What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physician's Assistant position at SERENITY LANE?
About Serenity Lane
At Serenity Lane, our mission is to transform lives through the treatment of addiction. We believe in the power of recovery and are committed to delivering excellent, compassionate patient care. Our goal is to affirm the dignity of each individual, empower families, and partner with communities to create lasting change. If you believe in recovery, want to grow in your career, and are driven to help others—you belong here.
About the Role
Serenity Lane is seeking a compassionate and experienced Physician Assistant (PA) to provide medical care to patients receiving outpatient Substance Use Disorder (SUD) treatment. Under the direction of the Medical Director and/or designee, the PA provides comprehensive medical assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up care while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to support safe, effective, and patient-centered recovery.
This role is ideal for a clinically confident provider interested in combining primary care and addiction medicine while supporting individuals with substance use, medical, and co-occurring behavioral health needs.
What You’ll Do
* Provide comprehensive medical evaluations, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up care for SUD patients.
* Assess medical needs, withdrawal symptoms, level of care, and treatment appropriateness.
* Manage and monitor medications, including medication-assisted treatment and opioid treatment protocols.
* Evaluate and manage co-occurring medical conditions, chronic pain, and behavioral health concerns.
* Review laboratory and diagnostic results and coordinate appropriate follow-up or referrals.
* Determine when emergency or higher-level medical care is appropriate.
* Collaborate with physicians, nurses, counselors, behavioral health providers, and other members of the treatment team.
* Provide medical consultation to Admissions and other Serenity Lane programs as needed.
* Participate in high-risk assessments, treatment planning, case reviews, and clinical staffings.
* Provide patient and family education regarding medical conditions, medications, substance use, recovery, and wellness.
* Maintain accurate clinical documentation and comply with applicable professional, regulatory, and organizational requirements.
* Maintain current knowledge and competency in Addiction Medicine and complete required continuing education and training.
* Participate in meetings, quality improvement activities, staff education, and other organizational initiatives as assigned.
What We’re Looking For
* Master's degree from an ARC-PA accredited Physician Assistant program, required.
* Current, unrestricted Oregon Physician Assistant license, required.
* Current NCCPA certification, as applicable, required.
* Current DEA registration and prescribing credentials, required.
* Current BLS certification, required.
* Valid driver's license, required.
* Clinical experience providing medical assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and care coordination, required.
* Knowledge and competency in family practice, internal medicine, and/or addiction medicine, required.
* Ability to work effectively within an interdisciplinary healthcare team, required.
* Experience in Addiction Medicine, Substance Use Disorder treatment, withdrawal management, or behavioral health, preferred.
* Experience treating patients with co-occurring medical, psychiatric, and substance use conditions, preferred.
* Experience with medication-assisted treatment and withdrawal management, preferred.
* Three or more years of clinical experience, preferred.
* Prior Nurse Practitioner experience, a plus.
* Ability to pass a background check and drug screen (Serenity Lane is a Cannabis THC-free workplace)
What We Offer
* Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
* 401k Retirement Plan
* Education Assistance
* Paid Time Off & Sick Pay
* Wellness Programs
*? Work-Life Balance
* Opportunities for growth and career advancement
* Supportive, mission-driven team environment
* Inclusive, respectful workplace culture
Why Work at Serenity Lane?
You’ll join a team of professionals dedicated to improving the quality of life for patients and families—and in many cases, saving lives. You’ll also find a workplace where compassion, collaboration, and personal development are part of our everyday culture.
How to Apply
Submit your resume and complete an application at our Serenity Lane Careers Center at serenitylane.org
Questions? Contact: recruiting@serenitylane.org
Qualified applicants will be contacted within two weeks. Offers are contingent on a background check and drug screening.
Diversity & Inclusion at Serenity Lane
Serenity Lane is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a workplace that is diverse, inclusive, and welcoming for all. We strongly encourage individuals of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to apply. We prohibit discrimination based on any protected characteristic and strive to foster a culture of equity and respect.