Physician Assistant

Job Responsibilities

Order, perform and interpret laboratory tests, diagnostic and invasive procedures as appropriate.

Following physician observation and approval of technique, perform therapeutic or corrective measures, including but not limited to suturing, incision and drainage, casting and splinting.

Refer patients to appropriate specialists, services and community resources (i.e. physical therapy, other subspecialists and social services).

Provide and conduct hospital admissions, contingent upon appropriate hospital clinical privileges.

Provide emergency care in collaboration with the physician.

Provide preventative care and counseling on health and awareness related conditions.

Prescribe appropriate medications as needed.

The supervising physician or physician designee reviews all patient encounters no later than (72) seventy-two hours after the physician assistant has seen the patient. (100% of charts in first 3 years of employment; 50% of charts thereafter. IN code 25-27.5-6-1)