Conifer Park Inc·Schenectady, New York
The Physician Assistant will provide compassionate, evidence-based medical care to adult patients with substance use disorders. They will utilize expert assessment skills and best practices to help patients navigate withdrawal and support long-term recovery.
You will provide medical services of care. The ideal candidate has broad direct care experience, and particular expertise in addiction treatment. You should be efficient, flexible, compassionate, and eager to embrace an interdisciplinary team-based approach that models collaborative, solution-based problem solving, and authentic communication.
Master's degree from an accredited program. Unrestricted licensure and board certification; Must have prescriptive authorization, DEA license, and X-waiver; Broad clinical experience required. Addiction treatment experience preferred; Excellent collaborative and interpersonal skills; Outstanding written and verbal communication skills; Positive energy.
$3,500 after completion of the 90-day orientation period and $3,500 after 2 years of continuous employment.
We offer competitive wages, benefits, and a pension plan in a supportive working environment. Background checks, pre-employment & drug screenings required. We are an equal opportunity employer according to current standards.
Market context
Behavioral health roles in New York are often in steady demand, especially for clinicians who can support diverse age groups and handle assessments or admissions. These positions can be competitive because employers commonly look for independent licensure, while also considering associate-level candidates with clear growth toward full licensure. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your licensure status and assessment experience before applying.