Physician Assistant for Internal Medicine office

Duties and Responsibilities

Clinical Care

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including history taking, physical exams, and review of systems.

• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions under physician supervision.

• Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests such as lab work, imaging, and EKGs.

• Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with the supervising physician.

• Perform in-office procedures as authorized (e.g., wound care, and suture removal).

• Prescribe medications and therapies in accordance with state laws and supervising physician protocols.

Patient Education and Communication

• Educate patients and families about medical conditions, treatment plans, medications, and preventative health strategies.

• Provide counseling on lifestyle changes, chronic disease management, and medication adherence.

• Serve as a point of contact for patient concerns, following up with patients according to treatment plans, test results, referrals, and ongoing care.

Care Coordination

• Coordinate referrals to specialists, imaging centers, and other services as needed.

• Collaborate with nurses, medical assistants, and administrative staff to ensure seamless patient care.

• Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans accordingly.

Documentation and Compliance

• Maintain accurate, up-to-date, and thorough documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR).

• Ensure compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, and infection control policies.

• Complete billing and coding documentation in a timely and accurate manner.

Practice Support

• Support coverage during provider absences or during high patient volume periods.

Professional Development

• Stay current with medical knowledge, guidelines, and licensure requirements.

• Participate in relevant professional organizations and CME (Continuing Medical Education) activities.