Physician Assistant

This is a Direct Hire Solicitation About the Position: This is an open continuous announcement. Multiple vacancies exist and may be filled from this announcement at any of the locations listed. We accept applications on an ongoing basis; qualified applicants will be considered as vacancies become available. A recruitment or relocation incentive may be authorized. Salary negotiation may be available for those candidates who are new to Federal service.

Perform a variety of professional direct health care clinical duties within the field of the Emergency Room.

Secure a health and medical history from the patient or family member, record findings, and make clinical evaluation for assigned patients.

Examine patients and perform initial patient work-up and assessment of patients' care and treatment.

Write prescriptions, orders the administration of medications, dispenses, and prescribes controlled substances in accordance with scope of practice.

Orders laboratory tests, x-rays, etc., and arranges for physician consultation if required.

Records entries into patients records to include history and exam findings, results of lab testing, x-rays, and other special studies, diagnoses and treatment plans.

Provides consultation, teaching, and coordination with patients regarding treatment and medical care.

Perform emergency care procedures as appropriately needed.

See Qualifications section for education requirements.