Nurse Practitioner Or Physician Assistant Jobs in Pennsylvania
Nurse Practitioner Or Physician Assistant jobs in Pennsylvania are consistently in demand, with strong hiring across health systems, primary care networks, urgent care, and specialty practices at every experience level from new graduate through senior clinician. Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and the Lehigh Valley are the most active hiring markets, anchored by large employers like Penn Medicine, UPMC, and Geisinger Health. The most sought-after specialties include primary care, emergency medicine, and surgical assistance. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Summary
Geisinger's Neuroscience Institute is seeking a neurology physician assistant or nurse practitioner to join the neurology team at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center in Wilkes Barre, PA.
Job Duties
The NP or PA will work primarily in an outpatient clinic setting. An inpatient component may arise if needed.
The ideal candidate will:
- Performs initial assessment and triage of patients based on information obtained pertinent to presenting condition.
- Keeps track of pertinent procedure and laboratory results, discusses with physician, and returns call to family and patient regarding the results and plans.
- Assists with arranging appropriate follow-up for the patients.
- Answers and returns phone calls from established patients and their families and assess the needs of patient and family.
- Discusses plan with the physician and relays information to the family and patient.
- Obtains or assists in the preauthorization process for medications, diagnostic studies, and treatments.
- which the employee is qualified to perform.
- Screening patients.
The successful Physician Assistant must be a graduate of a ARC-approved physician assistant program, eligible or certified by the National Commission for the Certification of Physician Assistants and eligible or certified by the State Board of Medicine.
The successful Nurse Practitioner candidate will have a certificate of completion from an approved program for Nurse Practitioners and must be eligible for or certified by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing. Must be certified to work with all patient population age groups.
Geisinger’s Neuroscience Institute spans Geisinger’s three main campuses in Danville, Wilkes-Barre and Scranton, along with locations in State College and Lewistown, Pennsylvania. Our program includes most neurology and neurosurgery subspecialties along with neurology and neurosurgery residency programs. Geisinger has a specific focus on quality not quantity and developing new management pathways for optimal outcomes.
Education
Master's Degree-Physician Assistant (Required)Certification(s) and License(s)
Basic Life Support Certification - Default Issuing Body; Certified Physician Assistant - National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)About Geisinger
Founded more than 100 years ago by Abigail Geisinger, the system now includes ten hospital campuses, a 550,000-member health plan, two research centers and the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. With nearly 24,000 employees and more than 1,700 employed physicians, Geisinger boosts its hometown economies in Pennsylvania by billions of dollars annually. Learn more at geisinger.org or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Our Vision & Values
Everything we do is about making better health easier for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities.
KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves.
EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence.
LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow.
INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation.
SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family.
Our Benefits
We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and prescription coverage.
Job Summary
Geisinger's Neuroscience Institute is seeking a neurology physician assistant or nurse practitioner to join the neurology team at Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center in Wilkes Barre, PA.
Job Duties
The NP or PA will work primarily in an outpatient clinic setting. An inpatient component may arise if needed.
The ideal candidate will:
- Performs initial assessment and triage of patients based on information obtained pertinent to presenting condition.
- Keeps track of pertinent procedure and laboratory results, discusses with physician, and returns call to family and patient regarding the results and plans.
- Assists with arranging appropriate follow-up for the patients.
- Answers and returns phone calls from established patients and their families and assess the needs of patient and family.
- Discusses plan with the physician and relays information to the family and patient.
- Obtains or assists in the preauthorization process for medications, diagnostic studies, and treatments.
- which the employee is qualified to perform.
- Screening patients.
The successful Physician Assistant must be a graduate of a ARC-approved physician assistant program, eligible or certified by the National Commission for the Certification of Physician Assistants and eligible or certified by the State Board of Medicine.
The successful Nurse Practitioner candidate will have a certificate of completion from an approved program for Nurse Practitioners and must be eligible for or certified by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing. Must be certified to work with all patient population age groups.
Geisinger’s Neuroscience Institute spans Geisinger’s three main campuses in Danville, Wilkes-Barre and Scranton, along with locations in State College and Lewistown, Pennsylvania. Our program includes most neurology and neurosurgery subspecialties along with neurology and neurosurgery residency programs. Geisinger has a specific focus on quality not quantity and developing new management pathways for optimal outcomes.
Education
Master's Degree-Physician Assistant (Required)Certification(s) and License(s)
Basic Life Support Certification - Default Issuing Body; Certified Physician Assistant - National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)About Geisinger
Founded more than 100 years ago by Abigail Geisinger, the system now includes ten hospital campuses, a 550,000-member health plan, two research centers and the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. With nearly 24,000 employees and more than 1,700 employed physicians, Geisinger boosts its hometown economies in Pennsylvania by billions of dollars annually. Learn more at geisinger.org or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Our Vision & Values
Everything we do is about making better health easier for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities.
KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves.
EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence.
LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow.
INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation.
SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family.
Our Benefits
We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and prescription coverage.
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Nurse Practitioner Or Physician Assistant Job Market in Pennsylvania
A snapshot from current Pennsylvania openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Allegheny Health Network45
- Lyra Health31
- Geisinger19
- UPMC16
- Penn Medicine15
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services56
- Insurance6
- Education4
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals2
- Science & Research1
What Pennsylvania Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in nurse practitioner or physician assistant jobs across Pennsylvania.
- Active Pennsylvania NP or PA license issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine
- National certification from NCCPA for PAs or AANP/ANCC for nurse practitioners
- Master of Science in Nursing or Master of Physician Assistant Studies or equivalent graduate degree
- Current DEA registration and prescriptive authority consistent with Pennsylvania collaborative practice standards
- Minimum one to three years of clinical experience in the relevant specialty or care setting
- Current BLS and ACLS certification required for hospital and emergency care positions
Nurse Practitioner Or Physician Assistant Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a nurse practitioner or physician assistant in Pennsylvania?
Nurse practitioners in Pennsylvania must hold a graduate nursing degree, pass the AANP or ANCC national certification exam, and obtain licensure through the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing. Physician assistants are licensed by the Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine after completing an accredited PA program and passing the PANCE. Both roles require a collaborative agreement with a supervising physician under Pennsylvania law before practicing independently.
Which companies hire nurse practitioner or physician assistants in Pennsylvania?
Employers hiring nurse practitioner or physician assistants in Pennsylvania right now include Allegheny Health Network, Lyra Health, and Geisinger, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Pennsylvania's large integrated health systems, regional hospital networks, and federally qualified health centers across the state generate consistent demand for both roles year-round.
Which Pennsylvania cities have the most nurse practitioner or physician assistant jobs?
The cities with the most nurse practitioner or physician assistant openings in Pennsylvania are Philadelphia, Erie, and Pittsburgh. Philadelphia dominates due to its concentration of academic medical centers and large health systems, while Pittsburgh's strength in specialty care and Geisinger's regional footprint drives significant hiring across central and northeastern Pennsylvania, including smaller communities that larger metro counts sometimes obscure.
Are there remote nurse practitioner or physician assistant jobs in Pennsylvania?
Yes, but they're rare. The hands-on nature of clinical care means most nurse practitioner and physician assistant roles require an in-person presence. About 50% of nurse practitioner or physician assistant openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions tend to be concentrated in telehealth triage, chronic disease management, and insurance utilization review roles.
How can I get hired as a nurse practitioner or physician assistant in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to new-graduate or residency programs offered by large Pennsylvania health systems. UPMC, Penn Medicine, and Geisinger each run structured post-graduate residency or fellowship programs designed for newly certified NPs and PAs, particularly in primary care and hospital medicine. Candidates who secured clinical rotations at these institutions have a meaningful advantage. Holding an active Pennsylvania license and completing any available certificate coursework in your target specialty strengthens an application considerably.
Where can I find and apply to nurse practitioner or physician assistant jobs in Pennsylvania?
You can find and apply to nurse practitioner or physician assistant jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current Pennsylvania 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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