POSITION SUMMARY
The physician assistant shall work in collaboration with the practicing physicians and provide health care for patients. This care includes history taking, physical exams, diagnoses, prescribing of medications, treatment plans and the appropriate use of ancillary services.
BASIC KNOWLEDGE
The Physician Assistant shall be a graduate of a training program approved by the Council for Allied Health Education and Accreditation (CAHEA), shall be currently certified by the National Council for the Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA), and shall be licensed by the Board of Medical Practice of the State of Vermont. The Physician Assistant shall be currently registered by the Drug Enforcement Administration.
EXPERIENCE
Three to five years experience in direct patient care required. One to two years experience as Physician Assistant preferred.