Physician Assistant (PA) Jobs
Looking for physician assistant jobs? Barton Associates specializes in locum tenens PA jobs, with well over a decade of experience placing locum tenens physician assistants (PAs) on short and long-term assignments throughout the US.
What are Locum Tenens Physician Assistant Jobs?
Locum tenens PA jobs are contract roles designed to fill gaps in care at healthcare facilities over a specific timeframe. These assignments can range from a week to well over a year.
Locum and travel physician assistants hold all the same qualifications as a permanent physician assistant, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility.
Explore our locum tenens guide to learn more.
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We are seeking an experienced Family Practice Physician Assistant for a 13-week locum tenens assignment in New York, starting Jan 5, 2026. This full-time day shift opportunity runs Monday through Friday and provides coverage in a high-volume primary care setting with a supportive office staff.Job DetailsLocation: New YorkFacility Type: Primary Care...
Location:NY
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking a Dermatology Physician Assistant for a 51-day locum tenens assignment in New Hampshire, starting Nov 20, 2025. This role offers a set weekday schedule: every Thursday and Friday, plus the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month, with daytime hours. The ideal candidate will have prior dermatology experience and will provide general dermatology...
Location:NH
Specialty:Dermatology
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking an experienced Orthopedic Physician Assistant for a 65-day locum tenens assignment in California, starting Oct 6, 2025. This full-time position features a Monday through Friday schedule with primary responsibilities in surgical assist for hips, knees, and dislocations, plus one clinic day per week. The ideal candidate will have recent,...
Location:CA
Specialty:Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking an Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant for a 60-day locum tenens assignment in California, starting Dec 1, 2025. This opportunity features 4pm-2am shifts in a fast track urgent care and emergency medicine setting, with occasional fill-in coverage as needed and strong clinical support.Job DetailsLocation: CaliforniaStart Date: Dec 1,...
Location:CA
Specialty:Emergency Medicine
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking an experienced Cardiology Critical Care Physician Assistant for a 70-day locum tenens assignment in West Virginia. This opportunity begins on Dec 1, 2025, and offers a 7 on/7 off or 14 on/14 off schedule with 13-14 hour night shifts. You will join a step down ICU unit managing cardiac surgery and critical care patients. Job DetailsLocation:...
Location:WV
Specialty:Cardiology Critical Care
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking an experienced Cardiology Critical Care Physician Assistant for a locum tenens night shift assignment in West Virginia. This opportunity starts on Dec 1, 2025, and offers a 7 on/7 off or 14 on/14 off schedule, typically working 13-14 hour night shifts. Ideal candidates must have prior Cardiac ICU experience and hold current certifications...
Location:WV
Specialty:Cardiology Critical Care
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking an experienced Family Practice Physician Assistant for a 60-day locum tenens assignment in California beginning Oct 13, 2025. This full-time opportunity offers day shifts from 8am to 5pm, with the potential for a 4-10s schedule and a random weekday off. The role involves serving a predominantly Spanish-speaking patient population and...
Location:CA
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking a skilled Thoracic Physician Assistant for a 40-day locum tenens assignment in California, starting Nov 10, 2025. This opportunity offers a Monday to Friday schedule, 7am-5pm, with one weekend per month. Join a thoracic-only surgery center focused on lung and chest cases, assisting with pre- and post-operative patient management.Job DetailsLocation:...
Location:CA
Specialty:Thoracic Surgery
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking a skilled Physician Assistant specializing in Urgent Care for a 3-month locum tenens assignment through Barton Associates. This opportunity is located in California, starting on 12/01/2025. The ideal candidate will work 8-hour evening shifts, 7 days a week, in a hospital setting that combines ER and Urgent Care services (Rapid Care)....
Location:CA
Specialty:Urgent Care
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking an experienced Urgent Care Physician Assistant for a 65-day locum tenens assignment in California. Starting Dec 1, 2025, this position offers day shifts, Monday through Friday, with 8-hour shifts scheduled from 6am to 2pm. The ideal candidate will have recent emergency room and urgent care experience and be adept at handling same day...
Location:CA
Specialty:Urgent Care
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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Physician Assistant Job FAQs
How Much Do Physician Assistants Make?
PAs earn an average salary of $134,000 per year, according to Medscape.
Locum tenens physician assistants earn between $75 and $150 an hour, depending on a variety of factors relating to the assignment, facility, and the experience of the physician assistant.
What is the Job Outlook for Physician Assistants in 2024?
Physician assistant employment is projected by the US Bureau of Labor Statistics to grow 27 percent from 2022 to 2032. This number is significantly higher than the three percent growth projection for all occupations. U.S. News and World Report listed physician assistant as the number two most in-demand job across occupations for 2024.
Can New Grads Work Locum Tenens Physician Assistant Jobs?
Yes! Locum tenens is a great way to gain experience as a PA or to learn a new specialty. While some PA jobs require specific experience, others are open to physician assistants who meet all job qualifications.
The easiest way to find a job as a new PA graduate is to connect with a dedicated Barton recruiter, who can find you an open job that matches your experience and skill set.
Check out our tips for finding work as a new physician assistant grad.
Do Locum Tenens Physician Assistant Jobs Include Malpractice Insurance?
Yes! Barton Associates offers free comprehensive malpractice insurance to all physician assistants who work with us. Our claims-made insurance is furnished by an “A”-rated insurance company and includes tail coverage for all providers. Learn more about our PA malpractice insurance here.