Physician Assistant - TACS (Day)
Listed compensation
$124k-$145k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about call expectations and time off.
Job Description
Under the direction of the attending physicians, provides general medical care for the Practice to ensure patients needs are met in a professional and timely manner
Education - BS from an AMA accredited Physician Assistant Program
Experience - At least one year experience in a medical office setting preferred.
Other clinical arenas may be considered for substitution.
Licensure/Certification - MMG - Licensed to practice as a Physician's Assistant in the State of Maryland. Current BLS (CPR) in compliance with policy. If a code cart is maintained in the practice ACLS and PALS (if applicable) are required. Wound Center Physician Assistant requires ACLS, PALS, and BLS.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities - Fluency in coding, ICD-9 and CPT, or commitment to acquire. Will have the following computer access: Meditech (PCI) and electronic health record (Allscripts) software, Internet, Intranet
Caring for Our Team
We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well-being and professional growth. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the 1st of the month following date of hire, along with life insurance, & short and long-term disability coverage.
Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one, and we also provide a 401k plan, an education assistance program, and an employee assistance program. Additionally, employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for a shift differential, adding even more value to your role.
Happy to Help
At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment.
Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.
Key Responsibilities
The Physician Assistant provides general medical care for the Practice under the direction of attending physicians to ensure patient needs are met professionally and promptly. This role involves clinical duties requiring specific licensure and adherence to established medical protocols.
Requirements
Candidates must possess a BS from an AMA accredited Physician Assistant Program and preferably have at least one year of experience in a medical office setting, though other clinical experience may substitute. Licensure in Maryland as a Physician's Assistant along with current BLS certification is mandatory, with ACLS/PALS required depending on the specific clinical arena.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
General Practice — Physician Assistant Career Context
In Maryland, the Physician Assistant weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$138k (140 salary observations; 387 listings), vs ~$140k nationally (5,054 salary observations; 24,784 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2025-12-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
Of the 50 active Physician Assistant listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 74% have no call, 82% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Maryland is 105.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$135k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $128k in an average-cost state. 62.9% of Maryland clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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