Exciting Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner Position in Central South Carolina!
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner to join our dynamic practice, SC ENT, Allergy and Sleep Medicine.
This role includes comprehensive responsibilities in case management and patient communication, supporting our commitment to deliver high-quality patient care.
The Physician Assistant / NP will work under moderate supervision and is essential in creating favorable impressions with patients through exceptional service and clinical care.
The primary responsibilities will involve evaluating patients primarily for follow-up visits, with a focus on the respiratory tract and skin.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Patient Evaluation : Conduct brief histories of the chief complaint or inquire about the interval history since the last appointment for follow-up patients.
- Physical Examinations : Perform detailed physical examinations focusing on the nose, ears, throat, respiratory tract, and skin.
- Clinical Assessment : Provide a clinical assessment including differential diagnosis where indicated. Develop and document treatment plans tailored to each patient, ensuring clear communication.
- Consultation : In complex cases, promptly consult with clinic physicians either directly or by phone. Mandatory consultation is required in difficult cases to ensure the highest standards of care.
- Prescription Authority : With appropriate prescriptive authority, prescribe medications such as antihistamines, decongestants, mucolytics, bronchodilators, inhaled and oral steroids, and antibiotics.
- Management of Reactions : Assist in the management and treatment of reactions secondary to immunotherapy, seeking immediate consultation with a clinic physician when reactions are severe.
- Diagnostic Tests : Order and interpret specific laboratory assessments, radiology, and CT scans as appropriate to the patients medical condition.
- On-Call Responsibilities : Available to take calls from home during after-office hours with physician back-up always available for consultation.
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner Program.
- Current Physician Assistant / NP license or eligible to be licensed in the state of SC.
- Strong computer proficiency, including Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Eligible for hospital privileges.
Working Hours
The role requires traveling between multiple offices including Lugoff, Downtown, Northeast, and Sumter.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
- Supportive work environment with state-of-the-art medical facilities.