Marshfield Medical Center is seeking an ENT Surgical Physician Assistant to join our team in Marshfield, Wisconsin. The APC will play a vital role in providing comprehensive care within our Otolaryngology (ENT) department. This position combines both outpatient clinic services and surgical first-assist responsibilities. The APC will collaborate closely with ENT physicians, audiologists, and other healthcare professionals to deliver exceptional, patient-centered care across a wide range of ear, nose, throat, head, and neck conditions. You will also be included in a call rotation.

Clinical Duties (Outpatient & Procedural):

• Perform patient evaluations, including detailed history-taking, physical examinations, and ordering/interpretation of diagnostic tests.
• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic ENT conditions in accordance with established clinical guidelines.
• Provide pre-operative and post-operative assessments and education.
• Conduct minor in-office procedures (e.g., cerumen removal, nasal cautery, flexible laryngoscopy, foreign body removal) as credentialed.
• Collaborate with physicians to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, treatment options, medications, and preventive care.

Surgical First Assist Duties:

• Serve as first assist in the operating room for a variety of ENT surgeries, including but not limited to tonsillectomy/adenoidectomy, sinus surgery, ear surgery, thyroid/parathyroid surgery, and head & neck procedures.
• Assist with intraoperative tasks such as tissue handling, suturing, hemostasis, and instrument handling under physician direction.
• Prepare patients for surgery, including site verification and consent review.
• Support post-operative recovery and coordinate follow-up care.

EDUCATION

For positions requiring education beyond a high school diploma or equivalent, educational qualifications must be from an institution whose accreditation is recognized by the Council for Higher Education and Accreditation.

Minimum Required: Master s Degree in Nursing or Physician Assistant

EXPERIENCE

Preferred/Optional: One to two years nursing experience in specialty

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES

The following licensure(s), certification(s), registration(s), etc., are required for this position. Licenses with restrictions are subject to review to determine if restrictions are substantially related to the position.

Minimum Required: Current State of Wisconsin Nurse License or Nurse Compact License, and Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner Licensure. Current Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) License. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification awarded by the American Heart Association (AHA) within three months of hire. Additional department-specific certifications, licenses, or memberships may be required (varies by department/location).

Preferred/Optional: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification awarded by the American Heart Association (AHA) at time of hire.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health, dental, life, disability, and occurrence-based malpractice insurance
• CME benefits
• Retirement Plan
• Relocation support

Marshfield Clinic Health System is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization. This may qualify you for additional state and/or federal education loan forgiveness programs.

Marshfield Community

Nestled in the heart of Wisconsin, Marshfield is a safe, clean community with a population of about 20,000 people. The region boasts a solid economy and a low cost of living which includes below national average costs for housing and transportation. Community pride is evident in the private and city funds invested to make Marshfield a great place to live. Located one mile outside of town you will have access to 6,500 acres for hiking, biking, hunting, canoeing, cross-country skiing, berry picking, and wildlife or bird watching or simply enjoying the fresh air. With excellent schools and high school graduation rates high above the national average, Marshfield is committed to offering and preparing students for top-notch education opportunities. Those of us that have chosen to call Marshfield home have come to enjoy the benefits of short commutes, safe and friendly neighborhoods, fresh air and water, bountiful nature, and so much more. Come and see for yourself. Fun Fact: Marshfield is known as the HEART of Wisconsin!

Marshfield Clinic Health System physicians and staff are motivated by our mission to enrich lives. We serve more than 350,000 unique patients each year through accessible, high-quality healthcare, research and education. With more than 1,600 providers in 170 medical specialties and subspecialties as well as over 13,000 employees in 65 clinical locations in 45 communities serving Wisconsin and Michigan s Upper Peninsula, Marshfield Clinic Health System is nationally recognized for innovative practices and quality care.

The Marshfield Promise

Motivated by our mission to enrich lives, we use common values to ensure those we serve feel supported in their healthcare journey and staff and providers are actively engaged with one another. Together through our actions, we promise to deliver compassionate, safe and expert care to everyone.

The Marshfield Promise is centered around 5 core values; Patient-Centered, Trust, Teamwork, Excellence and Affordability.