Physicians Assistant
Mike Chiofalo
I interviewed my brother, Anthony Chiofalo, who is currently in medical school. He is training to be a Physicians Assistant, or a PA. PA's, practice medicine on a team under the supervision of physicians and surgeons. They are formally educated to examine patients, diagnose injuries and illnesses, and provide treatment.
Interview:
How long have you been a PA?
He is currently on his first year of medical school.
What training did this require?
Must be trained in medicine and diagnostics of illnesses or injuries.
Can I do this out of high school?
No, you must attend college and get accepted into medical school.After graduation of medical school, he will become nationally certified and obtain a license that permits him to work.
How did you get involved with this job?
He first wanted to be a radiologist but he changed his mind and thought PA was a good fit for him.
Can you get tuition reimbursement?
Yes
Describe a typical day.
seeing patients and occasionally assisting in surgeries.
How much vacation time?
It depends but about four weeks
What is a job outlook for a PA?
Involvement with medicine, examine patients, and diagnose illnesses.
Do you see yourself continuing this career ten years from now?
yes
He is currently on his first year of medical school.
What training did this require?
Must be trained in medicine and diagnostics of illnesses or injuries.
Can I do this out of high school?
No, you must attend college and get accepted into medical school.After graduation of medical school, he will become nationally certified and obtain a license that permits him to work.
How did you get involved with this job?
He first wanted to be a radiologist but he changed his mind and thought PA was a good fit for him.
Can you get tuition reimbursement?
Yes
Describe a typical day.
seeing patients and occasionally assisting in surgeries.
How much vacation time?
It depends but about four weeks
What is a job outlook for a PA?
Involvement with medicine, examine patients, and diagnose illnesses.
Do you see yourself continuing this career ten years from now?
yes