What is the Physician Assistant (Primary Care) role at Veterans Health Administration like?

I’m Ms. Smith, currently looking for a job. I’d like to ask Dr. Job about the Physician Assistant (Primary Care) position at Department of Veterans Affairs.

Ms.Smith

What’s the salary range for the Physician Assistant position at the Department of Veterans Affairs in Canandaigua, New York?

Ms.Smith

The salary for that position ranges from $84,819 to $149,167.

Dr.Job

Is there any student loan reimbursement available for this position?

Ms.Smith

Yes, this role is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), which helps with student loan payments.

Dr.Job

What are the basic educational requirements to apply for the Physician Assistant role?

Ms.Smith

You need a Master’s degree in any discipline or a bachelor’s degree with one year of experience as a Physician Assistant, plus you must have passed the PA National Certifying Exam or be in the process of taking it.

Dr.Job

Can someone apply for the position if they haven’t completed all their educational or certification requirements yet?

Ms.Smith

Yes, applicants who are still completing their educational or certification requirements can be referred and tentatively selected, but they can’t be hired until everything’s completed.

Dr.Job

What’s the entry-level position for a Physician Assistant?

Ms.Smith

The entry-level position is called Physician Assistant-I (PA-I), and it doesn’t require any experience beyond the basic requirements.

Dr.Job

Thank you, Dr. Job. I will review the details.

Ms.Smith

Job & Company Information

Job Title: Physician Assistant (Primary Care)
Agency: Veterans Health Administration
Salary: $84819-$149167
Industry: Government / Public Service / Military
Location: Canandaigua, New York
Posted on: 01/15/2026