Governor Kitzhaber signs SB 224 - the PA Modernization Act of 2011!
This new statute, which takes effect on January 1, 2012, overhauls and modernizes the way PAs are licensed in Oregon. It essentially allows PAs to get licensed before finding employment and, it allows the practice agreement to be made between the PA and supervising physician and filed with the Oregon Medical Board, rather than having the OMB be in charge of approving or denying specific job duties.
Join OSPA Today!
As you know, OSPA has so much to offer its members. Through your involvement, you have discovered that OSPA is composed of PAs who are dedicated, caring and enthusiastic professionals devoted to supporting physician assistants and the role each one plays in providing health care to Oregonians. In the coming year, OSPA has some exciting things planned including advocacy and government relations and the 2011 OSPA spring medical update, and we need your membership to help keep us moving forward.
Remember, your membership support, dues and time are all important components to growing OSPA and keeping the organization flourishing. Renew your membership online or by clicking OSPA Printable Application.
Physician Associate Name Change Campaign
A number of PAs are leading a campaign, "Back to the Future," with the goal of changing the name of Physician Assistant to Physician Associate. They argue that it does not accurately represent the roles and responsibilities of a PA. To learn more, visit the website at www.associatenamechange.com where you can also sign a statement of support.
This is not an endorsement by the Oregon Society of Physician Assistants, but information provided to help you make your own decision.
