Is being a physician assistant a good fit for you?

Works under a doctor's supervision to examine patients, find out what is wrong and provide treatment.

What the work involves

Makes first diagnoses and decisions about patients' care and treatment.
Examines patients to find out about their physical condition.
Checks test results for anything unusual.
Gets, gathers and records patient data, including health history, progress notes and exam results.

The interests that suit it

People in this work tend to be helping and curious. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.

Hands-onSome. Building, fixing, and working with tools, machines, animals or the outdoors.

CuriousSome. Finding things out, solving problems, and working with ideas and data.

CreativeLow. Making things: art, writing, music, design and performance.

HelpingStrong. Teaching, caring for and supporting people.

PersuadingLow. Leading, selling, and making the calls.

OrganisingSome. Keeping things in order: records, numbers and systems.

What it tends to reward

Compared with other work, this job stands out for:

Belonging. People who look out for each other, and a manager who has your back.

How much training it needs

Degree required. Usually a degree, sometimes more study after. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.

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