Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner, Otolaryngology / ENT UMass, Worcester, MA

Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, Otolaryngology / ENT -UMass, Worcester, MA

Position Summary :

Advanced Practice Provider (APP) opportunity to join the Department of Otolaryngology at UMass in Worcester, MA. This is a full-time position, consisting of 40 hours per week, no call duty or weekend shifts.

This position is collaborative serving otolaryngology patients of all ages including pediatric, otologic and neurotologic disorders. The UMass Medical Group s Department of Otolaryngology is the largest in central Massachusetts and provides a full range of surgical and medical care.

The ideal candidate should have a strong commitment to pediatric and adult care and be interested in working both in a clinical setting and occasional inpatient consultations. ENT experience is preferred but not mandatory. The pediatric and otologic clinicians would be willing to train and mentor the right candidate. Proficiency with EMR and the ability to practice both independently and as part of a team are essential.

Major Responsibilities :

Provides diagnostic and assessment services. Secures a health history from patient and / or family, records findings, and evaluates them. Performs a complete in-depth physical examination. Orders / performs pertinent diagnostic tests based on age and history.

Analyzes data collected to determine health status and identify differential diagnoses based on history, physical exam, and clinical findings.

Partners with physicians regarding proposed plan of care. Formulates this plan of care with the patient.

Manages therapeutic regime as outlined by established protocols for patients with acute illnesses. (Protocols are guidelines concerning patient care that are established between the physician and nurse practitioner. The guidelines outline subjective and objective findings, treatment plan and follow-up). Reassesses and modifies plan as necessary to achieve medical and health goals. Confers with physician for clinical direction as outlined by protocols.

Documents patient care outcomes to determine effectiveness of plan of care. Communicates outcomes with physician.

Qualifications :

Massachusetts Medical license, DEA registration

Certification as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

BLS & NRP certification

Our Benefits

Tuition & Loan Reimbursement

Loan Forgiveness

Matching 401K and Pension Plan

Flexible scheduling with paid time off

CME Time and Practice Allowance

Top Tier Medical Insurance (Health / Dental / Vision)