A physician assistant (PA) job involves diagnosing illnesses, developing treatment plans, prescribing medications, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, and assisting in surgery, all under the supervision of a physician. Key responsibilities include conducting physical exams, reviewing medical histories, educating patients on health conditions, and managing patient care. PAs work in diverse medical settings and are essential members of the healthcare team, providing comprehensive and direct patient care.
Core Responsibilities
Patient Examination and Diagnosis: Conducting physical exams, reviewing patient medical histories, and diagnosing injuries and illnesses.
Treatment Planning: Developing and managing comprehensive treatment plans for patients.
Prescribing and Monitoring: Prescribing medications and monitoring patient progress to adjust treatments as needed.
Diagnostic Services: Ordering and interpreting laboratory tests, X-rays, and other diagnostic assessments.
Surgical Assistance: Assisting in surgeries and potentially performing minor surgical procedures.
Patient Education: Counseling patients and their families on health maintenance, disease prevention, and new treatments.
Record Keeping: Maintaining accurate patient records and documenting progress and treatments.
Collaboration: Working closely with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care. Key Skills and Qualifications
Medical Education: Formal education to examine, diagnose, and treat patientsa
Attention to Detail: Essential for accurate patient assessments and record-keeping.
Communication Skills: Excellent ability to communicate with patients, families, and other healthcare team members.
Clinical Experience: Experience in a relevant specialty, with a desire to continue ongoing education and training.
Teamwork: Ability to function effectively as part of a collaborative healthcare team. Work Environment
Physician assistants can work in a wide variety of settings, including: Hospitals, Diagnostic centers, Multispecialty clinics, and Private medical practices.
Tamil candidates only
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: ₹11,256.96 - ₹25,952.54 per month
Benefits:
Food provided
Work Location: In person
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