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The Physician Assistant provides medical services to patients of all ages under the direction of a physician; collects and documents patient data, conducts diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, orders and schedules laboratory studies and provides professional consultations and direct patient care services. The Physician Assistant works in all specialty and primary care areas, diagnosing and treating common illnesses and performing minor procedures.

Minimum Requirements:

+ Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Health Science field preferred, may be required by state regulations or contract specifications

+ Physician's Assistant Certificate of Registration or License from the Virginia state Medical Board

+ Certified as a Physician's Assistant by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants preferred; may be required by state regulations or contract specifications.

+ 2 years of Emergency medicine experience as a Physician Assistant minimum required

+ ACLS certified required

+ Must have a Virginia DEA

+ TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable

+ Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)

+ Must meet all federal, state and local requirements

+ Must be at least 18 years of age