
- Patch testing
- Administration and monitoring of allergen immunotherapy (SCIT/SLIT)
- Educate patients on allergy management and treatment plans
- Collaborate closely with supervising physicians and ENT colleagues
- Assist in developing clinic workflows and protocols
- Must follow all policies as introduced during new associate On-Boarding, updated real-time and outlined in Associate Handbook
Education/Experience- Graduate of accredited Physician's Assistant Program
- Board certified or board eligible (PA-C)
- Licensed or eligible for licensure in Washington State
- Prior experience in allergy, immunology, ENT, or related field preferred
- Strong clinical skills and patient-centered approach
- Interest in program building and practice growth
- Current Certification as a physician assistant by the National Commission of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
- Current CPR and BLS from the American Heart Association
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities- Advanced physical assessment and critical thinking skills required
- Ability to listen, interact and communicate verbally and in writing
- Required: Comprehensive knowledge of surgical procedures, techniques, Standards of Care, instrumentation, equipment, and supplies as they directly correlate to the specialty.
- Superior customer service skills
- Great interpersonal skills; demonstrating patience, composure and cooperation; working well with all patients, physicians and staff.
- Advanced understanding of and adherence to all safety, risk management and precautionary procedures, including the consistent respect for confidentiality (HIPAA)
- Using time efficiently, with meticulous attention to detail, accuracy and completion
- Ability to manage multiple factors for the best result.
- Resourcefulness in addressing first level problems and tenacity to see things through to solution
- Ability to remove oneself personally from given situations, remaining objective
- Able to adapt to change, delays or unexpected events while maintaining a positive mindset
- Clear oral and written communication
- Ability to provide feedback to improve performance
- Self-motivated; able to work following specific guidelines and in accordance with detailed instructions; measure self against standard of excellence, overcome obstacles and challenges with little supervision
Work Environment/Physical DemandsThe work environment/physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a teammate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable differently abled persons to perform the essential functions.
