Carilion Clinic

Physician Assistant

• Provide basic technical clinical services and clerical support under the direction of licensed staff, physicians, or mid-level practitioners
• Provide basic clinical care and perform advanced technical skills for patients of all ages
• Collect patient assessment data including height, weight, vital signs, chief complaint/symptoms, and current medications
• Transport patients through the office
• Prepare patients for provider evaluation, including obtaining specimens, positioning for exams, listing medications, and assisting during exams and procedures
• Maintain exam, treatment, x-ray, lab, and work areas in a clean and safe manner; restock supplies and instruments; sterilize reusable equipment
• Document patient information, treatment procedures, medication refills, test results, and patient concerns in medical records
• Assist with lab procedures, including collecting urine specimens and preparing blood samples for reference labs
• Perform diagnostic tests including EKGs, audiograms, vision testing, and spirometry
• Assist with specialist referral authorizations and pre-authorizations for testing and ancillary services
• Greet patients and assist with check-in/check-out
• Update patient demographic information
• Answer phones, schedule appointments, and receive/relay messages
• Utilize automated computer systems, including electronic medical records
• Administer oral and parenteral medications after required education and competency validation under direct and immediate physician supervision
• Perform other assigned technical clinical and clerical duties for which training has been provided

Certified Medical Assistant