APRN/PA- ENT Clinic (Jonesboro, AR)

Current University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) employees, including student employees and graduate assistants, should apply through the internal Workday portal.

About the Role

We are seeking a qualified provider to join our patient-centered care team as an Advanced Practice Nurse/Physician Assistant (APRN/PA) at UAMS. In this role, you will support operations at the Jonesboro Family Medical Center (FMC) by serving as a key clinical extension. You will manage clinic workflows, coordinate complex visit schedules, and perform ENT procedures with accuracy. The APRN/PA will independently handle patient evaluations in collaboration with supervising physicians to ensure seamless, high-quality outpatient care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct clinical assessments, assist with care coordination, respond to messages via MyChart and in-basket, address patient inquiries, and manage prescriptions.
• Evaluate new and follow-up patients, review pathology and imaging results, and provide comprehensive patient education and follow-up planning in the outpatient setting.
• Perform otomicroscopy with cerumen removal, flexible fiberoptic laryngoscopy, videostroboscopy, nasal endoscopy, and sinus debridement under physician supervision.
• Perform skin and soft tissue biopsies of the mouth and throat with physician assistance.
• Coordinate specialized, multidisciplinary care and facilitate patient consults to ensure timely and appropriate treatment.
• Provide comprehensive health assessments, determine diagnoses, implement treatment plans, prescribe medical treatments, and manage health issues in collaboration with the designated physician.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to diagnose and manage patient health care problems, serving as a resource, interdisciplinary consultant, and patient advocate.
• Manage post-procedure immunosuppression and labs in coordination with the physician and pharmacist.
• Participate in institutional initiatives and encourage participation of others.
• Collaborate in policy and program development, implementation, and evaluation using best practices in delivering quality service.
• Edit and document results in various critical care systems.
• Undertake additional duties as assigned to support the clinical mission.

Requirements

For APRN:

• Master’s Degree in Nursing
• Three (3) years of nursing experience
• Licensed Registered Nurse in Arkansas
• APRN License

For PA:

• Master’s Education
• PA Licensure

Outpatient Expectations:

• Evaluate postoperative and established patients for medication management of common ear, nose, and throat conditions in conjunction with otolaryngologists.

Benefits

UAMS offers the following benefits for eligible positions:

• Health: Medical, Dental, and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

This position is subject to pre-employment screening, including criminal background, drug testing, and education verification.