Join our team at Wyandot Memorial Hospital, where you’ll find a supportive, community-focused environment, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of our patients. Be part of a dedicated team that values teamwork, professional growth, and a strong commitment to compassionate, high-quality care.
The Physician Assistant position is part of the Specialty Healthcare department and provides comprehensive patient care services within the Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) specialty practice at Wyandot Memorial Hospital. This position works collaboratively with the supervising physicians and interdisciplinary team to evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients with a variety of ENT conditions in both outpatient and procedural settings. Responsibilities include conducting patient assessments, developing treatment plans, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, providing patient education, performing approved procedures within the scope of practice, and ensuring high-quality, patient-centered care.
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program required.
- Current licensure as a Physician Assistant in the State of Ohio required.
- Current certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) required.
- Current DEA registration or ability to obtain upon hire.
- Current BLS certification required; ACLS preferred.
- Previous experience in Otolaryngology (ENT), surgery, or specialty practice preferred.
- Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and evidence-based clinical practices.
- Excellent assessment, clinical decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with physicians, staff, and patients.
- Proficiency in electronic medical record systems; Epic experience preferred.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including obtaining medical histories and conducting physical examinations.
- Evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients with ear, nose, throat, head, and neck conditions within the scope of practice.
- Order, interpret, and communicate diagnostic tests and results.
- Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with the supervising physician.
- Perform approved clinical procedures and assist with office-based procedures as appropriate.
- Provide patient and family education regarding diagnoses, treatments, medications, and follow-up care.
- Document patient encounters accurately and timely within the electronic medical record.
- Coordinate care with physicians, nursing staff, and ancillary departments to ensure continuity of care.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and maintain compliance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain continuing education and professional licensure requirements.