Inpatient Brain Injury Physician Assistant

Hackensack Meridian Health is hiring a Board Certified or Board Eligible Physician Assistant to work in the Brain Injury unit at the JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute in Edison, New Jersey. This is a great chance to join a growing healthcare network. The right person for this role will have strong clinical and communication skills and a dedication to excellent patient care. JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute is the Leader in Providing Quality Rehabilitation Care. We are nationally-ranked as a Top Rehabilitation Hospital in the Country by U.S. News & World Report. Our 94-bed hospital in Edison, New Jersey, offers the state's most comprehensive rehabilitation services to restore function and quality of life to those with physical impairments or disabilities. For nearly 50 years, we have provided a complete array of inpatient and outpatient services to help you reach your optimal function and independence.

Key Responsibilities:

Patient Assessment & Diagnosis:

Conduct and document comprehensive patient histories and physical examinations. Order, perform, and interpret laboratory results and diagnostic studies to formulate accurate diagnoses.

Clinical Management & Treatment:

Develop and manage treatment plans for a variety of medical and surgical conditions. Prescribe medications and therapeutic interventions under the supervision of an Attending, adhering to all New Jersey state regulations.

Collaboration & Advocacy:

Collaborate seamlessly with a multidisciplinary team of physicians, specialists, and support staff to ensure coordinated, high-quality care. Serve as a dedicated clinical resource and passionate advocate for patients and their families.

Patient & Family Education:

Provide compassionate, culturally sensitive, and effective health education to empower patients and their families throughout the care journey.

Position Highlights:

Thrive in a

Collaborative Environment:

Join a supportive, multidisciplinary team of esteemed physicians, specialists, and support staff where clinical excellence and teamwork are paramount. Practice at a

Nationally-Ranked Hospital:

Be part of an organization renowned for its reputation for excellence and commitment to top-tier patient care. Make a

Meaningful Impact:

Play a vital role in helping patients regain their independence and significantly improve their quality of life.

Enjoy Exceptional Work-Life Balance:

This full-time inpatient role features a consistent Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM schedule—no nights or weekends required.

REQUIREMENTS

PA Certification:

Must hold an active Physician Assistant-Certified (PA-C) credential.

Education:

Master's degree from an ARC-PA accredited Physician Assistant program.

Licensure:

Must possess an active and unrestricted New Jersey state license as a Physician Assistant.

Experience:

Open to both experienced practitioners and new graduates.

COMPENSATION

Minimum Starting Base Salary:

$148,803.20 Annually HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good-faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package. The starting base salary is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted base salary based on a number of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to:

Specialization :

Area of specialization and sub-specialization.

Labor Market Data :

Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness.

Experience :

Years of relevant experience in the areas of specialization and sub-specialization.

Leadership :

Relevant experience as a department chair or chief, practice group leader, or other leadership roles.

Education and Certifications :

Degrees attained, residencies, fellowships, board certifications, research, and publications.

Productivity :

Levels of productivity, quality and patient satisfaction.

Skills :

Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies.

Geographic Location:

Cost of living and market rates for the specific location.

Internal Equity:

Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the specialty and/or sub-specialty.

Budget and Grant Funding:

Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered. In addition to our compensation for full-time and part-time (20+ hours/week) positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits. The final compensation and benefits package will be discussed during the interview process.

HOW TO APPLY

For immediate consideration please contact:

Physician and Advanced Provider Recruiter:

Name:

Jodi Fendrick, BSBM-HR, SHRM-CP, CPRP Email:

jodi.fendrick@hmhn.org

Phone:

848-231-1065

Assistant Physician Recruiter:

Name:

Helayna Kelly Email:

helayna.kelly@hmhn.org

Phone:

908-839-5693