Job: Assistant, Physician

Department: Detention Health Care Adults
Location: Detention Health Care Services

JOB CLASS NUMBER: 4797 (PRN 4796)
REVIEWED:11/08

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides primary health care and performs selective medical services under the direction of clinic physicians. Responsible for diagnostic and therapeutic management of patients by completing medical histories, conducting physicals, establishing diagnosis through tests, and formulating treatment plans. Provides follow-up and health maintenance care of patients in accordance with protocols approved by a physician.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Bachelors or Masters degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program is required.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION
Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants is required. Must be currently licensed as a Physician Assistant in the State of Texas.