Physician Assistant - Critical Care

Boston, MA 02115

Specialty Critical Care
Profession Physician Assistant


Critical Care Physician Assistant – Boston, MA

Join a leading facility in Boston, Massachusetts, as a Critical Care Physician Assistant and make an impactful difference in adult ICU care. Enjoy a flexible schedule with a 3x13-hour shift pattern, competitive hourly pay, and comprehensive benefits—all while working at a top teaching hospital.

Why Apply?

  • Flexible shifts that fit your lifestyle (days or nights, with weekends included)
  • Competitive hourly rate of $113.49
  • Supportive environment focusing on adult ICU patient care in a well-equipped facility

Quick Facts
  • Location: Boston, MA (55 Fruit Street)
  • Start Date: 01/04/2027
  • End Date: 07/05/2027
  • Shift: 3x13-Hour (06:00 - 19:00)
  • Hours/Week: Based on schedule (overtime at same rate as regular hours)
  • Employment Type: Contract
  • License/Certs: Active MA license (or willingness to license for PAs), ACLS, BLS, DEA
  • Experience: 2+ years in critical care or ICU setting
Pay & Benefits
  • Hourly Pay Rate: $113.49
  • Benefits:
    • Competitive pay packages
    • Weekly pay schedule via direct deposit
    • Comprehensive medical benefits (W-2)
    • Robust referral bonus program
    • Licensure, certification, travel, and other reimbursements when applicable
    • Paid sick time as per laws
What You’ll Do
  • Respond to adult ICU patient needs during assigned shifts
  • Collaborate with attending physicians and nursing staff
  • Round with attending physicians in the morning and afternoon
  • Manage bread-and-butter ICU and Med Surg procedures (no complex neuro or transplants)
  • Respondclinician: no procedures, no billing for APPs
  • Act as a key responder in a responsive clinical role in a teaching hospital setting
What You Need
  • Required:
    • Board Certification in Acute Care with ICU experience
    • Massachusetts license (or willing to license, minimum 3-5 weeks for PAs)
    • ACLS, BLS, DEA certification
    • 2+ years ICU or critical care experience
  • Preferred:
    • Local candidates able to commute easily
    • Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekend shifts (minimum 2/month, preferred 4)
About the Assignment
This position is in an adult ICU within a teaching hospital, with an average daily census of 7 patients. Responsibilities include rounding with attending staff, responding to ICU responses, and managing common ICU patient needs in a busy clinical environment. The role is ideal for providers seeking a flexible, responsive clinical position with no procedures required.


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