Entry Level Family Medicine Physician Assistant Jobs
New grad family medicine physician assistant jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong clinical rotation performance or internship work can carry more weight than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Non-Profit & Social Services, with employers like Optum, CommonSpirit Health, and Jobot hiring at this level now.
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Optum NY/NJ, is seeking a dedicated, Internal Medicine or Family Medicine Physician, to join our team in Lake Success, NY. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.
As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you'll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.
At Optum, you'll have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives. We believe you deserve an exceptional career, and will empower you to live your best life at work and at home. Experience the fulfillment of advancing the health of your community with the excitement of contributing new practice ideas and initiatives that could help improve care for millions of patients across the country. Because together, we have the power to make health care better for everyone. Join us and discover how rewarding medicine can be while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Direct and manage a complete continuum of high-quality care within the care team.
- Treat chronic diseases and disorders.
- Reviews patient file/record, including allergies, problems, medications, and immunization status.
- Elicits and records information about patient's medical history.
- Orders or executes various tests, analyses, and diagnostic images to provide information on patient's condition.
- Analyzes reports and findings of tests and examination and diagnoses condition of patient.
- Oversees and provides collaborative support to Advanced Practice Clinicians.
Position Highlights:
- Physician-led, patient centered team-based environment.
- Providing full spectrum Family/Internal Medicine & Adult Primary Care, focusing on value-based care, and supported by a robust team of specialists.
- Team based care; Evidence-based Medicine.
- Autonomy to practice at the peak of your license.
- Supported to grow your practice and patient panel.
- Fully integrated and actively using EPIC for electronic medical record system.
What makes an Optum organization different?
- Be part of a best-in-class employee experience that enables you to practice at the top of your license.
- We believe that better care for clinicians equates to better care for patients.
- We are influencing change collectively on a national scale while still maintaining the culture and community of our local care organizations.
- Practice medicine autonomously, with the support, not restrictions, of a sustainable and thriving national health care organization.
Compensation & Benefits Highlights:
- Guaranteed, competitive compensation model based on quality, not quantity, with significant earning potential, annual increases, and bonus eligibility.
- Financial stability and support of a Fortune 5 Company
- Robust retirement offerings including employer funded contributions and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP for UHG Stock)
- APC Partnership opportunities and incentives
- Comprehensive benefits plan inclusive of medical, dental, vision, STD/LTD, CME and malpractice coverage.
- Robust clinician learning and development programs.
Optum NY/NJ was formed in 2022 by bringing together Riverside Medical Group, CareMount Medical and ProHealth Care. The regional alignment combines resources and services across the care continuum - from preventative medicine to diagnostics to treatment and beyond across New York, New Jersey, and Southern Connecticut. As a Patient Centered Medical Home, Optum NY/NJ can provide patient-focused medical care to the entire family. You will find our team working in local clinics, surgery centers and urgent care centers, within care models focused on managing risk, higher quality outcomes and driving change through collaboration and innovation. Together, we're making health care work better for everyone.
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications:
- Unrestricted licensure in the state of New York or has New York application in process
- Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine through the American Board of Medical Specialties or American Osteopathic Association
- Active and unrestricted DEA License or ability to obtain prior to start
Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $238,500 - $392,500 annually. Total cash compensation includes base pay and bonus and is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.
OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
OptumCare is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Optum NY/NJ, is seeking a dedicated, Internal Medicine or Family Medicine Physician, to join our team in Lake Success, NY. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.
As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you'll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.
At Optum, you'll have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives. We believe you deserve an exceptional career, and will empower you to live your best life at work and at home. Experience the fulfillment of advancing the health of your community with the excitement of contributing new practice ideas and initiatives that could help improve care for millions of patients across the country. Because together, we have the power to make health care better for everyone. Join us and discover how rewarding medicine can be while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Direct and manage a complete continuum of high-quality care within the care team.
- Treat chronic diseases and disorders.
- Reviews patient file/record, including allergies, problems, medications, and immunization status.
- Elicits and records information about patient's medical history.
- Orders or executes various tests, analyses, and diagnostic images to provide information on patient's condition.
- Analyzes reports and findings of tests and examination and diagnoses condition of patient.
- Oversees and provides collaborative support to Advanced Practice Clinicians.
Position Highlights:
- Physician-led, patient centered team-based environment.
- Providing full spectrum Family/Internal Medicine & Adult Primary Care, focusing on value-based care, and supported by a robust team of specialists.
- Team based care; Evidence-based Medicine.
- Autonomy to practice at the peak of your license.
- Supported to grow your practice and patient panel.
- Fully integrated and actively using EPIC for electronic medical record system.
What makes an Optum organization different?
- Be part of a best-in-class employee experience that enables you to practice at the top of your license.
- We believe that better care for clinicians equates to better care for patients.
- We are influencing change collectively on a national scale while still maintaining the culture and community of our local care organizations.
- Practice medicine autonomously, with the support, not restrictions, of a sustainable and thriving national health care organization.
Compensation & Benefits Highlights:
- Guaranteed, competitive compensation model based on quality, not quantity, with significant earning potential, annual increases, and bonus eligibility.
- Financial stability and support of a Fortune 5 Company
- Robust retirement offerings including employer funded contributions and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP for UHG Stock)
- APC Partnership opportunities and incentives
- Comprehensive benefits plan inclusive of medical, dental, vision, STD/LTD, CME and malpractice coverage.
- Robust clinician learning and development programs.
Optum NY/NJ was formed in 2022 by bringing together Riverside Medical Group, CareMount Medical and ProHealth Care. The regional alignment combines resources and services across the care continuum - from preventative medicine to diagnostics to treatment and beyond across New York, New Jersey, and Southern Connecticut. As a Patient Centered Medical Home, Optum NY/NJ can provide patient-focused medical care to the entire family. You will find our team working in local clinics, surgery centers and urgent care centers, within care models focused on managing risk, higher quality outcomes and driving change through collaboration and innovation. Together, we're making health care work better for everyone.
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications:
- Unrestricted licensure in the state of New York or has New York application in process
- Board Certification or Board Eligibility in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine through the American Board of Medical Specialties or American Osteopathic Association
- Active and unrestricted DEA License or ability to obtain prior to start
Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $238,500 - $392,500 annually. Total cash compensation includes base pay and bonus and is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.
OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
OptumCare is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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Entry Level Family Medicine Physician Assistant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level family medicine physician assistant job?
Start by highlighting clinical rotations, supervised practice hours, and any family medicine or primary care experience from your PA program. Employers hiring at the entry level look for candidates who are NCCPA board-certified or board-eligible, comfortable with EHR systems, and confident in managing a broad patient panel. A cover letter that speaks to your interest in longitudinal patient care gives you a real edge over generic applications.
Which companies hire entry level family medicine physician assistants?
Companies hiring entry level family medicine physician assistants right now include Optum, CommonSpirit Health, and Jobot, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from outpatient primary care groups, federally qualified health centers, and regional health systems that build their PA workforce from new graduates.
Are there remote entry level family medicine physician assistant jobs?
Yes, though most family medicine PA roles require in-person patient care. About 2% of entry level family medicine physician assistant openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions typically involve telehealth triage, chronic disease management follow-ups, or administrative clinical work rather than full primary care panels.
Are these new grad family medicine physician assistant jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior family medicine physician assistant roles. A posting is typically new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts supervised PA program rotations toward its requirements, or explicitly notes that candidates from recent graduating classes are encouraged to apply. Highlighting your clinical hours and rotation evaluations strengthens a new grad application significantly.
Which industries hire the most entry level family medicine physician assistants?
Entry Level family medicine physician assistant roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Non-Profit & Social Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at the entry level because they rely on scalable outpatient care models where new graduates can develop clinical autonomy under physician supervision while handling high patient volumes.