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Remote program assistant jobs are open across the U.S. at remote-first organizations and distributed teams in sectors from nonprofits and higher education to healthcare and tech. Employers hiring remotely right now include IDEA Public Schools, Services For The Underserved, and Masonic Villages. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
We support the following Mass General Brigham entities:
- North Shore Physicians Group
- Mass General Physicians Organization
- Newton Wellesley Medical Group
- Mass General Brigham Community Physicians
- Pentucket Medical Associates
- Cooley Dickinson Medical Group
- Harbor Medical Associates
- Wentworth Health Partners
Due to the remote nature of the role, we ensure that our employees receive required technology and training to be proficient and independently productive in all job responsibilities regardless of work location. Employees are responsible for designating a workspace within the remote work location that is private, safe, ergonomic, and free from distractions for all hours worked.
At this time, we are looking to fill a part-time weekend position (8 hours every other Saturday and Sunday). In addition, a minimum of 20 holiday hours per year is required.
Summary
The Physician Assistant (PA) is a licensed provider. The PA is responsible for the assessment and management of various populations of patients, medical and/or surgical, including diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, development of appropriate plans of care and ongoing evaluation. May also perform additional duties, such as precepting a small group of learners.
Does this position require Patient Care?
Yes
Essential Functions
- Provides direct care, counseling, and teaching to a designated patient population in the ambulatory, inpatient, operative, and/or procedural setting.
- Performs complete histories and physical examinations.
- Orders, interprets, and evaluates appropriate laboratory and diagnostic tests.
- Develops appropriate plans of care and follow-up based on the outcomes of diagnostic, laboratory, and physical examination findings.
- Orders medications and writes prescriptions according to organizational and regulatory policies and procedures.
- Consistently provides high quality and timely documentation including admission and progress notes, procedure notes, operative notes and discharge summaries.
- Performs bedside procedures as are appropriate to the patient population.
Qualifications
Education
Master's Degree Physician Assistant required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
Physician Assistant [State License] - Generic - HR Only required
Experience
2 years of experience as a PA required
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
- 3+ years of experience working as an NP/PA in primary care strongly preferred
- All NP/PA hires must be willing to be licensed in NH in addition to current MA licensure
- All NP/PA hires must be comfortable triaging pediatric patients
- Strong Epic experience preferred
Remote Type
Work Location
Pay Range
Grade
At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.
EEO Statement:
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
We support the following Mass General Brigham entities:
- North Shore Physicians Group
- Mass General Physicians Organization
- Newton Wellesley Medical Group
- Mass General Brigham Community Physicians
- Pentucket Medical Associates
- Cooley Dickinson Medical Group
- Harbor Medical Associates
- Wentworth Health Partners
Due to the remote nature of the role, we ensure that our employees receive required technology and training to be proficient and independently productive in all job responsibilities regardless of work location. Employees are responsible for designating a workspace within the remote work location that is private, safe, ergonomic, and free from distractions for all hours worked.
At this time, we are looking to fill a part-time weekend position (8 hours every other Saturday and Sunday). In addition, a minimum of 20 holiday hours per year is required.
Summary
The Physician Assistant (PA) is a licensed provider. The PA is responsible for the assessment and management of various populations of patients, medical and/or surgical, including diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, development of appropriate plans of care and ongoing evaluation. May also perform additional duties, such as precepting a small group of learners.
Does this position require Patient Care?
Yes
Essential Functions
- Provides direct care, counseling, and teaching to a designated patient population in the ambulatory, inpatient, operative, and/or procedural setting.
- Performs complete histories and physical examinations.
- Orders, interprets, and evaluates appropriate laboratory and diagnostic tests.
- Develops appropriate plans of care and follow-up based on the outcomes of diagnostic, laboratory, and physical examination findings.
- Orders medications and writes prescriptions according to organizational and regulatory policies and procedures.
- Consistently provides high quality and timely documentation including admission and progress notes, procedure notes, operative notes and discharge summaries.
- Performs bedside procedures as are appropriate to the patient population.
Qualifications
Education
Master's Degree Physician Assistant required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
Physician Assistant [State License] - Generic - HR Only required
Experience
2 years of experience as a PA required
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
- 3+ years of experience working as an NP/PA in primary care strongly preferred
- All NP/PA hires must be willing to be licensed in NH in addition to current MA licensure
- All NP/PA hires must be comfortable triaging pediatric patients
- Strong Epic experience preferred
Remote Type
Work Location
Pay Range
Grade
At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.
EEO Statement:
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
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Who's Hiring
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote program assistant jobs.
- Associate or bachelor's degree in a related field such as public administration, social work, or communications
- One to two years of administrative or program support experience in an office setting
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for internal and external correspondence
- Experience maintaining databases, filing systems, or tracking program participant data
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines with minimal supervision
Tips for Your Remote Program Assistant Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote program assistant openings from across the U.S. in one place. Check it regularly and apply directly to roles that match your background, remote work style, and the sectors you want to work in.
Prove async skills in your application materials
Remote program assistants are expected to communicate clearly in writing without back-and-forth. Your cover letter and resume should show you've coordinated work, tracked deliverables, or documented processes using tools like shared drives, project management platforms, or async messaging apps.
Highlight remote-ready work habits upfront
Remote employers filter fast for candidates who can self-manage. Call out specific examples of work you completed independently, such as managing a program timeline, tracking participant data, or running logistics without daily supervision, so hiring managers see your fit immediately.
Prepare for written remote screening rounds
Many remote program assistant hiring processes include a written exercise or async video response before any live interview. Practice articulating how you'd handle a coordination problem or stakeholder update in writing, since that's exactly the skill the role demands every day.
Remote Program Assistant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote program assistant job?
Target remote-first organizations and distributed teams in nonprofits, healthcare, and tech, where program assistant roles are most likely to be fully remote. Remote employers screen hard for written communication, self-direction, and the ability to coordinate across time zones without hand-holding. Proficiency with async tools like project management software and shared document platforms gives candidates a clear edge over applicants with no demonstrated remote work habits.
Which companies hire remote program assistants?
Remote program assistant roles are posted by IDEA Public Schools, Services For The Underserved, and Masonic Villages and others right now, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote-first firms, distributed nonprofits, and large healthcare or tech organizations with geographically spread teams are the most consistent sources of remote program assistant openings.
Can you get a remote program assistant job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level roles are harder to land because employers expect you to work independently from day one without in-person onboarding. Nonprofits and smaller remote-first organizations are more likely to hire entry-level candidates remotely. Showing volunteer coordination, coursework project management, or any async collaboration you've done on your own initiative can substitute for formal experience and open the door.
Do you need a degree for remote program assistant jobs?
Not always. Many remote employers weigh demonstrated organizational skills, written communication, and experience coordinating projects or events more heavily than a specific credential. A portfolio of real work, such as event logistics, grant tracking, or program documentation you've managed independently, can carry more weight than a degree when you're applying to remote roles where output is what gets measured.
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