APP Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner | Otolaryngology (ENT)
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Job Location:
Marshfield, WI - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
12 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. Were proud to offer many development and advancement opportunities to our nearly 50000 members of the Sanford Family who are dedicated to the work of health and healing across our broad footprint.
Work Shift:
Varies (United States of America)Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40Union Position:
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Marshfield Medical Center is seeking an ENT Surgical Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our team in Marshfield Wisconsin. The APC will play a vital role in providing comprehensive care within our Otolaryngology (ENT) department. This position combines both outpatient clinic services and surgical first-assist responsibilities. The APC will collaborate closely with ENT physicians audiologists and other healthcare professionals to deliver exceptional patient-centered care across a wide range of ear nose throat head and neck conditions. You will also be included in a call rotation.Department Details
Clinical Duties (Outpatient & Procedural):
Perform patient evaluations including detailed history-taking physical examinations and ordering/interpretation of diagnostic tests.
Diagnose and manage acute and chronic ENT conditions in accordance with established clinical guidelines.
Provide pre-operative and post-operative assessments and education.
Conduct minor in-office procedures (e.g. cerumen removal nasal cautery flexible laryngoscopy foreign body removal) as credentialed.
Collaborate with physicians to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
Educate patients and families on diagnoses treatment options medications and preventive care.
Surgical First Assist Duties:
Serve as first assist in the operating room for a variety of ENT surgeries including but not limited to tonsillectomy/adenoidectomy sinus surgery ear surgery thyroid/parathyroid surgery and head & neck procedures.
Assist with intraoperative tasks such as tissue handling suturing hemostasis and instrument handling under physician direction.
Prepare patients for surgery including site verification and consent review.
Support post-operative recovery and coordinate follow-up care.
Summary
The Otolaryngology Nurse Practitioner provides advanced nursing care for patients with disorders of the ear nose throat head and neck. The NP works in collaboration with otolaryngologists and the multidisciplinary team to perform assessments manage medical and surgical treatments and provide patient education.Job Description
Perform detailed patient histories and physical examinations focused on ENT disorders. Order interpret and follow up on diagnostic tests such as audiograms CT/MRI scans and lab work. Assist in the management of acute and chronic ENT conditions including infections allergies voice and swallowing disorders and head and neck cancers. Provide preoperative and postoperative care for ENT surgical patients. Manage medication therapy including antibiotics steroids and other relevant treatments. Conduct minor procedures within scope of practice such as ear debridement nasal endoscopy and laryngoscopy. Educate patients and families on diagnosis treatment plans and preventive care. Document clinical encounters thoroughly and maintain accurate medical records. Participate in multidisciplinary case discussions and quality improvement initiatives.Qualifications
Masters or Doctorate degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program. If APRN was licensed prior to August 1 1995 masters degree in nursing is preferred.Experience in otolaryngology ENT or related fields preferred.
Current licensure as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner in each state of practice. Current Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) permit to prescribe controlled substances in each state of practice. State Controlled Substance License (if required by State) National board certification as a Family (NP-C) or (FNP-BC). Additional certifications require approval from a market executive leader: Adult-Gerontology Primary Care (AGPCNP-BC) or (A-GNP) Adult (ANP-C) Adult-Gerontology Acute Care (AGACNP-BC) or ACNPC-AG) Acute Care Adult (ACNP-BC) Obtains and subsequently maintains required specific competencies and certifications as outlined on privilege form. Privileging documents and related credentialing requirements will supersede this job description in defining minimum qualifications criteria and scope of practice if variation between documents exists.
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Required Experience:
Junior IC
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About Company
Marshfield Clinic is a health care system with over 50 locations in northern, central, and western Wisconsin. Marshfield Clinic Don't just live. Shine.
