Physician Jobs in New York
Physician jobs in New York represent one of the most active and competitive markets in the country, with demand running from resident-level and early-career positions through attending and senior leadership roles across academic medical centers, large health systems, and outpatient networks. Most hiring is concentrated in New York City, Buffalo, and Albany, with anchor institutions like NewYork-Presbyterian, Northwell Health, and NYC Health + Hospitals consistently among the largest employers of physicians in the state. The most in-demand specialties include internal medicine, psychiatry, emergency medicine, and primary care. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island is a 591-bed university-affiliated medical center, which offers sophisticated diagnostic and therapeutic care in virtually every specialty and subspecialty of medicine and surgery. We are a major regional healthcare resource with a deep commitment to medical education and research, offering a full complement of inpatient and outpatient services. At NYU Langone Health, equity and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace inclusion and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge.
Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Physician Assistant, Surgical Services-Robotics, Laparoscopy Exp.
In this role, the successful candidate is responsible for provision, coordination, and assurance of comprehensive medical care using sound medical knowledge and pertinent standards of care, performance of therapeutic, corrective, and prescriptive measures on the designated inpatient or outpatient population, and assumes delegatory responsibilities assigned by supervising physician privileged as Medical Staff of NYU Langone Health.
Job Responsibilities:
- Supports the mission, philosophy, standards, goals and objectives of the institution, department and clinical service.
- Educates patient and family to facilitate and promote healthy adjustment to new or changed health patterns.
- Evaluates treatment and health care plans for effectiveness and modifies per clinical standards and practice protocols.
- Performs delegated clinical duties effectively and efficiently.
- Practices as a member of the allied health staff according to the rules and regulations of the Medical Staff and bylaws as outlined in the delineation of privileges.
- Prescribes medical equipment, devices, physical and occupational therapy, and home health services per practice protocol.
- Prescribes in-patient and discharge medications according to New York State law, including controlled substances with DEA authorization.
- Physical stamina, manual dexterity, visual and aural acuity to perform responsibilities. Membership in professional specialty organizations desirable.
- Previously demonstrated ability to facilitate group processes and work cohesively and collaboratively as a member of the interdisciplinary team.
- Evidence of excellent interpersonal skills, effective communication skills, creative problem solving and excellent critical thinking skills.
- Previous experience as a physician assistant or physician assistant fellowship experience is preferred.
- At least 2 years of clinical rotation in various medical, surgical and other specialty areas.
- Coordinates implementation of clinical research studies or clinical trials, including patient screening, enrollment and data collection.
- Monitors and trends the cost effectiveness of the position, particularly as it relates to the efficiency and performance indicators established for the service.
- Assists in the preparation, implementation, and evaluation of research protocols when applicable.
- Works collaboratively with nursing and other disciplines in the development and implementation of clinical studies within the area of expertise.
- Uses evidence-based health care literature to advise and support appropriate practice changes within the designated service.
- Participates in the development and monitoring of patient outcomes per established practice protocols for purposes of quality and performance improvement.
- Serves as a clinical expert and resource for the education of peers and other health professionals.
- Maintains PA board certification.
- Maintains annual CME requirement for re-appointment and privileging.
- Maintains current expertise in area of practice.
- Promotes own professional growth and development in clinical role.
- Functions as a respectful member of the health care team.
- Participates in designated activities related to professional physician assistant practice standards.
- Demonstrates knowledge of the organizations Core Values and incorporates them into the performance of responsibilities.
- Facilitates patients throughput and efficient process during patients admission and discharge.
- Facilitates the continuity of care across the continuum of services, e.g. home care, other facilities, appointments with MDs etc.
- Provides consultation about the therapeutic regimen to the nursing staff responsible for the patients care in the hospital setting.
- Works collaboratively with the attending physician to maintain timely and appropriate communication with family members, house staff, other disciplines and ancillary services.
- Participates in the development and revision of interdisciplinary and hospital standards, patient and family education materials as relevant to area of practice and expertise.
- Works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team including the attending physician to develop and implement the therapeutic plan of care for a group of patients and ensure communication with family members.
- Plans and organizes care to meet individual patient needs and to ensure appropriate clinical resource utilization per protocols, pathways, and other means.
- Additional Position Specific Responsibilities:
- Physician Assistants working at the Helen L. & Martin S. Kimmel Hyperbaric and Advanced Wound Healing Center (Hyperbaric Center) will have additional duties assigned to them as outlined in the Role of the Physician Assistant policy for the Hyperbaric Center.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
To qualify, you must have a Physician Assistant Bachelor's Degree (BA-PA)
Current New York State Physician Assistant License
NCCPA Board Certification
Basic Life Support Certification through the American Heart Association.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Advanced Life Support certification (ACLS, PALS) through the American Heart Association or Neonatal Resuscitation certification (NRP) through the American Academy of Pediatrics may be required based on your selected privileges.
Membership in pertinent professional organizations preferred.
Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.
NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.
At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family.
NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.
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NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $157,664.85 - $189,689.850 annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.
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Physician Job Market in New York
A snapshot from current New York openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- NYU Langone Health110

- PHYSICIAN AFFILIATE GROUP OF NEW YORK95

- Physician Affiliate Group of New York, P.C. (PAGNY)72

- Essen Health Care58

- Optum52

Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services647
- Education235
- Consulting & Professional Services116
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals50
- Science & Research43
What New York Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in physician jobs across New York.
- Active New York State physician license issued by the New York State Education Department
- Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from an accredited program
- Completion of an accredited residency program in the relevant specialty
- Board certification or active board eligibility in the applicable specialty
- Current DEA registration for controlled substance prescribing privileges
- Active Basic Life Support or Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification
Physician Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a physician in New York?
To practice as a physician in New York, you must obtain a license from the New York State Education Department through its Office of the Professions. This requires graduating from an accredited medical school, completing at least one year of postgraduate training, and passing all three steps of the USMLE or the COMLEX-USA. New York also requires applicants to register their license every three years and complete continuing medical education to maintain active status.
Which companies hire physicians in New York?
Employers hiring physicians in New York right now include NYU Langone Health, PHYSICIAN AFFILIATE GROUP OF NEW YORK, and Physician Affiliate Group of New York, P.C. (PAGNY), based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. New York's dense concentration of academic medical centers, municipal hospital systems, and large regional health networks means physician openings appear consistently year-round across a wide range of specialties and practice settings.
Which New York cities have the most physician jobs?
The cities with the most physician openings in New York are New York, Bronx, and Brooklyn. New York City dominates the distribution given the size and density of its hospital systems and academic medical centers, while Buffalo and Albany draw significant hiring through regional health systems and state government-affiliated medical institutions that serve large surrounding populations.
Are there remote physician jobs in New York?
Yes, but they're rare. About 3% of physician openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting how hands-on most clinical roles are by nature. The physician positions most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements are in telehealth, utilization review, case management, and certain administrative or consulting roles that do not require direct patient contact.
How can I get hired as a physician in New York with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing a residency program at a New York-based institution, since New York is home to some of the country's largest residency programs through systems like Northwell Health, NYC Health + Hospitals, and Montefiore. New graduates without independent experience can also look for hospitalist positions, which are common entry roles at community hospitals, or seek locum tenens placements to build clinical hours. Holding a New York State Education Department license and board eligibility in your specialty gives candidates a meaningful edge in the application process.
Where can I find and apply to physician jobs in New York?
You can find and apply to physician jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Find roles that fit your specialty and experience level and apply directly through each listing.
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