Physician Assistant
Company: Neighborhood Health Center
Location: Buffalo
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
If you believe healthcare is a right, that everyone deserves
high quality care so they can enjoy their highest level of health
and wellbeing, and you value each person's individual story –
consider joining us at Neighborhood! We are seeking a physician
assistant who is kind, sees opportunities to innovate and
collaborate, and is open to unique perspectives. You’ll be part of
a team that is resilient and seeks fairness by listening and
advocating for patients and the community. About the Role: As a
physician assistant at Neighborhood, you will work in a
collaborative team to provide patient-centered care, including care
for people who may otherwise not have access. You and the clinical
staff will design and implement individualized care in a setting
where each patient is treated with respect and compassion. You will
have opportunities to influence decisions regarding care. Essential
responsibilities include: Oversee and provide direct patient
primary care under supervision of a physician Facilitate care
coordination and clinical collaboration under supervision of a
physician Ensure quality care and risk mitigation under supervision
of a physician You will be primarily based at one of our six
primary care locations. What it’s Like to Work at Neighborhood: The
top three words employees say describe the work environment are:
teamwork, supportive, kind . These are from an anonymous survey of
Neighborhood employees for the Buffalo Business First Best Places
to Work competition. Neighborhood earned “finalist” distinction in
the competition for four consecutive years. We are a group of
flexible and kind individuals who are open to each other’s ideas,
and see opportunities to innovate and find solutions when
challenges arise. Education and Skills to be a Physician
Assistant/Nurse Practitioner at Neighborhood: Physician Assistant,
licensed in NYS prior to start date Candidates with 3 or more years
of experiences will be given preference Outstanding “bedside
manners”: patient-centric with empathy, excellent active listening
and communication skills, engaging and efficient Outstanding
clinical capabilities and judgment Kindness: you treat each person
with respect and compassion, valuing each person’s story
Resiliency: you see opportunities to innovate and find solutions
when challenges arise Teamwork: you are open to others’ unique
perspectives, and will collaborate to meet shared goals Fairness:
Healthcare is a right. You listen and advocate for patients and the
community. Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high accountability
environment Proficient in EHR systems Ability to prioritize
resources where they will be most useful Comfortable receiving and
providing appreciative and corrective feedback Engaged in learning
and continuous quality improvement Outstanding written and verbal
communications skills with a culturally diverse patient and staff
population Proficient in working with in-person or telephonic
interpreters What We Offer: Compensation: $110,000 - $115,000
annual salary (based on a full-time, 40 hour work week) Individual
compensation is based on various factors unique to each candidate,
including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other position
related components. Tuition Reimbursement Potential: Our FQHC
status provides a unique opportunity for tuition reimbursement for
Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners, up to $50,000 for a
full time commitment and up to $25,000 for a part time commitment.
A two year commitment to serve at a FQHC is required. This tuition
reimbursement program requires application and is not guaranteed.
Benefits: You’ll have options for medical, dental, life, and
supplemental insurance. We also offer a 403b match, health savings
accounts with employer contribution, wellbeing programs, continuing
education opportunities, generous paid time off, holidays. About
Neighborhood: Neighborhood Health Center is the largest and longest
serving Federally Qualified Health Center in Western New York, and
is the highest ranked health center for quality in the region. We
provide primary and integrated healthcare services all under one
roof, regardless of a person’s ability to pay. Services include
internal/family medicine, pediatrics, OB-GYN, dentistry, podiatry,
psychiatry, vision care, nutrition and behavioral health
counseling, and pharmacy services. We’re working toward a Western
New York where all enjoy their highest level of health and
wellbeing. Neighborhood Health Center is an equal opportunity
employer.
Keywords: Neighborhood Health Center, Tonawanda , Physician Assistant, Healthcare , Buffalo, New York
