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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.



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$130k

Annual median Salary

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Education

Most of these occupations require graduate school. For example, they may require a master's degree, and some require a Ph.D., M.D., or J.D. (law degree).


81%

Master's degree

14%

Professional degree

5%

Bachelor's degree

Careers

Typical Job Titles

Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C)

Family Practice Physician Assistant

Physician Assistant (PA)

Physician's Assistant

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