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Physician Assistant - Orthopaedics
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What they do
A Physician Assistant provides medical care to patients, under the supervision of a physician or surgeon. Works in all areas and specialties of medicine, and is licensed to practice medicine but has less formal certification than a physician. Performs duties delegated by a physician such as recording patient medical histories, ordering diagnostic tests, or giving immunizations. May serve as the primary healthcare provider, in consultation with a part-time physician, in communities with limited health care resources.
$134,627 / year median in Maryland
+17% projected growth
Job Description
Responsibilities:
- Provide comprehensive medical care to patients under the supervision of a physician
- Conduct physical examinations and obtain medical histories
- Diagnose and treat acute and chronic illnesses
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests, such as lab work and imaging studies
- Develop and implement treatment plans for patients
- Prescribe medications and therapies
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care
- Educate patients and their families about healthcare management and disease prevention
Qualifications:
- Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program
- Current certification as a Physician Assistant (PA-C)
- State licensure as a Physician Assistant
- Familiarity with standards of care in various healthcare settings
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
INDP Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$110,000.00- $165,000.