Physician Assistant
Listed compensation
starting at $120K+
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Job Description
Physician Assistant (PA-C) – Orthopedics
New England Orthopedic Surgeons
Location: Springfield, Massachusetts
About the Opportunity
New England Orthopedic Surgeons (NEOS), a leading orthopedic practice in Western Massachusetts, is seeking a full-time Physician Assistant (PA-C) to join our growing team of experienced orthopedic providers.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated PA to build a strong foundation—or advance an established career—in a collaborative, high-volume orthopedic environment. You’ll receive structured training and mentorship from skilled orthopedic surgeons while gaining exposure across a variety of subspecialties.
Orthopedic experience is welcome but not required—new graduates are encouraged to apply.
Following training, providers are matched to a subspecialty based on interest, aptitude, and clinical needs, which may include:
- Hand & Upper Extremity
- Foot & Ankle
- Total Joint
- Sports Medicine
- Trauma
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What You’LL Do
- Provide orthopedic care in both clinical and surgical settings
- Perform patient evaluations, physical exams, and diagnostic assessments
- First-assist in the operating room alongside orthopedic surgeons
- Participate in pre- and post-operative care and patient education
- Collaborate closely with physicians and clinical care teams
- Support hospital rounding and call coverage as needed
- Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation
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What We’RE Looking For
- Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program
- Current PA-C certification (or actively pursuing certification)
- Eligible for Massachusetts licensure
- DEA registration and Massachusetts Controlled Substance Registration (or eligibility)
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-based clinical environment
- Interest in orthopedics strongly preferred (experience a plus, not required)
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What We Offer
- Competitive compensation starting at $120,000+, commensurate with experience
- Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- 401(k) with employer contribution
- Generous paid time off and year-end bonus opportunity
- CME support and tuition reimbursement
- Structured onboarding, training, and ongoing mentorship from orthopedic specialists
- Opportunity for long-term growth within a respected orthopedic practice
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Why Join NEOS
At NEOS, you’ll join a team that values collaboration, clinical excellence, and professional growth. We invest in training and mentorship so our providers can develop confidence and competence across a broad range of orthopedic care.
Key Responsibilities
The Physician Assistant will provide orthopedic care in both clinical and surgical settings, including performing patient evaluations and assisting in the operating room. They will also participate in pre- and post-operative care, hospital rounding, and maintain accurate clinical documentation.
Requirements
Candidates must be graduates of an accredited Physician Assistant program and hold or be eligible for Massachusetts licensure and PA-C certification. Strong communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced, team-based environment are required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Certifications
Key Skills
Orthopedics — Physician Assistant Career Context
In Massachusetts, the Physician Assistant weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$147k (183 salary observations; 577 listings), vs ~$140k nationally (4,779 salary observations; 22,562 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, 80% have no call, 64% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Massachusetts is 105.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$120k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $113k in an average-cost state. 63.2% of Massachusetts clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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