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Secaucus, New Jersey

Physician Assistant (PA)

Physician AssistantIncludes callNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$12k-$120k

The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday

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Posted 4mo ago

Job Description

About Us

Welcome to Hudson Regional Health

Technology Transforming Care

Hudson Regional Health is a newly unified healthcare network serving Hudson County through four hospitals.

Together, these hospitals form a single, integrated system with a shared vision—to deliver modern, patient-first care supported by innovation. From robotic-assisted surgery and AI-powered diagnostics to real-time monitoring and precision neurosurgery, HRH is redefining what’s possible in community healthcare.

Patients across the region now have access to state-of-the-art procedures and nationally recognized specialists, all within a connected, local network designed to put care first.

Our Services

  • We focus on the care our patients need most, delivered with precision, innovation, and a commitment to excellence.
  • Advanced Emergency Services - 24/7 emergency departments across all four hospitals
  • Robotic-Assisted Surgery - featuring the Da Vinci XI and ExcelsiusGPS systems
  • Neurosurgery & Spine Care - including Stealth Navigation and precision-guided treatment
  • Women’s Health & Maternity -comprehensive services tailored for every stage
  • Imaging & Diagnostics - AI-enhanced systems for faster, more accurate results
  • Outpatient & Specialty Care - coordinated care across multiple disciplines
  • Our Hospitals
  • Explore our hospitals and discover care that’s high-tech, high-touch, and close to home:
  • Secaucus University Hospital, Flagship campus featuring the Robotic Surgery Institute and modernized emergency care.
  • Bayonne University Hospital, A full-service community hospital offering personalized acute care.
  • Hoboken University Hospital, A local leader in women’s health, family medicine, and outpatient services.
  • The Heights University Hospital (Jersey City), Expanding

What You'll Be Doing

  • Provide critical care services including assessing, diagnosing, prescribing, treating, and educating patients.
  • Works closely with physicians and other clinicians in a team approach to patient care involving employer and its related entities.
  • Complete and maintain medical records that are adequate, accurate and complete.

Conducts physical exams, assesses health status, orders and interprets tests, prescribes medications, and treats illnesses including giving injections and suturing wounds. Consults with physicians as needed and refers to physicians for more complicated medical cases or cases that are not a routine part of a PA’s scope of work.

Monitors therapies and provides continuity of care.

Triages patient calls and evaluates patient problems. Responds to emergencies including use of CPR.

  • Counsels’ patient/family on preventive health care.
  • Documents patient information and care in medical record and may maintain department statistical database for research purposes.
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • This practice is primarily Orthopedic Spine, Pain management and Neurosurgery.
  • Two locations: Secaucus and Clifton, NJ
  • Schedule: Monday through Friday 10-6pm

What We're Looking For

Education, Skills and Experience Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and successful completion of accredited physician assistant program.

Four years of health care experience prior to applying to PA program, plus one year of experience as PA, preferably in clinic setting.

National certification from the National Commission on Certification of PAs. To maintain their national certification, PAs must log 100 hours of continuing medical education every two years and sit for a recertification every six years.

  • State PA license also required.
  • Current CPR certificate required.

Knowledge of medical model and roles of physicians and physician assistants. Familiar with anatomy, pharmacology, pathophysiology, clinical medicine, and physical diagnosis.

Knowledge of patient assessment techniques including taking medical histories, performing physicals, evaluating health status including state of wellness, and compliance with care recommendations.

  • Knowledge of diagnosing and treating medical problems and developing care plans.
  • Knowledge of documentation in medical records in confidential manner.
  • Skill in gathering and analyzing physiological, socioeconomic, and emotional patient data.
  • Skill in accurately evaluating patient problems in person or via phone and providing appropriate advice, intervention, or referral.
  • Skill in developing/revising patient care plan based on patient status.
  • Ability to make responsible decisions within scope of PA practice.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with physicians on complicated cases.
  • Ability to educate patients, families, and staff in user-friendly manner.
  • Ability to demonstrate eye–hand coordination, full range of motion, and manual dexterity.

What We Offer

Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications: When determining the compensation, several factors may be considered including, years of relevant experience, credentials, union contracts, education, and internal equity.

  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401K, Retirement savings plan with employer contribution
  • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Opportunities for professional growth, development, and continuing education

Employee Wellness Programs and Resources

Influenza Vaccinations are a requirement for employment. If you are not currently vaccinated you will be required to receive the vaccination prior to hire date, during the influenza season, if you are offered employment, unless you request and receive an approved medical exemption.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Key Responsibilities

Provide critical care services including assessing, diagnosing, and treating patients within an Orthopedic Spine, Pain Management, and Neurosurgery practice. Collaborate with physicians to maintain accurate medical records and provide continuity of care and patient education.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's degree, completion of an accredited PA program, national certification, and a state PA license. Candidates should have four years of healthcare experience prior to their PA program and at least one year of experience as a PA.

Qualifications

Education
Bachelor degree
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Prescribing MedicationPhysical ExaminationsMedical Record DocumentationTriageCare Plan DevelopmentCollaboration

Orthopedic Surgery — Physician Assistant Career Context

Of the 50 active Orthopedic Surgery listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 66% have no call, 76% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for New Jersey is 108.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 63.8% of New Jersey clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top Physician Assistant Jobs

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Salary Distribution32 jobs · 26 employers

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<$140k
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$140k-160k
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8
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$200k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks30 jobs · 26 employers

401k / retirement match
90% this job
CME allowance
63% this job
Sign-on bonus
53%
Relocation assistance
20%
Loan repayment
10%

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 3.9
Better work-life than 50% of Orthopedic Surgery (PA) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 315 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends
  • Includes call
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About CarePoint Health

Hospitals and Health Care
Bayonne, NJ
501-1,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Contribution
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement
Professional Growth Opportunities

Living in Secaucus

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$770k
Typical market rent
$2,939/mo
Residents’ average commute
33 min
State income tax
Up to 10.8%
Sources & methodology

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

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.