Physician Assistant

Description

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.