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Physician Assistant
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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.
$132,705 / year median in Pennsylvania
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Physician Assistant LiveWell Homecare Agency Danville, PA Job Details 3 days ago Qualifications Master's degree Advanced practice provider Full Job Description Job Summary Provides care to new or established patients in collaboration with physicians, demonstrating autonomy through evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up. Orders and interprets tests, prescribes medications, and manages treatments within the scope of practice. Roles may include triage, telephone communication, and patient education. Job Duties Assess and diagnose patients, developing treatment plans. Accurately document in electronic medical records, order tests, interpret results, and prescribe evidence-based therapies. Adjust or discontinue medications as needed. Report significant risks or concerns to the collaborating physician. Perform procedures within licensed scope. Communicate with physicians, patients, and staff via phone or other means. Provide safe, ethical care and health education in understandable language, acting as the patient's advocate. Follow policies, meet deadlines, and meet departmental goals. Work is performed mainly in a clinical setting. The role requires meeting job-specific obligations and organizational policies. Additional skills and competencies may be necessary based on departmental orientation. Education Master's Degree in Physician Assistant Studies (Required)