Otolaryngology Physician Assistant

Northwest ENT and Allergy Center

a 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.

SENTA Partners

is a leading Management Services Organization (MSO) specializing in providing comprehensive support to ENT and Allergy private practices. Our mission is to

help people

Breathe

better,

Hear

better,

Live

better.

At SENTA, we focus on the operational efficiencies and financial performance of our partner practices, allowing physicians to focus on delivering exceptional patient care. We are committed to fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment where our employees can thrive and grow.

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 clinics. This position provides comprehensive support in case management, follow-up care, and patient communication. Working under moderate supervision, the APP evaluates and manages patients with endocrine and ENT related conditions, while collaborating closely with clinic physician in complex cases to ensure optimal outcomes.

This d edicated advanced practice provider will support the endocrine ENT practice, with a secondary general ENT patient load. Emphasis on t hyroid and parathyroid disease.

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, allergy, and endocrine conditions.
Prescribe medications within prescriptive authority, including antihistamines, decongestants, mucolytics, bronchodilators, inhaled and oral steroids, and antibiotics.
Order and interpret appropriate diagnostic studies such as laboratory tests, ultrasounds, radiology, CT scans, and audiograms.
Some f irst assist time in the operating room alongside physicians on endocrine cases.
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.
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)
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 a clinical or outpatient setting, preferably in ENT, endocrinology, head and neck oncology, or surgical specialty background.
Neck ultrasound experience is a

STRONG PLUS.
Willingness to train in ultrasound guided fine needle aspiration is required, if not already skilled.
Strong clinical skills, with a focus on patient safety and quality care.
Eligible for hospital privileges.