Physician Assistant

Physician Assistant

The Physician Assistant provides medical services to patients of all ages under the direction or in collaboration with a physician as required by law. The Physician Assistant collaborates with the multidisciplinary team to collect and document patient data, conducts diagnostic and therapeutic tests and procedures, performs physician examinations, assessments and screenings, prescribes medications and treatments, orders and schedules laboratory studies to provides evidence based care and comprehensive services, including direct patient care services. The Physician Assistant may work in all specialty and primary care areas, diagnosing and treating common illnesses and performing minor procedures.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Health Science field preferred, may be required by state regulations or contract specifications
• Physician's Assistant Certificate of Registration or License from the state Medical Board
• Certified as a Physician's Assistant by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants preferred; may be required by state regulations or contract specifications
• One (1) year of experience as a Physician's Assistant strongly preferred
• BLS certified required
• ACLS/PALS per state or contract requirements.
• Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice
• TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
• Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)
• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
• Must be at least 18 years of age