| Description: |
Physician Assistant - Otolaryngology - Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT)
Rhode Island Hospital - Providence, Rhode Island - 100 Dudley Street
Rhode Island Hospital/Hasbro Children’s Hospital is a private, 719-bed, not-for-profit hospital and academic medical center. Founded in 1863, Rhode Island Hospital is the state’s largest general acute care hospital and is a Level 1 Trauma Center. Rhode Island Hospital is accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations and the largest teaching hospital for The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University.
Rhode Island Hospital/Hasbro Children’s Hospital has more than 6,300 dedicated employees and 1,420 affiliated physicians. The hospital ranks in the top 50 hospitals in the country and Hasbro Children’s Hospital has been ranked among the top 30 children’s hospitals by Parents magazine. The hospital anticipates a 19% growth in staff over the next 10 years. The hospital is situated on a beautiful 69-acre campus in Providence, Rhode Island.
The Physician Assistant working in the Otolaryngology Unit under the general supervision of the designated supervising physician, works directly with the clinical faculty and residents to provide quality patient care in the Emergency Department, inpatient units, and ENT clinic, following all pertinent policies and procedures. Duties include pre, intra and post-operative management of patients, assistance with surgical procedures, first call coverage (home based) two nights per week, and consults in the ED and inpatient units. The Physician Assistant reports to the Chief of the Department of Otolaryngology for administrative and general clinical responsibilities, and to the pertinent staff otolaryngologist for daily patient care responsibilities.
When applying please refer to requisition number R09-2240. |
| Requirements: |
Bachelor’s Degree in Biology and two years of graduate study in an AMA approved Physician’s Assistant program. Current registration or eligibility to practice as a Physician’s Assistant in the State of Rhode Island as well as ACLS Certification and State Controlled Substance Certification.
An extremely high level of analytical ability in order to apply post-surgical training to the treatment of patients. Good interpersonal skills in order to deal effectively with patients and nursing personnel. Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span, with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.
New graduates are encouraged to apply. Experience as Physician Assistant caring for patients in a hospital setting, preferred. On-the-job training and experience to become familiar with job responsibilities and work routines will be provided.
You’ll enjoy an excellent benefit package, relocation assistance, generous CME opportunities, and a competitive salary.
To learn more about the opportunity, please contact Ken Turbitt at Rhode Island Hospital at (401) 444-8320 and/or send your CV to kturbitt@lifespan.org. When applying, please refer to requisition number R09-0875.
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