Commonwealth of Massachusetts·Boston, Massachusetts
The Physician Assistant will evaluate and examine patients, prescribe medications, and perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in both inpatient and outpatient settings. They are responsible for maintaining accurate electronic medical records and participating in rapid response teams and staff committees.
The Lemuel Shattuck Hospital under the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) is seeking caring, dynamic, and attentive applicants to provide an exceptional patient care experience that promotes healing and recovery in a compassionate public health hospital environment. The Physician Assistants (PA) assist in the diagnostic and therapeutic management of patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings in medical disciplines. The PA works under the supervision, but not necessarily in the presence of a qualified licensed physician (supervision includes rounds and review of patients, periodic written & verbal review of performance).
8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (40 hours per week). Days off are weekends, with other days off as assigned. Covers 4 weekends and one holiday for vent and subacute inpatients. Duties and
Responsibilities (these are a general summary and not all inclusive): Evaluate and examine patients through medical histories, physical exams, and laboratory tests. Prescribe medications and treatments tailored to patient needs. Perform and interpret routine and specialized diagnostics, including lab work, imaging, and electrocardiography. Carry out therapeutic procedures like injections, immunizations, suturing, wound care, and fracture management. Counsel patients on physical and mental health, disease prevention, family planning, and more. Provide care for community and correctional health patients in inpatient settings. Independently perform life-saving evaluations and therapeutic interventions. Maintain accurate, up-to-date electronic medical records. Participate in staff meetings, committees, and the rapid response team, as needed.
Required
Qualifications: Expertise in physical diagnosis, including medical history-taking and evaluations. Knowledge of electrocardiography and diagnostic radiology fundamentals. Familiarity with medical records and terminology. Awareness of safety practices in medical facilities.
Suboxone Waiver Special Requirements: Physician Assistant must be a graduate from a program for the education and training of Physician Assistants which has been approved by the Massachusetts Board of Approval and Certification of Physician Assistant Programs, Department of Public Health (M.G.L. Chapter 112, ss. 9C-9H) About the Shattuck Hospital: Shattuck provides a safety net for patients referred by teaching and community hospitals that require extended care and is an essential health care provider for patients facing challenges accessing high quality healthcare. The hospital is on the front lines of the opiate epidemic, leading in the innovative treatment of substance use disorders. Shattuck provides a full range of services including acute care supported by a Medical Intermediate Care Unit, surgical services, telemetry, anesthesiology, pulmonary services, orthopedics, rehabilitative medicine, PICC/central line placement, advanced wound care, chemotherapy, and telemedicine. Comprehensive ancillaries and procedures include full clinical lab/pathology, CT and MRI, on-site pharmacy, sleep studies, EKG/ECHO and EEG.\ In addition to the main hospital, 25 outpatient clinics coordinate “one-stop” medical and mental health care and offer the only ambulatory surgical service among the state hospitals. The clinical environment is strictly governed by regulatory standards that mandate day to day interventions and services Pre-Offer Process: A criminal background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services prior to the candidate being hired. For more information, please visit Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines. Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth’s website, ADA Reasonable Accommodation: If you require a reasonable accommodation with the application/interview process, please contact us at: EOHHS Candidate ADA Requests For questions regarding this requisition, please contact Executive Office of Health and Human Services Human Resources at 1-800- 510-4122 Ext. #4
Candidates must be graduates of a Physician Assistant program approved by the Massachusetts Board of Approval and Certification of Physician Assistant Programs. Expertise in physical diagnosis, medical history-taking, and diagnostic radiology fundamentals is required.
Market context
Physician assistant openings in Massachusetts often reflect steady demand in hospitals, specialty practices, and primary care settings. These roles are competitive because employers usually look for accredited PA training, prior healthcare experience, and some direct PA practice, while benefits such as EAP, vision coverage, 401(k) matching, FSA, and HSA can help distinguish offers. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm licensure expectations and match your experience to the setting before applying.
Acquired Brain Injury Human Services Coordinator I
Psychologist III
Physical Therapist II