Basic Life Support (BLS), Clinical Competency, Communication Skills, Endoscopy, Health Plan, Nurse Practitioner, Organizational Skills, Otolaryngology, Outpatient Care, Patient Administration, Patient Care, Physician Assistant, Reimbursement, Team Player, United States Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA), Urology, Wound Care
Job Title: Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner - Otolaryngology – Portland, OR
Hook: Join a leading facility in Portland, Oregon, as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner specializing in Otolaryngology. Enjoy a flexible outpatient clinic schedule, competitive pay, and an immediate start date around late August/early September. This is a fantastic opportunity for experienced providers seeking a rewarding locum role with great support.
Quick Facts:
- Location: Portland, OR (9205 Southwest Barnes Road, Portland, OR 97225)
- Start Date: 08/31/2026
- End Date: 02/26/2027
- Schedule: Clinic-only outpatient coverage, approximately 4 days/week (2.5-3 days ENT, ½-1 day Urology)
- Shift Times: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm (includes admin, patient visits, lunch, and admin time)
- Hours/Week: 36-40 hours/week
- Employment Type: Locum, Part-time depending on schedule needs
- Certifications & Licenses: Active Oregon license, DEA, BLS; Board Certified or truly BE in applicable field
- Experience: ENT experience preferred; urology experience a plus; wound assessment and suture removal experience desirable
Pay & Benefits:
- Hourly pay rate: $1.00 (paid via weekly direct deposit)
- Comprehensive medical benefits (W-2)
- Paid sick time according to applicable laws
- Robust referral bonus program
- Licensure, certification, travel, and other reimbursements when applicable
- 24/7 dedicated team support
What You’ll Do:
- Conduct post-op and routine follow-up visits for ENT and urology patients
- Perform wound assessments and suture removal
- Assist with evaluation of tonsil, adenoid, and otitis media cases
- Utilize flexible endoscopy techniques (preferred but not required)
- Manage nasal cautery and foreign body removal procedures (preferred)
- Document patient encounters accurately and efficiently
- Collaborate with physicians and team members to deliver excellent patient care
What You Need:
- Active Oregon state medical license and DEA
- BLS certification
- 1+ years of experience in ENT; urology experience preferred
- Strong clinical skills in wound care, endoscopy, and office diagnostics
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
About the Assignment:
This outpatient clinic-based position involves managing post-operative and routine ENT and urology patients, with some flexibility for urology-related visits. The provider will be part of a dedicated team supporting patient care at a leading facility in Portland, Oregon. The schedule is designed to allow for a balanced work and personal life, with interviews held via Microsoft Teams on Tuesdays between 1-2 pm PST. Please specify your availability in your application.
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