Physician Assistant

State of Ohio; Northfield Center Township (OH); On-site; USD 87,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

A state government health department is seeking a Physician Assistant to provide medical services under supervision. Responsibilities include patient interviews, assisting with exams, and reviewing medical records. Ideal candidates must have a registered certification and valid prescription certificate. The position offers a competitive salary and extensive benefits, including medical coverage and paid time off.

Benefits

Medical Coverage

Free Dental and Vision Insurance

Paid time off

Education and Development Opportunities

Public Retirement Systems

Qualifications

• Registered as a physician's assistant with valid prescribing certificate.
• Completion of all required educational transcripts.

Responsibilities

• Provide services under supervision of a licensed physician.
• Interview patients and assist with examinations and treatment.
• Review medical records and note patient progress during therapy.

Skills

Behavioral Health

Critical Thinking

Collaboration

Consultation

Decision Making

Analyzation

Education

Certificate of registration as physician's assistant

Job description

Job Description - Physician Assistant

Organization

Agency Contact Name and Information: Bernadette Dudley 330-467-7131 Ext. 2335

Work Location

Northcoast Behavioral Health 1756 Sagamore Road Northfield 44067

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Summit County-Northfield

Compensation: $87,963 - $123,365

Schedule

Full-time

Union: 1199

Primary Job Skill

Medical

Technical Skills: Behavioral Health, Corrections - Mental Health, Medical

Professional Skills: Analyzation, Collaboration, Consultation, Critical Thinking, Decision Making

Agency Overview

The Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) strives to exemplify The Heart of Hope for individuals and families affected by mental health and substance use disorders.

We proudly employ over 2,800 dedicated employees across our six inpatient behavioral health hospitals, Ohio Pharmacy Services, Ohio's prison systems, and the central office located in the James A. Rhodes State Office Tower in Columbus, OH.

DBH Values:

• Service-Oriented (Person Centered, Solution Oriented, Customer Service Focused)
• Collaborative (Approachable, Reasonable, Transparent)
• Value Driven
• Innovative (Yes Before No)
• Strong Sense of Urgency

Job Description

Please note: Effective October 1, 2025, the Ohio Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services has transitioned to its new name—the Ohio Department of Behavioral Health.

• What you’ll do at DBH:

  • Provide services under the supervision of control of a licensed physician
  • Interviews patients and assist in performing examinations and treatment
  • Assist on rounds
  • Note progress of patients during therapy and examinations
  • Assist with development and making recommendations for changes in treatment plan
  • Reviews medical records
  • Works with other team para-professionals
  • Attend treatment teams & medical staff meetings, medical seminars and courses
  • Serve on various medical and agency committees

  This is an hourly position covered by the Ohio Health Care SEIU/1199 bargaining unit (union), with a pay range of $87,963 - $123,365.

Why Work for the State of Ohio

We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees.

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities
• Public Retirement Systems & Optional Deferred Compensation

Qualifications

Certificate of registration as physician's assistant issued by State Medical Board per Section 4730.03 & 4730.04 of Ohio Revised Code and have valid certificate to prescribe in accordance with ORC 4730.44.

Job Skills: Medical

Required Educational Transcripts

Official transcripts are required for all post-secondary education, coursework, or degrees listed on the application.

Supplemental Information

Application Procedures

To be considered for this position, you must apply online through this posting website.

Background Check Notice

The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check.

ADA Statement

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities.

Drug-Free Workplace

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis).