Physician Assistant

Wellbridge-Addiction-Treatment-and-Research-; Town of Riverhead (NY); On-site; USD 155,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free cafeteria

On-site gym

Job summary

Wellbridge Addiction Treatment and Research in Calverton, NY, seeks a Physician Assistant for full-time work on a 12-hour schedule (plus 8 hours every other week). The role involves direct patient care, interdisciplinary collaboration, and participation in research-driven program improvements.

You will assess patients, update care plans, and help advance addiction treatment initiatives while maintaining a compassionate, patient-centered environment on-site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Physician Assistant studies required.
• Current NY State licensure required; NCCPA certification preferred.
• BLS required; ACLS or other certification as required by department; certifications must be obtained within 1 month of employment.
• Experience with addiction care and co-occurring disorders.
• Demonstrate effective communication and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose and treat Wellbridge patients.
• Develop personalized treatment plans with interdisciplinary team.
• Support translational medicine and innovation efforts.
• Collaborate with research to guide program improvement and outcomes.
• Coordinate services with advocacy, residential, and legal teams.

Skills

Physician Assistant

NCCPA Certification

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

Clinical addiction treatment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physician Assistant studies

Job description

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Full Time Professional Calverton, NY, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1580

Salary Range: $155,000.00 To $165,000.00 Annually

Wellbridge is committed to creating an environment where those struggling with substance use disorders can find hope, healing, and a path toward recovery. We believe in prioritizing patient-centered care, ensuring that each person who walks through our doors receives the utmost compassion and support on their journey to wellness. We invite you to explore a career with Wellbridge and are proud to offer comprehensive and affordable benefits including lifestyle perks such as free cafeteria service and an on-site gym/wellness center!

Physician Assistant - Full Time, 12hr (+8hr every other week) shift schedule.

This position serves as one of Wellbridge’s primary general medical clinicians and works closely with an interdisciplinary group responsible for the day-to-day operation throughout our campus to achieve exceptional patient outcomes.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Assessment, diagnosis and treatment of all Wellbridge patients
• Work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team to oversee the development of personalized treatment plans for each individual Wellbridge patient
• Receptive to and a driver of innovation through implementation of approaches, capitalizing on technology, integration of research and educating all staff
• Maintain understanding of current treatments, knowledge, and practices in addiction care
• Support strategic efforts to identify opportunities for translational medicine and innovation
• Collaborate with Wellbridge research team to develop a measurement-based care system to guide program improvement
• Participate in routine clinical team meetings
• Work closely with the advocacy, residential, and legal teams to coordinate services to patients
• Responds in a timely fashion to staff concerns
• Meet with the program leadership team to review issues affecting patient care, patient satisfaction, and general operations and performance
• Assist with community presentations, as applicable
• Manage and promote relationship with academic and research institutions to promote addiction research and training for nurses and nurse practitioners
• Maintain a safe and caring environment, delivering care in a culturally sensitive manner and consistent with Wellbridge mission, vision, and values.

OTHER DUTIES:

This job description is intended to provide general guidance and not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of relevant activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Ability to assess medical needs and provide patient care. For patient care needs, this is an on-site role. Consistently move self about patient care areas. Occasionally lift and move medical equipment and supplies up to 50 pounds with or without assistance. Ability to verbally communicate related to patient care. Consistent computer and phone, general office equipment use. Update medical records while in a stationary position up to 30% of the time.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Physician Assistant studies required . MA preferred.
• Current licensure as a Physician Assistant in New York State required . National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) Certification preferred.
• BLS, required. ACLS or other certification, as required by department . Certifications must be obtained within one (1) month of employment.
• Demonstrate an understanding of clinical risk
• Demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Clinical experience providing treatment for addiction and co-occurring mental health disorders in an inpatient or residential environment

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to creating an inclusive workplace and providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital or familial status, pregnancy, reproductive health decision making, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.