Physician Assistant
Advocare•Newark, DE
About The Position
The main job of a Physician Assistant is to support the physical and mental health of their patients by working closely with them and their families.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited PA program and pass the NCCPA certification exam.
- Must have a bachelor’s degree in physician assistant studies or a related field.
- State License
- Maintenance of NCCPA certification will meet the CME requirement for renewal of licensure
- for writing of prescriptions: PA number required on prescriptions
- Federal DEA number to write for controlled substances and State Controlled Substance number
Nice To Haves
- Delaware mandates that PAs complete a degree from a program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA). The state does not recognize degrees from non-accredited institutions, making it essential for students to verify accreditation before enrollment.
Responsibilities
- Greeting patients and gathering information about their medical history and current symptoms
- Performing physical exams to make correct diagnoses
- Working with Physicians and Nurses to prescribe and administer treatments
- Ordering diagnostic testing, such as bloodwork and imaging tests
- Monitoring patient progress and making adjustments to treatment plans as needed
- Instructing patients and their families about lifestyle changes and self-care techniques that complement treatment plans
- Maintaining accurate patient records
- Referring patients to specialists as needed
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
