Nurse Practitioner Or Physician Assistant Jobs in New Jersey
Nurse Practitioner Or Physician Assistant jobs in New Jersey are among the most active in the Northeast, with strong demand running from new graduates through experienced clinicians in primary care, urgent care, and hospital-based specialty practices. Newark, Camden, and the Trenton metro anchor the bulk of hiring, where large systems like RWJBarnabas Health, Hackensack Meridian Health, and Cooper University Health Care consistently recruit nurse practitioners and physician assistants. Primary care, emergency medicine, and oncology represent the most in-demand specialties across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Help People Transform Their Health—Not Just Their Weight
Every patient who walks through our doors has already taken one of the hardest steps—they've asked for help.
At Medi-Weightloss Princeton, we believe lasting transformation happens through compassionate care, evidence-based medicine, personalized wellness, education, accountability, and encouragement. We don't simply help patients lose weight—we help them improve their health, regain confidence, and build sustainable habits for life.
We’re looking for an exceptional Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant who wants to build something meaningful from the ground up. This is an opportunity to join a new clinic where you'll serve as the lead provider, mentor a talented clinical team, and help shape an outstanding patient experience from day one.
If you're passionate about nutrition, preventive medicine, lifestyle change, and developing meaningful relationships with patients, we'd love to meet you.
Position Overview
As the lead medical provider, you'll combine clinical excellence with education, encouragement, and accountability to help patients achieve lasting results.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Care
- Conduct comprehensive medical evaluations and physical examinations.
- Review medical histories, laboratory results, ECGs, and diagnostic testing.
- Develop individualized treatment plans using evidence-based medical weight management.
- Prescribe medications and therapies in accordance with supervising physician protocols and state regulations.
- Provide ongoing nutritional counseling, lifestyle coaching, and preventive medicine education.
- Educate patients on supplements, wellness products, hormone optimization therapies, and IV nutrient therapy.
- Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly.
- Maintain accurate documentation within the EMR.
- Coordinate referrals when clinically appropriate.
- Conduct follow-up communication to encourage patient success and address concerns.
- Build trusting, long-term relationships with patients through active listening, education, encouragement, and individualized care.
Clinical Leadership
- Serve as the lead provider and clinical resource for the team.
- Mentor Medical Assistants and other clinical staff.
- Provide clinical oversight of patient care and quality initiatives.
- Review clinical reports, KPIs, and patient outcome metrics.
- Participate in ongoing staff education and training.
- Help improve workflows, patient experience, and operational efficiency.
- Support implementation of new clinical services, including hormone optimization and IV nutrient therapy.
- Collaborate closely with clinic leadership to help grow the practice while maintaining exceptional standards of care.
Qualifications
- Active New Jersey Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license
- Current New Jersey DEA registration (or ability to obtain upon hire)
- Current CAQH profile (Preferred)
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong clinical judgment and professionalism
- Commitment to evidence-based medicine and exceptional patient care
Experience We Value
Preferred experience or interest in:
- Medical weight management
- Lifestyle medicine
- Nutrition counseling
- Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)
- IV nutrient therapy
- Preventive medicine
- Patient education and motivational interviewing
Training is available for team members interested in expanding their skills in hormone optimization, IV therapy support, and other wellness services.
This Role Is FOR you if you are someone who:
- Believes obesity is a chronic disease deserving compassionate medical care.
- Loves coaching patients just as much as treating them.
- Celebrates patient victories—both big and small.
- Wants to develop long-term relationships with patients.
- Enjoys being part of a collaborative, mission-driven team.
- Wants to help build a special culture from the ground up.
This Role is NOT for you if:
- You enjoy treating conditions but not coaching lifestyle change.
- You're uncomfortable discussing nutrition, exercise, and behavior modification.
- You're looking for a role focused solely on prescribing medications rather than educating, motivating, and inspiring patients.
Compensation
- Competitive salary (Commensurate with Experience)
- Professional development reimbursement
- Employee discounts on supplements, products, and treatments
Position Details
- Part-Time (24–30 hours/week) or per diem (6-12 hours/week)
- In-person position
- Saturday morning availability required
- Anticipated start date: Approximately 2–3 weeks prior to our planned September/October 2026 clinic opening
Why You'll Love This Opportunity
- Make a lasting impact on patients' lives through personalized, physician-supervised care.
- Join a collaborative, positive, high-energy team that values excellence, compassion, and continuous improvement.
- Help build a new clinic and influence its culture from the beginning.
- Grow with a practice that values leadership, innovation, and professional development.
We believe exceptional patient care begins with investing in exceptional people. As a new practice, we're committed to creating an environment where our providers are supported, challenged, and empowered to continue learning while making a meaningful impact in the lives of our patients.
Help People Transform Their Health—Not Just Their Weight
Every patient who walks through our doors has already taken one of the hardest steps—they've asked for help.
At Medi-Weightloss Princeton, we believe lasting transformation happens through compassionate care, evidence-based medicine, personalized wellness, education, accountability, and encouragement. We don't simply help patients lose weight—we help them improve their health, regain confidence, and build sustainable habits for life.
We’re looking for an exceptional Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant who wants to build something meaningful from the ground up. This is an opportunity to join a new clinic where you'll serve as the lead provider, mentor a talented clinical team, and help shape an outstanding patient experience from day one.
If you're passionate about nutrition, preventive medicine, lifestyle change, and developing meaningful relationships with patients, we'd love to meet you.
Position Overview
As the lead medical provider, you'll combine clinical excellence with education, encouragement, and accountability to help patients achieve lasting results.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Care
- Conduct comprehensive medical evaluations and physical examinations.
- Review medical histories, laboratory results, ECGs, and diagnostic testing.
- Develop individualized treatment plans using evidence-based medical weight management.
- Prescribe medications and therapies in accordance with supervising physician protocols and state regulations.
- Provide ongoing nutritional counseling, lifestyle coaching, and preventive medicine education.
- Educate patients on supplements, wellness products, hormone optimization therapies, and IV nutrient therapy.
- Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly.
- Maintain accurate documentation within the EMR.
- Coordinate referrals when clinically appropriate.
- Conduct follow-up communication to encourage patient success and address concerns.
- Build trusting, long-term relationships with patients through active listening, education, encouragement, and individualized care.
Clinical Leadership
- Serve as the lead provider and clinical resource for the team.
- Mentor Medical Assistants and other clinical staff.
- Provide clinical oversight of patient care and quality initiatives.
- Review clinical reports, KPIs, and patient outcome metrics.
- Participate in ongoing staff education and training.
- Help improve workflows, patient experience, and operational efficiency.
- Support implementation of new clinical services, including hormone optimization and IV nutrient therapy.
- Collaborate closely with clinic leadership to help grow the practice while maintaining exceptional standards of care.
Qualifications
- Active New Jersey Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license
- Current New Jersey DEA registration (or ability to obtain upon hire)
- Current CAQH profile (Preferred)
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong clinical judgment and professionalism
- Commitment to evidence-based medicine and exceptional patient care
Experience We Value
Preferred experience or interest in:
- Medical weight management
- Lifestyle medicine
- Nutrition counseling
- Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)
- IV nutrient therapy
- Preventive medicine
- Patient education and motivational interviewing
Training is available for team members interested in expanding their skills in hormone optimization, IV therapy support, and other wellness services.
This Role Is FOR you if you are someone who:
- Believes obesity is a chronic disease deserving compassionate medical care.
- Loves coaching patients just as much as treating them.
- Celebrates patient victories—both big and small.
- Wants to develop long-term relationships with patients.
- Enjoys being part of a collaborative, mission-driven team.
- Wants to help build a special culture from the ground up.
This Role is NOT for you if:
- You enjoy treating conditions but not coaching lifestyle change.
- You're uncomfortable discussing nutrition, exercise, and behavior modification.
- You're looking for a role focused solely on prescribing medications rather than educating, motivating, and inspiring patients.
Compensation
- Competitive salary (Commensurate with Experience)
- Professional development reimbursement
- Employee discounts on supplements, products, and treatments
Position Details
- Part-Time (24–30 hours/week) or per diem (6-12 hours/week)
- In-person position
- Saturday morning availability required
- Anticipated start date: Approximately 2–3 weeks prior to our planned September/October 2026 clinic opening
Why You'll Love This Opportunity
- Make a lasting impact on patients' lives through personalized, physician-supervised care.
- Join a collaborative, positive, high-energy team that values excellence, compassion, and continuous improvement.
- Help build a new clinic and influence its culture from the beginning.
- Grow with a practice that values leadership, innovation, and professional development.
We believe exceptional patient care begins with investing in exceptional people. As a new practice, we're committed to creating an environment where our providers are supported, challenged, and empowered to continue learning while making a meaningful impact in the lives of our patients.
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Nurse Practitioner Or Physician Assistant Job Market in New Jersey
A snapshot from current New Jersey openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Lyra Health12
- Carbon Health8
- Hackensack Meridian Health7
- Ennoble Care4
- NJ Palliative Care Solutions4
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Insurance
What New Jersey Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in nurse practitioner or physician assistant jobs across New Jersey.
- Active New Jersey nurse practitioner or physician assistant license issued by the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs
- Master's degree or doctorate in nursing or physician assistant studies from an accredited program
- National board certification such as NCCPA, AANP, or ANCC recognized by New Jersey employers
- Clinical experience in a relevant specialty such as primary care, emergency medicine, or oncology
- Current DEA registration and prescriptive authority eligibility under New Jersey collaborative agreement requirements
- Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support certification maintained as current
Nurse Practitioner Or Physician Assistant Jobs in New Jersey: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a nurse practitioner or physician assistant in New Jersey?
You must hold a current license issued by the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs, which oversees both advanced practice nurses and physician assistants in the state. Nurse practitioners need a master's or doctoral degree in nursing plus national board certification through AANP or ANCC, while physician assistants must complete an accredited PA program and pass the PANCE through the NCCPA. New Jersey also requires a collaborative practice agreement with a supervising physician for prescriptive authority.
Which companies hire nurse practitioner or physician assistants in New Jersey?
Employers hiring nurse practitioner or physician assistants in New Jersey right now include Lyra Health, Carbon Health, and Hackensack Meridian Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. New Jersey's density of academic medical centers and large regional health systems means openings appear consistently across both hospital-based and outpatient settings throughout the state.
Which New Jersey cities have the most nurse practitioner or physician assistant jobs?
The cities with the most nurse practitioner or physician assistant openings in New Jersey are Hackensack, Edison, and Eatontown. Newark and the surrounding Essex County area drive the highest volume thanks to major academic medical centers and flagship campuses of large health systems, while Camden and Trenton see steady demand from regional hospital networks and federally qualified health centers serving dense urban populations.
Are there remote nurse practitioner or physician assistant jobs in New Jersey?
Yes, but they are rare. Nurse practitioner and physician assistant work is inherently hands-on, and the large majority of roles require in-person patient care. About 42% of nurse practitioner or physician assistant openings tied to New Jersey are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions tend to concentrate in telephonic triage, utilization review, or insurance-based care management rather than direct clinical practice.
How can I get hired as a nurse practitioner or physician assistant in New Jersey with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a new-graduate or residency program offered by New Jersey health systems such as RWJBarnabas Health and Hackensack Meridian Health, which run structured transition-to-practice programs for new advanced practice providers. Candidates without post-graduate experience often move laterally from registered nurse or surgical technologist roles within the same system. Completing your New Jersey collaborative practice agreement paperwork before your first job search and having your DEA registration in process signals readiness to hiring managers.
Where can I find and apply to nurse practitioner or physician assistant jobs in New Jersey?
You can find and apply to nurse practitioner or physician assistant jobs in New Jersey on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers actively hiring in the state. Find roles that fit your specialty, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that match.
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