- Develop an appreciation of the diverse patient population that we see and how that may guide the PA’s information gathering, physical assessment, diagnostic workup and therapy
- Ability to discuss the situation with the patient in a language they will understand (i.e. using appropriate terminology tone, sincerity, seriousness of the condition, respect)
- Demonstrate skill in the different ways to communicate with their patients; verbal, silence, listening, visual cues, positioning, written
- Works effectively as a member of the health care team
- Completes accurate and thorough documentation of each patient encounter (patient assessment, treatment plans, procedure performed, education, counseling)
Reference Competencies for the Physician Assistant Profession. AAPA. (2010)