Physician Assistant
About The Position
The Physician Assistant provides pediatric care through well-child exams, sick visits, and follow-up evaluations. The role includes assessing patients, diagnosing and managing common pediatric conditions, ordering and interpreting diagnostic studies, and developing treatment plans within the scope of practice. The Physician Assistant also monitors growth, development, immunizations, and preventive care needs; educates and counsels patients and parents; identifies conditions requiring referral; maintains accurate medical records; and collaborates with the care team to provide high-quality care.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited physician assistant program.
- Current state license.
- NCCPA certification.
- Excellent clinical and communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- Pediatric experience.
Responsibilities
- Perform well-child exams, sick visits, and follow-up evaluations.
- Obtain medical histories and conduct physical examinations.
- Diagnose and manage common pediatric conditions.
- Order and interpret laboratory tests and diagnostic studies.
- Prescribe medications and develop treatment plans within the scope of practice.
- Monitor growth, development, immunizations, and preventive care needs.
- Provide patient and parent education, anticipatory guidance, and counseling.
- Identify conditions requiring referrals.
- Maintain timely and accurate medical records.
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and medical assistants to ensure high-quality patient care.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
