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We are seeking a Critical Care Physician Assistant for a 45-day locum tenens assignment in South Carolina, starting Oct 6, 2025. This role involves shifts from 6 AM to 6 PM and 6 PM to 6 AM, requiring proficiency in intubations, central lines, and arterial lines. The ideal candidate will be adept in handling acute care settings using Meditech EHR systems.Job...
Location:SC
Specialty:Critical Care Medicine
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
We are seeking an experienced Urgent Care Physician Assistant for a short-term locum tenens assignment in South Carolina. This role commences on Sep 17, 2025, and involves providing comprehensive patient care in an urgent care setting. The PA will work full shifts from 8 am to 8 pm, handling both scheduled appointments and walk-ins. This opportunity...
Location:SC
Specialty:Urgent Care
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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.
In South Carolina, the average PA salary is $114,310 a year, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
PAs must practice under the supervision of a licensed physician. In general, PAs in South Carolina have reduced practice authority. Reduced means that state law restricts the PA’s ability to practice in at least one element.
Physician assistants in South Carolina must complete 100 continuing education (CE) hours every two years to renew their license.
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.
The highest paid PA specialty is cardiovascular surgery at $152,500 annually, according to the American Academy of Physician Associates.