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Physician Assistant NICU

Brigham and Women's Hospital
$126,838.00 - $173,867.00 / yr
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
45 Francis Street (Show on map)
Jul 31, 2026
Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham. Job Summary Physician Assistant - NICU/SCN Brigham and Women's Hospital \| Rotating Days, Nights and Weekends 50% Night Shift Coverage Join a team where your expertise makes a difference from the very first moments of life. Brigham and Women's Hospital is seeking a Physician Assistant to join our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and Special Care Nursery (SCN) team. In this highly collaborative role, you will help care for critically ill neonates in Level II and Level III settings, working alongside an experienced multidisciplinary team committed to delivering exceptional, family-centered care. About the Role As a NICU/SCN Physician Assistant, you will play an essential role in the assessment, stabilization and ongoing medical management of critically ill newborns. This includes attending high-risk deliveries with the NICU team, supporting admissions to the NICU and SCN, and helping carry forward care plans during off-hours coverage. You will partner closely with neonatologists, nurses, respiratory therapists and other members of the care team to review patient history and daily clinical data, participate in multidisciplinary rounds, develop management plans and ensure continuity of care throughout each shift. Key Responsibilities * Provide clinical care for critically ill neonates in the NICU and SCN settings. * Attend high-risk deliveries with the NICU team and support timely stabilization and admission of ill neonates. * Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to review patient data, participate in rounds and implement individualized care plans. * Perform emergency and advanced procedures, including but not limited to endotracheal intubation, needle thoracentesis, thoracostomy, paracentesis, umbilical line placement, PICC line placement, peripheral arterial access, lumbar puncture and bladder catheterization. * Practice under the supervision of an attending physician and report administratively to the department administrator or chief physician assistant. * Perform all responsibilities in accordance with state and federal regulations and institutional policies, including the BWH PA Scope of Practice, Prescriptive Guidelines, approved clinical privileges and BWH PA policy. * Maintain appropriate licensure, certification and professional credentials. * Perform other duties as assigned. Why Brigham and Women's Hospital At Brigham and Women's Hospital, exceptional care begins with exceptional people. Our nursing and clinical teams are known for their commitment to excellence, collaboration and keeping patients and families at the center of every decision. We believe great care is built through meaningful relationships - with patients, families and colleagues - and through a shared dedication to knowing each patient as an individual. This is an opportunity to bring your clinical skill, judgment and compassion to a fast-paced neonatal care environment where teamwork, professional growth and patient-centered care are at the heart of the work. Qualifications Education Master's Degree Physician Assistant required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Physician Assistant [State License] - Generic - HR Only required Experience Experience as a licensed Physician Assistant preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Skilled in taking medical histories to assess medical condition and interpret findings. - Ability to maintain quality control standards. - Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations. - Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures. - Ability to communicate clearly and establish/maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public. Additional Job Details (if applicable) Remote Type Onsite Work Location 45 Francis Street Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Employee Type Regular Work Shift Rotating (United States of America) Pay Range $126,838.40 - $173,867.20/Annual Grade 7 At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package. EEO Statement: 2200 The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642. Mass General Brigham Competency Framework At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.