How do they match: Physician Assistants

  • Provide healthcare services typically performed by a physician, under the supervision of a physician. Conduct complete physicals, provide treatment, and counsel patients. May, in some cases, prescribe medication. Must graduate from an accredited educational program for physician assistants.

  • Supervise and coordinate activities of technicians and technical assistants.
  • Instruct and counsel patients about prescribed therapeutic regimens, normal growth and development, family planning, emotional problems of daily living, and health maintenance.
  • Obtain, compile, and record patient medical data, including health history, progress notes, and results of physical examination.
  • Visit and observe patients on hospital rounds or house calls, updating charts, ordering therapy, and reporting back to physician.

  • Supervise patient care personnel.
  • Assist healthcare practitioners during surgery.
  • Provide health and wellness advice to patients, program participants, or caregivers.