Scope of Practice in Ohio FAQs

Physician assistant practice in Ohio is governed by the Ohio Revised Code and Ohio Administrative Code. Further, there may be restrictions at the practice level and therefore PAs should verify with their employer what internal rules may exist that guide and/or limit their activities.

 

Can a PA order and consent for blood transfusions?

Can a PA prescribe Methotrexate, or similar, to treat an ectopic pregnancy?

Can a PA pronounce death or sign a death certificate?

Can PAs perform anesthesia and conscious sedation?

Does a supervising physician need to be licensed in Ohio?

Does my supervising physician have to be onsite?

How many days can PAs prescribe for opiates for acute pain?

How many PAs can a supervising physician have?