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Banda Group International
Los Alamos, New Mexico

PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT II

Physician AssistantIncludes weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$63-$69/hr

The week · per this posting3-day week · 3×12s

Ask the employer about the work setting and call expectations.

Posted 4mo ago · Verified live

Job Description

About Banda Group International

Banda Group International (BGI) is a world-class, employee-owned provider of environmental safety, security, technical, and project management support services for a diverse clientele across government and private sectors worldwide.

Founded on the principles of environmental, health, and safety (EH&S), BGI is built on a culture of excellence, collaboration, and service. Our people are our greatest asset, and we are always looking for talented individuals who share our values and want to grow with us.

Position Summary

The Physician Assistant (PA-C) provides clinical support to occupational health programs by assisting physicians in the evaluation, treatment, and management of employee health concerns.

This role delivers patient care, supports workplace health initiatives, and provides education and counseling on occupational and preventive health matters.

The successful candidate will exercise independent clinical judgment, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to maintaining a safe and healthy work environment. This position is scheduled for 3x12-hour shifts and may include nights and weekends.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Evaluate, treat, and manage occupational and work-related health concerns in collaboration with occupational medicine physicians.
  • Conduct patient assessments, determine appropriate dispositions, and coordinate follow-up care and referrals as needed.
  • Provide employee health counseling, education, and preventive care recommendations.
  • Identify workplace health and safety issues and support efforts to improve employee well-being and occupational health outcomes.
  • Maintain accurate medical documentation and ensure compliance with applicable regulatory, licensing, and organizational requirements.

Required Qualifications

  • Board Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C) through the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
  • Current license to practice as a Physician Assistant in the State of New Mexico.
  • Current New Mexico pharmacy license and Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration.
  • Two (2) to five (5) years of recent clinical experience in occupational medicine, family medicine, emergency/urgent care medicine, internal medicine, sports medicine, or a closely related field.
  • Demonstrated clinical proficiency, sound judgment, and the ability to work independently with limited supervision.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively interact with patients, physicians, and multidisciplinary teams.
  • Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
  • Availability to work 12-hour night shifts and/or weekend schedules.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Direct experience in occupational medicine or employee health programs.
  • Experience supporting workplace injury management, return-to-work programs, and fitness-for-duty evaluations.
  • Knowledge of occupational health regulations and workplace safety practices.
  • Experience working in a large industrial, laboratory, government, or regulated healthcare environment.

What We Offer

BGI offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package for eligible full-time employees, in accordance with plan documents, including:

  • Pay depending on experience
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) -- giving employees a direct stake in the company's long-term success
  • 100% employer-paid Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD for all full-time employees; dependents can be added with payroll contributions
  • Medical coverage -- PPO or HDHP plan options; dependents can be added with payroll contributions
  • Abundant employer contribution for HSA enrollees
  • Accident, Critical Illness, and Voluntary Life Insurance
  • Robust PTO plan and 11 paid holidays per year
  • Generous 401(k) with safe harbor program and up to 4% dollar-for-dollar match
  • $1,500 yearly personal development reimbursement for all levels of employees
  • Corporate gym membership rates at Orangetheory Fitness
  • Veteran Support -- Military Leave Program
  • Excellent working environment with team building and bonding events

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position and meet the qualifications, please submit your resume, cover letter, and salary expectations via the APPLICATION PORTAL.

Banda Group International is committed to hiring veterans and those who have sacrificed for our country. Bring your skills, forge a new path with the BGI family, and continue the bonds of service with fellow veterans.

BGI is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law.

All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. BGI believes that diversity and inclusion among our teammates are critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.

Key Responsibilities

The Physician Assistant provides clinical support for occupational health programs by evaluating and treating employee health concerns. They are responsible for conducting patient assessments, providing preventive care education, and maintaining accurate medical documentation.

Requirements

Candidates must be a Board Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C) with a current New Mexico license, pharmacy license, and DEA registration. Two to five years of recent clinical experience in occupational, family, or emergency medicine is required.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

DEA LicenseBoard Certification

Key Skills

Patient AssessmentInterpersonal CommunicationRegulatory Compliance

Occupational Medicine — Physician Assistant Career Context

Of the 50 active Occupational Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 74% have no call, 80% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for New Mexico is 92.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$137k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $149k in an average-cost state. 61.4% of New Mexico clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Occupational Medicine market look like in New Mexico?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.4 / 10 · above average in physician assistant rolesranked against 4,555 Physician Assistant roles listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$131k–$144kOccupational Medicine median $126k (middle half $110k–$155k)37 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$149k in purchasing powerNew Mexico index 92.2 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Occupational Medicine listings in New Mexico9 active158 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 4% remote · 74% no call · 80% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Occupational Medicine pay trend+3.2% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (4,555 Physician Assistant roles listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT II at Banda Group International a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Physician Assistant roles — ranked against 4,555 active Physician Assistant roles listings on WeekdayDoc.

Top Physician Assistant Jobs

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Salary Distribution

27 jobs · 18 employers
8
<$135k
3
$135k-155k
6
$155k-175k
9
$175k-195k
1
$212k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

26 jobs · 18 employers
401k / retirement match
77% this job
CME allowance
69% this job
Sign-on bonus
54%
Loan repayment
12%
Relocation assistance
12%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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Physician Assistant OR Nurse Practitioner Columbia MD

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.4this job 6.4
Better work-life than 50% of Occupational Medicine listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 158 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes weekends
Banda Group International logo

About Banda Group International

Environmental Services
Mesa, Arizona
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
100% employer-paid Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD
Medical coverage (PPO or HDHP)
HSA with employer contribution
Accident, Critical Illness, Voluntary Life Insurance
Robust PTO plan
11 paid holidays
401(k) with safe harbor and up to 4% match

Living in Los Alamos

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$557k
Typical market rent
$2,541/mo
Residents’ average commute
12 min
State income tax
Up to 5.9%
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.