Senior Physician Assistant

Senior Physician Assistant – Integrative Medicine & Integrative Oncology OWM Integrative Wellness | Buffalo, New York We Aren't Looking for Just Another Physician Assistant. We're looking for a clinician. Someone who enjoys solving difficult medical problems. Someone who isn't intimidated by reviewing hundreds of pages of outside medical records, synthesizing information from multiple specialists, and helping develop thoughtful, individualized treatment plans. Someone who believes medicine is about critical thinking, clinical judgment, and building meaningful relationships with patients—not simply treating diagnoses. If you're looking for a position where you can continue to grow professionally while making a significant impact on patients facing complex medical challenges, we'd like to meet you. About OWM Integrative Wellness OWM Integrative Wellness is a physician-led practice dedicated to delivering personalized, evidence-informed care that integrates conventional medicine with functional medicine, lifestyle medicine, regenerative therapies, metabolic optimization, and supportive cancer care. Our physicians and clinical team care for patients with complex chronic illnesses as well as those seeking advanced support during active cancer treatment and throughout cancer remission and survivorship. Our areas of focus include: • Integrative & Functional Medicine • Integrative Oncology • Cancer Remission & Survivorship • Hormone Optimization • Chronic & Complex Medical Conditions • Regenerative Medicine • Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy • IV Nutritional & Metabolic Therapies • Brain Health & Cognitive Optimization • Preventive & Longevity Medicine Our mission is simple: Deliver highly personalized care that helps patients live longer, healthier, and more vibrant lives. Position Overview This is a senior clinical role designed for an experienced Physician Assistant who is capable of managing medically complex patients while working closely with our physician. A significant portion of your practice will involve supporting patients with active cancer and those transitioning into remission by helping evaluate patients, organize complex clinical information, coordinate multidisciplinary care, and execute individualized physician-directed treatment plans. In addition, you will manage selected general integrative medicine patients as part of our expanding practice. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced PA seeking greater clinical involvement, physician mentorship, and long-term professional growth. Primary Responsibilities You will: • Independently evaluate and manage new and established patients within your scope of practice. • Manage a busy outpatient schedule while maintaining exceptional quality of care. • Evaluate medically complex patients with multiple chronic conditions. • Review laboratory testing, imaging, oncology records, specialist consultations, and advanced diagnostics. • Develop personalized treatment plans in collaboration with the supervising physician. • Assist in planning and coordinating physician-directed integrative oncology care. • Monitor patient progress and identify situations requiring physician involvement. • Coordinate care with oncologists, surgeons, primary care physicians, nurses, infusion staff, and other specialists. • Educate patients regarding medications, nutrition, supplementation, lifestyle interventions, and treatment expectations. • Maintain timely, accurate documentation and ensure consistent follow-up. • Participate in clinical case reviews and ongoing professional education. Integrative Oncology Responsibilities A major focus of this position will be supporting our growing Integrative Oncology and Cancer Remission programs. Responsibilities include: • Assisting in the evaluation of patients undergoing chemotherapy, immunotherapy, radiation, surgery, or targeted therapies. • Reviewing oncology treatment plans and medical records. • Assessing symptoms, treatment tolerance, nutritional status, and quality-of-life concerns. • Helping develop and coordinate physician-directed supportive care plans. • Monitoring laboratory findings and clinical response. • Coordinating supportive therapies around conventional oncology treatment schedules. • Supporting patients transitioning into remission and survivorship. • Helping implement long-term health optimization and recurrence-risk reduction strategies. • Collaborating with our infusion, hyperbaric, nursing, and administrative teams to ensure seamless patient care. What Success Looks Like The successful candidate will be able to: • Independently manage a full outpatient schedule while maintaining high clinical standards. • Efficiently review extensive medical records and identify the information that matters most. • Present complex cases to the physician in a concise, organized, solution-oriented manner. • Exercise sound clinical judgment while recognizing when physician consultation is appropriate. • Coordinate multidisciplinary care across multiple providers and treatment services. • Build trust with patients facing complex and life-changing diagnoses. • Execute detailed treatment plans accurately and consistently. • Balance efficiency with compassion in a fast-paced clinical environment. Qualifications Required • Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program. • Current NCCPA certification. • Licensed or eligible for licensure in New York State. • DEA registration or eligibility. • Preferred: Five or more years of direct clinical experience managing adult patients. • Demonstrated ability to independently manage medically complex patients. • Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking. • Excellent organizational and documentation skills. • Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills. Preferred Clinical Background Candidates with experience in one or more of the following areas are encouraged to apply: • Internal Medicine • Oncology • Family Medicine • Hospital Medicine • Emergency Medicine • Urgent Care • Functional or Integrative Medicine • Complex Chronic Disease Management Previous experience in integrative medicine is welcomed but not required. A strong conventional medical foundation, clinical maturity, and a passion for learning are equally important. Exceptional candidates with fewer years of experience may be considered if they demonstrate outstanding clinical judgment, maturity, and the ability to independently manage complex patients. Professional Development This position offers direct physician mentorship and the opportunity to develop advanced expertise in: • Integrative Medicine • Integrative Oncology • Cancer Survivorship • Precision Medicine • Advanced Laboratory Interpretation • Clinical Nutrition • Hyperbaric Medicine • IV Nutritional Therapies • Regenerative Medicine • Longevity Medicine Compensation Salary Range: $120,000–$150,000 annually, based on demonstrated experience, clinical judgment, and independent practice ability. The position includes a structured onboarding and clinical assessment period. Compensation progression is based on successful completion of onboarding milestones and demonstrated competency in managing patient volume, medically complex cases, and physician-directed treatment planning. Comprehensive benefits include paid time off, CME allowance, malpractice coverage, licensing reimbursement, and continuing education support. This Position Is Not for Everyone You will likely thrive in this role if you: • Love learning and continual professional growth. • Enjoy solving complex clinical problems. • Think independently while collaborating effectively. • Are highly organized and accountable. • Appreciate direct feedback and high expectations. • Want to build expertise in integrative medicine and integrative oncology. • Believe patients deserve thoughtful, individualized care. This position may not be the right fit if you prefer highly protocol-driven medicine, routine patient encounters, or a practice environment with limited clinical complexity. Why Join OWM? At OWM Integrative Wellness, you won't simply be filling a schedule—you'll become an important member of a collaborative clinical team dedicated to advancing personalized medicine. You'll work alongside an experienced physician, help care for some of the practice's most medically complex patients, and contribute to the continued growth of our Integrative Oncology and Cancer Remission programs. If you're looking for a career—not just another job—and want to make a meaningful difference in patients' lives while continuing to grow as a clinician, we encourage you to apply. Join OWM Integrative Wellness—and help shape the future of personalized, integrative patient care. #J-18808-Ljbffr