Physician assistant pay in New Jersey
Statewide, all employed PAs
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Posted pay on PA Career Hub · New Jersey PA jobs: median $151,000 (146 postings) · Family Medicine: median $138,000 (390 postings) · Pay Index
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 (physician assistants, 29-1071). Salary guide
Credentials
PAs in New Jersey are licensed by the New Jersey Physician Assistant Advisory Committee (State Board of Medical Examiners). New Jersey has joined the PA Licensure Compact, which will let PAs licensed in another member state practice here with a compact privilege; privileges are expected to open in early 2027. To prescribe controlled substances in New Jersey, a PA also needs a Controlled Dangerous Substances (CDS) Registration from the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs, Drug Control Unit, on top of DEA registration.
Full Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated Family Practice Physician Assistant for an 8-day assignment in New Jersey. This role focuses on providing comprehensive general primary care, including the management of both chronic and acute patient cases. Responsibilities and Duties Provide general primary care for chronic and acute patient cases Perform basic wound care Conduct ear wax removal Execute skin biopsies and skin cyst removals Apply and remove stitches and sutures Administer joint, tendon, and trigger point injections Perform skin tag removals Conduct incision and drainage of abscesses Perform Pap smears Conduct endometrial biopsies Perform IUD and Nexplanon removals Additional Information EMR: Athenahealth Benefits Strong compensation Travel-related expenses covered A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities
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