You will act as the professional physician assistant role in providing health care services, assisting the physicians and other providers in this evolving medical field. This program gives you the education, training, and expertise to succeed in this field.
Program Objective
You will graduate from the physician assistant program capable of providing excellent quality patient-centered care to patients across the lifespan and within a variety of healthcare settings.
Essential Responsibilities
Obtained medical histories; performed physical exams; diagnosed and treated illnesses; prescribed drugs; ordered and interpreted lab tests; provided preventive care and education.
Patient interviewing and history-taking
Physical examination and diagnosis
Medication management
Surgical procedures (e.g., suturing, casting)
Diagnostic testing and interpretation (e.g., ECG, imaging)
Patient education and counseling
Medical record-keeping
Clinical decision-making
Patient-centered care
Communication and collaboration
Medical knowledge and application
Critical thinking and problem-solving
Adaptability and flexibility
Leadership and management