Proceduralist NP or PA-Voice Center- MGH

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Full-time position 5-8hr shifts Mon-Fri

The Center for Laryngeal Surgery and Voice Rehabilitation at the Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH Voice Center) is internationally recognized as a leader in the development of innovative surgical approaches for treating laryngeal and upper airway disorders/diseases (e.g. laryngeal cancer dysplasia vocal cord paralysis stenosis and benign vocal cord lesions in elite singers and speakers etc.) and for the interdisciplinary management of voice disorders.

The Centers 12000 sq. ft. outpatient facility is located three blocks from the main MGH campus. It has state-of-the-art facilities for the endoscopic assessment of the larynx and upper airway with highly specialized capabilities for office-based laser treatment and injection procedures. A major specialty of the Center is the unique methods of treating routine and complex voice and airway problems that were innovated and perfected by the Voice Center staff. Patients travel to the MGH Voice Center from throughout the United States and abroad as well as locally and regionally. The Center also maintains a well-funded (NIH and 501(c)(3) Charitable Foundations) research program that is continuously contributing to advancing clinical care.

The APP will play a key role in outpatient care including taking and documenting case histories and the results of office examinations performing transoral and trans-nasal endoscopies of the upper airway and larynx in the outpatient clinic assisting with outpatient surgical procedures and writing post-procedural orders including prescriptions etc. The APP will also play a secondary role in hospital bedside consultations and assist with surgeries in the operating room.

This is a high-volume clinic: 80% in clinic (procedural & consultations) 20% OR-First Assist. Potential growth opportunity with significant opportunity for autonomy

Qualifications:
2yrs APP experience required
PA or NP-First Assist strongly preferred

Job Summary

Summary
The Physician Assistant (PA) is a licensed provider. The PA is responsible for the assessment and management of various populations of patients medical and/or surgical including diagnostic and therapeutic interventions development of appropriate plans of care and ongoing evaluation. May also perform additional duties such as precepting a small group of learners.

Does this position require Patient Care Yes

Essential Functions
-Provides direct care counseling and teaching to a designated patient population in the ambulatory inpatient operative and/or procedural setting.
-Performs complete histories and physical examinations.
-Orders interprets and evaluates appropriate laboratory and diagnostic tests.
-Develops appropriate plans of care and follow-up based on the outcomes of diagnostic laboratory and physical examination findings.
-Orders medications and writes prescriptions according to organizational and regulatory policies and procedures.
-Consistently provides high quality and timely documentation including admission and progress notes procedure notes operative notes and discharge summaries.
-Performs bedside procedures as are appropriate to the patient population.

Education
Masters Degree Physician Assistant required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree
No

Licenses and Credentials
Physician Assistant State License - Generic - HR Only required

Experience
2 years of experience as a PA required required

Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Skilled in taking medical histories to assess medical condition and interpret findings.
- Ability to maintain quality control standards.
- Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
- Ability to interpret adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.
- Ability to communicate clearly and establish/maintain effective working relationships with patients medical staff and the public.

Onsite

15 New Chardon Street

40

Regular

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$120390.40 - $170456.00/Annual

Grade

7

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