What are the responsibilities and job description for the Primary Care Physician Assistant position at Yale New Haven Health?
Overview of Primary Care at Yale New Haven Health
The primary care physician assistant plays a vital role in delivering high-quality patient care by collaborating with attending physicians and providing comprehensive treatment across various settings.
- Patient assessments, treatment planning, education, and psychosocial support are key responsibilities of this position.
- This role requires a valid PA certification and an active license to practice in Connecticut.
Clinical Responsibilities
The primary care physician assistant provides assessment, triage, and therapeutic management of patient needs throughout the disease process as part of an interdisciplinary team.
- Obtains medical histories, performs physical examinations, reviews/orders diagnostic/therapeutic tests and radiologic results, formulates and manages patient treatment plans.
- Makes prescribing decisions and orders medications in accordance with institutional and state guidelines.
Education and Licensure
A graduate from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Program is required. Active PA Certification by the National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) and Connecticut State Physician Assistant License are also necessary.
