Physician Assistant (PA) Jobs in Oregon
Looking for physician assistant jobs in Oregon? 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’s it like to work as a physician assistant in Oregon? Visit our Physician Assistant Guide to Locum Tenens Jobs in Oregon here.
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We are seeking an experienced Family Practice Physician Assistant for a solo, rural locum tenens assignment in Oregon. This 120-day opportunity begins on Oct 27, 2025, with day shifts Monday through Friday from 8am to 7pm. The role involves caring for a diverse, primarily non-English-speaking patient population in a federally qualified health center...
Location:OR
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking an experienced Vascular Surgery Physician Assistant for a 60-day locum tenens assignment in Oregon. Starting Dec 29, 2025, this opportunity features 24-hour call coverage and a range of clinical activities, including OR first assist, call coverage, and hospital service. The ideal candidate will hold current licensure in Oregon or Washington...
Location:OR
Specialty:Vascular Surgery
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking an experienced Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant for a 60-day locum tenens assignment in Oregon. Starting Dec 29, 2025, this role involves 24-hour call coverage with 1st call responsibilities and responding to emergent cases 2-3 nights per week, including rotating weekends. The ideal candidate will bring recent inpatient and...
Location:OR
Specialty:Cardiothoracic Surgery
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking an experienced Urgent Care Physician Assistant for a locum tenens assignment in Oregon. This opportunity begins Jan 14, 2026, with a 36-day contract length, featuring 12-hour day shifts (7am-7pm) for three shifts each week. The provider will serve as the sole urgent care clinician, managing 20-30 patients per day in a fast-paced environment.Job...
Location:OR
Specialty:Urgent Care
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking a Hematology/Oncology Physician Assistant for a locum tenens assignment in Oregon. This role begins on Mar 23, 2026, and offers a 100-day contract with a consistent schedule of 7:30am to 4:30pm, working four 10-hour shifts weekly with a rotating off day. You will provide care to established and new patients in a clinic setting, ensuring...
Location:OR
Specialty:Hematology/Oncology
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
Oregon Physician Assistant Job FAQs
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.
How much does a physician assistant make in Oregon?
In Oregon, the average PA salary is $141,810 a year, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
What is the scope of practice for physician assistants in Oregon?
PAs in Oregon must have a collaboration agreement with a licensed physician. In general, PAs in Oregon have advanced practice authority. Advanced authority means that PAs can practice to the full extent of their medical education, but they still must comply with administrative requirements.
What are the Continuing Education requirements for physician assistants in Oregon?
In Oregon, physician assistants must complete 60 Continuing Education (CE) hours every two years to renew their licenses.
Is there a high demand for physician assistants?
The employment for PAs is expected to grow 27% between 2022 to 2032. This is much faster than other jobs. The Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that there are 12,200 openings for PAs every year, over the course of the decade.
What is the highest paid physician assistant specialty?
The highest paid PA specialty is cardiovascular surgery at $152,500 annually, according to the American Academy of Physician Associates.