| Name | Value |
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| STANDARD POSITION | PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT |
| USER CLASSIFICATION | PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT |
| ALLOWED TO BE PRIMARY CARE | NP CAN BE PRIMARY |
| DESCRIPTION | Provides diagnostic and therapeutic medical care and services under the guidance of a Physician. This includes taking case histories, conducting physical examinations, and ordering lab and other studies. Physician Assistants also may carry out special procedures, such as giving injections or other medication, apply or change dressings, or suturing minor lacerations. |
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