Physician Assistant

Job Summary

• Provides routine medical care to an out-patient population.
• Works under the supervision of a doctor.
• Obtains health information from patients.
• Performs physical examinations and assesses any medical problems.
• Practices safe and healthy control methods while working with patients.
• Educates patients and families concerning medical treatments, medications, etc.
• Administers or orders for diagnostic tests such as x-ray, electrocardiograms and lab tests.
• Interprets test results to diagnose any related health issues.
• Counsels patients about compliance with medication.
• Assists in preoperative or postoperative care.
• Coordinates activities of patient care.
• Documents patients progress with medication or treatment.
• Performs other tasks as directed.

Requirements:

Job Qualifications

• Minimum Education: Bachelor’s Degree
• Minimum Experience: 1 Year in training program
• Minimum Field of Expertise: State Board approved programs

Competencies

• Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems time efficiently; Gathers and analyzes information; Develops solutions; Uses reason.
• Technical Skills – Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues developmental opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
• Project Management – Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Manages project team activities.
• Teamwork – Balances team and individual responsibilities; Gives and welcomes feedback; Able to build morale and group commitments to objectives.
• Oral Communication – Speaks clearly and persuasively; Listens and gets clarification when necessary; Responds informatively to questions.
• Written Communication – Writes clearly and concisely; Edits work; Varies writing style to meet specific needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
• Leadership – Inspires and motivates others to perform well; Effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Gives recognition to others as appropriate.
• Planning/Organizing – Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives.
• Teaching/Training, clearly explains concepts; Varies presentation style to satisfy different learning needs.