Physician Assistant-QHC-13601-005 - Mount Sinai Health System : Job Details

Under the general supervision of a licensed and Board-Certified Physician, evaluates and treats adult patients having medical, psychiatric, and/or surgical problems. Performs routine histories and physical/psychiatric examinations; performs and/or interprets diagnostic tests and/or procedures as detailed in the department specific scope of practice. Participates in teaching and quality assurance activities with other members of the clinical department. Delivers direct patient care. Responsibilities Under the general supervision of an appropriately licensed and Board-Certified Physician: 1. Performs complete patient histories and physical/psychiatric examinations; orders laboratory tests and x-rays; performs and/or interprets laboratory and test results; and initiates treatment. May perform routine or emergency procedures including but not limited to pap smears, irrigation and suturing of wounds or incisions, drainage of abscesses, insertion of nasogastric tubes and intravenous lines, s...Physician, Assistant, Patient Care, Healthcare, Medical, Practice