Physician Assistant in California

Physician Assistant Job Description • Assesses the medical condition of patient by interviewing, accurately reviewing medical history, and performing physical examinations • Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests • Consults with physician concerning patient health plan and treatment • Prescribes or recommends medical drug or therapeutic treatments • Documents patient care by accurately charting patient services • Counsels patients and families about health status and treatment plan • Complies with local, state, and federal legal requirements and professional standards to maintain a safe, healthy, and secure work environment • Maintains patient confidentiality and adheres to confidentiality policy • Performs other related work requested by the supervising physician or center manager Minimum Qualifications • Successful completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program • Current applicable state licensure to practice as a Physician Assistant or ability to obtain licensure upon the date of hire • Certification from the National Commission on Certification of Physician’s Assistants. Current certification dependent upon specific position to include Basic Life Support (CPR) • Annual TB screening required • Fingerprinting, depending on state