Physician Assistant (PA) Jobs in Pennsylvania
Looking for physician assistant jobs in Pennsylvania? 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 Pennsylvania? Visit our Physician Assistant Guide to Locum Tenens Jobs in Pennsylvania here.
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We are seeking a Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant for a 48-day locum tenens assignment in Pennsylvania, starting Oct 1, 2025. This night shift role, from 6:30 PM to 7:30 AM on a 7-on/7-off schedule, involves critical care duties in a cardiovascular/cardiothoracic ICU and step-down unit.Job DetailsLocation: PennsylvaniaStart Date: Oct 1, 2025LOA:...
Location:PA
Specialty:Cardiothoracic Surgery
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking a Family Practice Physician Assistant for a 60-day locum tenens assignment in Pennsylvania. This role, starting on Aug 11, 2025, involves full-time day shifts from Monday to Friday, focusing on a broad range of responsibilities including chronic and preventative care, infirmary rounds, and emergency triage.Job DetailsLocation: PennsylvaniaStart...
Location:PA
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking a Family Practice Physician Assistant for a 60-day locum tenens assignment in Pennsylvania. This role commences on Aug 11, 2025, and entails a Monday to Friday schedule, from 8am to 4:30pm. The successful candidate will engage in a variety of duties including sick call, chronic and preventative care, and infirmary rounds, providing an...
Location:PA
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking a skilled Internal Medicine Physician Assistant for a 120-day locum tenens assignment in Pennsylvania. This opportunity starts on Sep 1, 2025, and features a day shift schedule from Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm. The role involves managing both chronic and acute patient cases, conducting wellness visits and check-ups, and collaborating...
Location:PA
Specialty:Internal Medicine
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking a Family Practice Physician Assistant for a 60-day locum tenens assignment in Pennsylvania, starting on Sep 2, 2025. The role encompasses day shifts from Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, focusing on primary care tasks, including sick calls, daily infirmary rounds, and more.Job DetailsLocation: PennsylvaniaStart Date: Sep 2, 2025LOA:...
Location:PA
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking a Family Practice Physician Assistant for a 60-day locum tenens assignment in Pennsylvania, starting Sep 2, 2025. The role involves full-time hours from Monday to Friday, focusing on a variety of clinical duties in a correctional facility setting.Job DetailsLocation: PennsylvaniaStart Date: Sep 2, 2025LOA: 60 daysProvider Type Needed:...
Location:PA
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking an Orthopedic Physician Assistant for a 156-day locum tenens assignment in Pennsylvania, beginning Sep 29, 2025. The position involves a flexible schedule, with 12-hour shifts that may include day shifts and rotational on-call coverage from home. This role requires proficiency in Epic EMR and involves a range of duties from documentation...
Location:PA
Specialty:Orthopedic Trauma
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania?
In Pennsylvania, the average PA salary is $119,760 a year, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
What is the scope of practice for physician assistants in Pennsylvania?
PAs must practice under the supervision of a licensed physician. In general, PAs in Pennsylvania have reduced practice authority. Reduced means that state law restricts the PA’s ability to practice in at least one element.
What are the Continuing Education requirements for physician assistants in Pennsylvania?
In Pennsylvania, physician assistants must complete 100 hours of CE every two year licensing cycle.
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.