$84.28-$119.30 Hourly / $14,608.00-$20,679.00 Monthly / $175,292.00-$248,144.00 Yearly
“The class specification shall be descriptive of the class and shall not be considered as a restriction on the assignment of duties not specifically listed.” (CSC Rule 7)
1. Assesses and manages the care of patients in a general medical setting or within specialty clinics of the Department of Public Health; takes medical histories; performs physical examinations utilizing diagnostic techniques; evaluates physical signs and symptoms; recognizes and evaluates patients who require the immediate attention of a physician.
2. Performs routine laboratory and screening procedures such as drawing of venous blood, taking cultures, performing and reading skin tests, EKG tracings and pap smears; interprets results of tests.
3. Performs routine therapeutic procedures such as injections, immunizations, removal of sutures, strapping, casting and splinting sprains, and incision and drainage of superficial skin infections.
4. Educates and counsels patients regarding matters pertaining to their physical and mental health, such as diets, social habits, family planning, growth and development, aging, and understanding and management of their disease; facilitates referrals of patients to appropriate health facilities, agencies and resources of the community.
5. Administers treatments and medications prescribed by physicians.
6. Maintains appropriate patient records of histories, examinations and treatments administered; presents pertinent data to the physician.
Comprehensive knowledge of: the laws and regulations governing Physician Assistants, disease conditions and procedures involved in treatment and diagnosis of these conditions, basic pharmacology, concepts in clinical medicine and surgery, community health, mental health and preventive medicine, routine laboratory and screening techniques.
Abilities and Skills to: Interview patients and compile complete and accurate medical histories, perform routine physical examinations, observe and evaluate patients’ emotional conditions, diagnose medical conditions and identify problems that require immediate consultation with a physician; assess and manage the care of patients, provide health education and counseling to patients, maintain good working relationships with other members of the health care team and prepare and maintain clear and concise patient case records and reports. Positions located in specialty areas may require appropriate knowledge and skills within the discipline.