Performs minor surgical procedures, such as suturing lacerations. Provides health education and counseling to patients. Refers patients to other physicians or hospital for further treatment and care. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Work Complexity Complexity Requires a broad knowledge of principles and practices within a professional field.
Work is very nonstandardized and widely varied, involving many complex and significant variables.
Job may require recertification or continuing education. Exercises discretion and independent judgement in comparing and recommending numerous solutions. Problems may be atypical within the unit. Analytical ability and inductive thinking are required in extensively adapting policies, procedures and methods to fit unusual or complex situation. Impact of Decisions Inside Department Moderate.