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Physician Assistant, Plastic Surgery

APDerm·Boston, Massachusetts

$93,000 - $126,201/yrFull TimeOn Site2-5 yrsPosted 24 days ago
Practice for this role

Physician Assistant, Plastic Surgery · $93,000 - $126,201/yr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

  • +11% vs. median posted salary for physicians roles in Boston, Massachusetts ($83,620, n=341)
  • 389 similar openings in the Boston area · median $83,620
$20.00 · p10p90 · $361,200,000
this role: $93,000median $83,620

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 341 posted physicians roles in Boston, Massachusetts salarys. This role sits in the 57th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 11% above the Boston, Massachusetts median for physicians roles.

The Physician Assistant will serve as a surgical first assistant in the operating room and conduct pre-operative and post-operative clinical evaluations. They will also perform aesthetic procedures such as Botox and dermal fillers while maintaining accurate medical documentation.

Overview Pay

$110,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year

Job Description

Build your career at one of New England's premier plastic surgery practices, Boston Center for Plastic Surgery. We're looking for a Physician Assistant with a strong surgical and injectables background to work directly alongside one of New England's leading double board-certified facial plastic surgeons. This is a rare opportunity to gain extensive experience in advanced facial plastic surgery while developing expertise in cosmetic medicine, including neurotoxins, dermal fillers, PRF, Sculptra, and laser treatments with hands-on training and mentorship. Compensation includes incentive pay tied to injectables performance. Our full-service practice features a state-of-the-art operating suite and a collaborative culture focused on clinical excellence. If you're looking for a position that offers meaningful responsibility, continuous learning, and the opportunity to grow alongside one of the most respected practices in New England, we'd love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

Operating Room Responsibilities Perform scrub technician duties, including sterile instrument setup, back-table preparation, and maintaining a sterile field throughout procedures Serve as surgical first assistant during plastic surgery cases Assist with tissue handling, retraction, suturing, hemostasis, and wound closure Anticipate surgical steps and proactively support the primary surgeon to ensure efficient case flow Collaborate effectively with the OR team, including surgeon, circulating nurses, anesthesia, and scrub staff Monitor patients during procedures and provide comprehensive post-operative care, recovery instructions, and follow-up support Administer medications and operate medical equipment in accordance with physician orders and established clinical protocols Complete accurate and timely operative documentation and procedure notes Ensure compliance with all OR protocols, sterile technique standards, and safety guidelines Clinical Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive pre-operative evaluations and prepare patients for upcoming surgical procedures Participate in initial patient consultations under physician supervision Provide post-operative care, wound management, and follow-up assessments Assist with aesthetic treatments including Botox injections and dermal filler procedures Assist with in-office procedures as directed by the supervising surgeon Educate patients on treatment plans, post-procedure care instructions, and expected outcomes Maintain thorough and accurate medical documentation in the electronic health record (EHR) Coordinate care with front office staff, scheduling, and other clinical team members Support patient triage, assist with inventory management, and participate in day-to-day clinical operations as needed Maintain a safe, clean, and hygienic work environment; prepare exam and procedure rooms, set up medical equipment, and decontaminate instruments following each use Participate in on-call coverage as required to support the supervising physician’s patient population, including after-hours patient questions, concerns, and urgent post-operative needs Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by the supervising physician; as experience and proficiency grow, the scope of this role may expand to include greater clinical independence and additional areas of responsibility

Qualifications

Required Qualifications Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience as a Physician Assistant Current PA-C certification by the NCCPA Valid state PA licensure (or ability to obtain prior to start date) Strong surgical background (OR experience, including scrubbing and/or first assisting) and/or significant cosmetic injectables experience (Botox, dermal fillers) Strong knowledge of surgical anatomy, sterile technique, and perioperative protocols Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills Ability to stand for extended periods and work in a fast-paced surgical environment

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience in plastic surgery, dermatology, or a related surgical specialty Familiarity with plastic surgery-specific instruments, equipment, and implants Comfort with aesthetic patient consultations and outcomes-focused care The salary for this role will range from USD $110,000.00 - 160,000.00 based on full-time employment. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including but not limited to years of experience, location, relevant skills, training, education, etc. Certain roles may be eligible for performance-based incentive compensation and/or long-term incentives. APDerm supports your life's needs through an extensive offering comprehensive, competitive and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being. APDerm is proud to be an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action workplace. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, military and veteran status, disability, genetics, or any other category protected by federal law or APDerm policy. Please email humanresources@apderm.com if you need a disability accommodation for any part of the employment process.

Requirements

Candidates must be graduates of an accredited Physician Assistant program with at least 2 years of clinical experience and current PA-C certification. Prior operating room experience and proficiency in sterile technique are required for this role.

  • professional certificate
  • Suturing
  • Hemostasis
  • Patient evaluation
  • Tissue handling
  • Surgical anatomy
  • Clinical documentation
  • Electronic health record
  • Sterile technique
  • Patient triage
  • Wound management
  • Dermal fillers
  • Surgical first assisting
  • Botox injections
  • Perioperative protocols
  • Sterile instrument setup

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Long-term incentives
  • Financial benefits
  • Performance-based incentive compensation

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$93,000 - $126,201/yr
Locations
Boston, Massachusetts; Newton, Massachusetts
Posted
Aug 14, 2026
Closes
Aug 14, 2027
Application
Employer website
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APDerm

At Adult & Pediatric Dermatology, PC, we are dedicated to creating a caring, professional, patient-centered experience for state-of-the-art medical, surgical and aesthetic dermatology and dermatopathology. By treating every patient as an individual, we seek to customize a plan...

IndustryMedical Practices
TypePrivately Held
Size51-200 employees
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