What are the responsibilities and job description for the Locum Tenens Pediatric Otolaryngology PA Portland, OR | Travel/Lodging Covered, Epic, 4-Day Week position at Adelphi Staffing, LLC?
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Join a pediatric outpatient otolaryngology team in Portland, OR (97225) on a locum tenens basis to cover a maternity/paternity vacancy. This clinical-only assignment runs Aug 31, 2026 – Feb 26, 2027, Monday–Thursday, 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m., with an average daily census of 14 pediatric patients.
Key responsibilities
- Provide outpatient evaluation and management of pediatric ENT conditions, including tonsil/adenoid disease and otitis media.
- Conduct post-operative follow-up for pediatric urology patients.
- Perform procedures as needed: flexible endoscopy, nasal cautery, foreign body removal, wound assessment, and suture removal.
- Document encounters and coordinate care in Epic EMR with supervising physicians.
Clinical setting and support
- Outpatient clinic using Epic.
- Support staff: 2 RNs, 2–3 MAs, 2 PA/NP colleagues, and 3 office staff.
Requirements and credentials
- BC or genuinely BE in Physician Assistant practice; experience in ENT required; pediatric urology experience is a plus.
- Oregon state license and DEA registration required.
- BLS certification required.
- Proficiency with Epic EMR.
- Preferred procedural skills: flexible endoscopy, nasal cautery, foreign body removal, wound assessment, suture removal.
Administrative details
- Credentialing with payors required; targeting a late August/September 1 start.
- Travel, lodging, and malpractice insurance provided by the agency.