Physician Assistant/NP

Physician Assistants (PAs) are licensed healthcare professionals who practice medicine under the supervision of physicians and surgeons. Their duties vary by setting and specialty, but here are the core responsibilities: Primary Duties of a Physician Assistant (PA): Patient Care: Take medical histories and perform physical exams. Diagnose and treat illnesses, injuries, and other health conditions. Order and interpret diagnostic tests (X-rays, blood tests, etc.). Clinical Procedures: Perform basic medical procedures such as suturing, casting, and wound care. Assist in surgeries or perform minor surgical procedures depending on state laws and specialization. Prescribing Medications: Prescribe medications, including controlled substances (varies by state law). Monitor patients for reactions or side effects of medications. Treatment Planning: Develop and manage patient treatment plans. Provide patient education on disease prevention, health maintenance, and management of chronic conditions. Documentation: Maintain accurate and detailed patient records in electronic health record (EHR) systems. Team Collaboration: Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers to deliver coordinated care. Participate in rounds and case discussions. Patient Counseling: Educate patients and their families about diagnoses, procedures, and at-home care. Multiple locations, Livonia- Dearborn-Hamtramck Specialty-Specific Duties: In surgical specialties: assist during operations and provide pre- and post-operative care. In emergency medicine: evaluate acute conditions and trauma. In primary care: conduct routine exams, vaccinations, and screenings. #J-18808-Ljbffr