Position Summary
Puget Sound ENT is a well-established, physician-led otolaryngology practice serving the greater Seattle area. We are committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in a collaborative and innovative clinical environment.As part of our continued growth, we are expanding into integrated allergy services to provide comprehensive airway care for our patients. We are seeking a motivated and experienced Physician Assistant (PA-C) to help launch and grow a new allergy and immunology program within our practice. This is a unique opportunity for a PA who enjoys both clinical care and program development, working closely with ENT physicians to build a high-impact service line.Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pmWhy Join Puget Sound ENT?
Established, respected private practice in a highly desirable Seattle market
Built-in patient volume and opportunity to grow a new specialty service
Supportive, physician-led culture focused on high-quality care
Opportunity to play a foundational role in building a new clinical program
Position Highlights
Help establish and grow a new allergy program within a thriving ENT practice
Strong internal referral base from ENT providers
Opportunity for autonomy and leadership in clinic operations
Collaborative, team-based environment
Long-term growth and leadership potential
Key Duties and Responsibilities
The key duties and responsibilities of the Physician Assistant include, but are not limited to:
Evaluate and manage patients with:
Allergic rhinitis and chronic sinusitis
Asthma and respiratory allergies
Food allergies and anaphylaxis
Atopic dermatitis and urticaria
Perform and oversee:
Skin prick and intradermal testing
Patch testing
Administration and monitoring of allergen immunotherapy (SCIT/SLIT)
Educate patients on allergy management and treatment plans
Collaborate closely with supervising physicians and ENT colleagues
Assist in developing clinic workflows and protocols
Must follow all policies as introduced during new associate On-Boarding, updated real-time and outlined in Associate Handbook
Education/Experience
Graduate of accredited Physician’s Assistant Program
Board certified or board eligible (PA-C)
Licensed or eligible for licensure in Washington State
Prior experience in allergy, immunology, ENT, or related field preferred
Strong clinical skills and patient-centered approach
Interest in program building and practice growth
Current Certification as a physician assistant by the National Commission of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
Current CPR and BLS from the American Heart Association
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Advanced physical assessment and critical thinking skills required
Ability to listen, interact and communicate verbally and in writing
Required: Comprehensive knowledge of surgical procedures, techniques, Standards of Care, instrumentation, equipment, and supplies as they directly correlate to the specialty.
Superior customer service skills
Great interpersonal skills; demonstrating patience, composure and cooperation; working well with all patients, physicians and staff.
Advanced understanding of and adherence to all safety, risk management and precautionary procedures, including the consistent respect for confidentiality (HIPAA)
Using time efficiently, with meticulous attention to detail, accuracy and completion
Ability to manage multiple factors for the best result.
Resourcefulness in addressing first level problems and tenacity to see things through to solution
Ability to remove oneself personally from given situations, remaining objective
Able to adapt to change, delays or unexpected events while maintaining a positive mindset
Clear oral and written communication
Ability to provide feedback to improve performance
Self-motivated; able to work following specific guidelines and in accordance with detailed instructions; measure self against standard of excellence, overcome obstacles and challenges with little supervision
Work Environment/Physical Demands
The work environment/physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a teammate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable differently abled persons to perform the essential functions.