Job Details

A mission-driven community health center in a western Boston neighborhood is seeking an experienced Physician Assistant to join its growing primary care team. This is an exciting opportunity to provide high‑quality, culturally responsive care within a collaborative, team‑oriented environment that serves a diverse and vibrant patient population.

About the Role

As a Primary Care Physician Assistant, you will work closely with a dedicated team of NPs, MDs, DOs, PAs, nurses, medical assistants, and multidisciplinary professionals committed to delivering comprehensive, patient-centered care. Cultural competence is essential, as you will support patients and colleagues from a wide range of racial, ethnic, and linguistic backgrounds.

Compensation, Bonuses & Loan Repayment

• Salary based on experience-(range may be shared with applicants upon request)
• Eligible for up to $20,000 annually in bonuses, paid quarterly, based on:
  • Quality metrics
  • Completed visits
  • Retention
• As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), providers are eligible for multiple loan repayment programs (up to $80,000 over two years) and for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

Benefits & Perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short- and long-term disability, plus life insurance
• Generous paid time off
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• “Tickets at Work” program
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement

Your Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive primary care, including diagnosing and treating illness, prescribing medications, offering preventive care guidance, and addressing the psychological impacts of illness.
• Appropriately refer patients to specialty services and ensure timely follow-up on results.
• Participate in co-managing a patient panel with a team-based NP or PA.
• Contribute to training activities for students and clinical learners.
• Ensure continuity of care across referrals, specialty clinics, emergency departments, and hospital services.
• Engage in staff meetings, quality assurance efforts, and medical audit activities.
• Participate in paid 24-hour on-call coverage for one week at a time, approximately 1–2 times per quarter.
• Work one weekly evening session (until 7 PM); occasional Saturdays may be required based on staffing needs.

Schedule & Workload

• Full-time: 40 hours/week
  • 32 patient-facing hours
  • 8 administrative hours (flexibly scheduled; many providers use one remote day)
• Flexible scheduling options:
  • 5×8-hour days or
  • Fewer, longer days (e.g., 4x10s), as long as one weekly evening session is included
• Patient volume: ~10–12 patients per 4-hour session (~20 per 8-hour day)

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of primary care experience required.
• NCCPA Certification
• Experience with EMR systems required; Epic familiarity preferred.
• Excellent communication skills, especially with diverse populations and individuals with limited English proficiency.
• Spanish or Portuguese fluency is a strong plus; bilingual/bicultural candidates preferred.
• Ability to provide care for adolescents through adults or full-spectrum family medicine.

Neighborhood Information:

Living in this Western Boston neighborhood offers a blend of urban convenience and a strong sense of community, making it appealing to many residents. The area is home to a diverse population that includes students, young professionals, and multigenerational families, contributing to a lively and welcoming environment. With a long-standing commitment to community wellbeing and access to high‑quality healthcare services—including specialty care, modern emergency care, and innovative treatments—this neighborhood provides both comfort and peace of mind for those who value nearby medical resources. Its mix of local amenities, cultural diversity, and strong neighborhood identity makes it a vibrant and convenient place to call home.

Apply today to find out more!

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