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Nurse practitioners and physician assistants are both advanced-practice providers with considerable autonomy, but they’re not interchangeable. Each brings something slightly different to the table, and if your practice is considering hiring an advanced-level practitioner, it’s important to understand the differences so you can hire appropriately for your need.
Because medical facilities are coping with increased patient loads, a shortage of physicians and an increasing need to keep costs under tight control, both nurse practitioners and physician assistants are in high demand. In many instances, these clinicians can make the difference between a practice that struggles to meet its patients’ needs and one that operates smoothly and efficiently.
Is your facility considering hiring a physician assistant or nurse practitioner? If so, here is what you should know about the similarities and differences between the two, and what to consider when deciding which is right for your needs.
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