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Physician Assistant-Certified
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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.
$125,507 / year median in Tennessee
+19% projected growth
Job Description
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Full Job Description Responsibilities:
- Provide orthopedic care services to patients under the supervision of a physician
- Conduct physical examinations and interpret medical history
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests, such as lab work and imaging studies
- Develop and implement treatment plans for acute conditions
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care
- Educate patients on preventive healthcare measures
Qualifications:
- Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program
- Current certification as a Physician Assistant (PA-C)
- State licensure or eligibility for state licensure as a Physician Assistant
- Strong knowledge of medical terminology and procedures
- Experience in orthopedics, spine, and interventional pain management
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment
- Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.