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Physician Assistant - Physician Practice

Physician AssistantNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$120k-$125k

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Job Description

Physician Assistant (Full-Time) – Orthopedics & Surgical Support

Location: Clifton, NJ and Secaucus, NJ

Schedule: Monday through Friday 10-6pm

Job Description

We are New Jersey's premier multi-specialty practice, offering comprehensive musculoskeletal care across Orthopedics, Pain Management, Spine, Foot and Ankle, and Neurology. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Physician Assistant (PA) to join our expanding healthcare team.

This position offers a dynamic mix of surgical and clinical responsibilities and is an exclusive role for our practice. You will provide direct patient care, support surgical procedures, and ensure our patients receive excellent orthopedic and pain management services.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct patient evaluations, discussing symptoms and conducting comprehensive physical examinations
  • Order and interpret diagnostic tests (x-rays, lab tests) and develop appropriate treatment plans
  • Assist physicians in the operating room, supporting both surgical and administrative tasks
  • Treat minor injuries and illnesses, administer medications, and ensure comprehensive patient care
  • Transcribe and maintain thorough records of all patient encounters, examinations, and treatment plans
  • Communicate with patients on treatment progress, schedule follow-ups, and provide compassionate patient support
  • Collaborate closely with a dedicated healthcare team to deliver outstanding patient care and help patients return to their normal activities as quickly as possible

Preferred Experience

  • Previous experience in Orthopedics, Surgery, and Patient Evaluation
  • Proficiency in treating and evaluating patients in both office and clinical settings
  • Knowledge of medical guidelines and procedures related to examinations, therapies, and recovery

Qualifications and Skills

  • Proven experience as a Physician Assistant in a related field
  • Knowledgeable in the latest advancements in medical technology and orthopedic treatments
  • Excellent problem-solving abilities with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively
  • Compassionate and caring demeanor with strong communication skills

This is an exciting opportunity to join a successful practice and make a meaningful impact in patients’ lives. We welcome both experienced PAs and new graduates who have surgical and clinical experience to apply.

Join our team and become part of New Jersey's leading multi-specialty healthcare group, where you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside top-tier physicians and healthcare professionals in a supportive, patient-focused environment.

Requirements

Candidates must be a Physician Assistant with proven experience in orthopedics, surgery, and patient evaluation. Strong communication skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a clinical setting are required.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Physical examinationDiagnostic test interpretationTreatment planningOperating room assistanceMedical documentationPatient communicationClinical careCompassionate care

Primary Care — Physician Assistant Career Context

Of the 50 active Primary Care listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 74% have no call, 68% require no weekends.

Primary Care pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Primary Care by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$120k–$125kPrimary Care median $126k (middle half $110k–$155k)35 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$114k in purchasing powerNew York index 107.9 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Primary Care listings in New York33 active432 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 2% remote · 74% no call · 68% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Primary Care pay trend+1.8% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
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Sign-on bonus
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Loan repayment
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Relocation assistance
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Work-life snapshot

median 5.1this job 3.9
Better work-life than 40% of Primary Care (PA) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 429 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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Living in New York

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$875k≈ 7.3× annual pay
Typical market rent
$4,089/mo≈ 41% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
40 min
State income tax
Up to 10.9%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

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