Dr. Jacob Buffington

Physician Assistant · Rogue Community Health

Physician Assistant Billings, MT NPI on file?

Overview

Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Tenure
3 years
since Feb 2023
Gender
Male

Experience

Physician AssistantCurrent
Rogue Community Health
Since Feb 2023 · 3 years · Billings, MT

Education

Rocky Mountain College
Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies
2020 – 2022
Rocky Mountain College
Bachelor’s Degree
2016 – 2019
Southwestern Oregon Community College
Associate’s Degree · Art/Art Studies General
2014 – 2016
Southwestern Oregon Community College
Associate’s Degree · Accounting and Business/Management
2014 – 2016

Skills

Customer Service

Professional Overview

Dr. Jacob Buffington is a Physician Assistant, currently affiliated with Rogue Community Health, based in Billings, MT. As a physician assistant, Dr. Buffington contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Billings, MT. They have been with Rogue Community Health for 3 years. Dr. Buffington holds academic credentials, including Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies and Bachelor’s Degree, from Rocky Mountain College and Rocky Mountain College. Core competencies include Customer Service. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit physician assistant professionals can use HealthTal to access direct email addresses and personal phone numbers compiled from public LinkedIn profile data and public licensing data in the NPI registry. Direct outreach to physician assistant specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Billings, MT healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

Position in HealthTal Database

  • 24,151 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the Physician Assistant specialty. Jacob Buffington is one of them.
  • 73 Physician Assistants are based in MT (out of 3,793 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 4 contacts at Rogue Community Health are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical Physician Assistant compensation in MT: $102,000 – $153,000 (median $121,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of Physician Assistants in MT: Billings Clinic (6), International Heart Institute Of Montana (3), Rocky Mountain College (3).
  • 89% of Physician Assistants in MT have education credentials on file.

Data refreshed November 2026.

Recruiting Physician Assistant

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Jacob Buffington located?

Dr. Jacob Buffington is based in Billings, MT. They are currently affiliated with Rogue Community Health.

What is Dr. Jacob Buffington's specialty?

Dr. Jacob Buffington specializes in Physician Assistant. Their current role is Physician Assistant.

Where does Dr. Jacob Buffington currently work?

Dr. Jacob Buffington currently works at Rogue Community Health. They have been there for 3 years.

What is Dr. Jacob Buffington's educational background?

Dr. Jacob Buffington attended Rocky Mountain College and Rocky Mountain College.

How do I contact Dr. Jacob Buffington for recruiting?

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How do I recruit a Physician Assistant?

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What is the average salary for a Physician Assistant in MT?

Physician Assistants in MT typically earn $102,000 to $153,000 annually, with a median of $121,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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