Job Description

The Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at M Health Fairview is seeking a highly motivated Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner (with certification for patients through the life span, infant to adults), preferably with experience or advanced training in Otolaryngology. Working with the Otolaryngology Faculty, the candidate will be primarily caring for patients in the outpatient clinic setting with opportunity for first assist in the OR.  The primary locations will be at M Health Fairview Fridley, Elk River and Maplewood.

Responsibilities will include providing care and education to patients with various otolaryngologic conditions in coordination with the attending physicians and performing various procedures in the office setting. Procedures include, but are not limited to: biopsies, nasal packing and nasal cautery, suture and drain removal, ear cleaning, and laryngoscopy. Experience in otolaryngology preferred; however new graduates are welcome to apply.

This is a full-time daytime position.  There may be call responsibilities during the week with no night call.  At this time, there are no weekends required, though this may be added in the distant future.  M Health Fairview offers a comprehensive benefits package to include health, dental, vision and malpractice insurance, retirement plan and CME allowance.

Essential Functions

Demonstrate proficiency in the care of all age groups; neonates, infants, toddlers, school aged, adolescents, and adults.Perform history and physicals and consults in both the inpatient and outpatient setting.Make hospital rounds and write daily progress notes on patients as medically indicated.Assist the surgeons in the operating room with surgical procedures as requested.Perform office-based procedures under the supervision of an attending physician. This may include removal of cerumen, assist with flexible fiberoptic laryngoscopy, head/neck/oral cavity biopsies, nasal packing, cautery, drain removal, suture removal, etc.Educate patients, families and other stakeholders on otolaryngologic conditions and plan of care. Provide ongoing general education to all clinic staff and personnel who work with our patient populationParticipate in divisional, departmental, and hospital programs for Quality Assessment and Improvement, identifying opportunities to improve services, making recommendations and implementing actions as appropriate and consistent with the goals of M Health Fairview.

Requirements: 

Graduate of an accredited program with current PA certificationCurrent license to practice as a Physician Assistant (PA) by the State of MinnesotaCurrent BLS certification

OR

Graduate from an accredited Master’s or Doctorate Degree Nurse Practitioner Program with certification in specialty area for care of patients through the age continuum.Current license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in the State of MinnesotaCurrent BLS certification

What We Offer

We're proud to offer a competitive salary and a market-leading benefits package to support our employees and their families. Our benefits package was recently recognized for its appealing and inclusive nature. Some important highlights include:

Comprehensive medical and dental insurance plansBest in industry 401K employer contributionAs a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, we are a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness ProgramCME reimbursement, concierge services and a well-being allowance

Additional information on our benefits can be found here.

About our Community

We are based in Minneapolis and consistently ranked as one of the best places to live in America by U.S. News & World Report. The Minneapolis-St. Paul area offers a high quality of life and a low cost of living. You'll find excellent school systems, a robust economy, an award-winning culinary scene, museums of all types, outstanding theaters, and a reliable international airport. If you love the outdoors, you can enjoy all four seasons with the plethora of lakes, parks, and some of the country's best bike trails!

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University of Minnesota Physicians (M Physicians), a non-profit organization headquartered in Minneapolis, seeks motivated individuals for both clinical and non-clinical roles to drive innovation in health and medicine. Our inclusive culture offers competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and the opportunity for career development in the exciting field of health care to over 1,200 physicians, 300 advanced practice providers, and 2,200 health professionals and staff across Minnesota and beyond.

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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.