Physician Assistants
Civilian:
Provide healthcare services typically performed by a physician, under the supervision of a physician. Conduct complete physicals, provide treatment, and counsel patients. May, in some cases, prescribe medication. Must graduate from an accredited educational program for physician assistants.
Military:
Physician assistants provide routine health care for patients, freeing physicians to concentrate on more serious health problems. Physician assistants examine, diagnose, and treat patients under the supervision of medical doctors.
Job Titles
- Anesthesiologist Assistant
- Anesthetic Assistant
- Cardiology Physician Assistant
- Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant
- Cardiovascular Physician Assistant
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Nationwide Salary Average*
- Civilian:
- $86,410
- Military:
- $115,268
*Average calculated based on median level of pay
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