Physician Assistant

What they do

• Assess patients' health and their demands and aim to fulfill them as well as possible.
• Issue appropriate prescriptions and administer medicine.
• Inform physicians about any problems or discrepancies that might arise.
• Acquire and review patient histories identifying abnormal conditions.
• Monitor patients' progress and keep records of treatments, surgeries or other medical events.
• Attend to emergencies.
• Provide help during surgeries.
• Prepare patients for examinations and conduct routine procedures (measure blood pressure and temperature, administer injections etc.).
• Provide therapeutic treatments (disinfecting wounds, stitching etc.).
• Cultivate a climate of trust and compassion for the patients.
• Comply strictly with medical care regulations and safety standards.
• Collaborate effectively with team members of various specializations.

Qualifications

• Proven work experience as a physician assistant or nurse.
• Knowledge of medical guidelines and procedures regarding examination, therapy and recovery.
• Familiarity with advancements in medical technology and current know-how.
• Problem solving skills and ability to multitask.
• Caring and compassionate.
• Team player with good communication skills.
• BS/MA in Physician Assistant Studies, Health Science or Medical Science.