Physician Assistant - Full Time
Company: Wellbridge Addiction Treatment And Research
Location: Calverton
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
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. 4 10hrs
shifts. 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 . 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
Keywords: Wellbridge Addiction Treatment And Research, Cranston , Physician Assistant - Full Time, Healthcare , Calverton, Rhode Island
