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Physician Assistant
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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.
$119,339 / year median in Texas
+21% projected growth
Job Description
- Conduct patient assessments and provide appropriate medical treatment of minor emergencies.
- Assist in diagnostic evaluations in the clinical setting
- Manage and maintain accurate patient records including data collection and data management
- Provide health coaching and education to patients on various medical conditions
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals in a teaching hospital setting as needed Skills
- Proficiency in data collection and management
- Experience in Urgent care setting is a plus.
- Familiarity with E clinical works.
- Ability to perform minor procedures
- Strong diagnostic evaluation skills
- Excellent bedside manners