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 Alaska, the average PA salary is $148,480 a year, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
PAs in Alaska must have a collaborative plan with a physician. This plan outlines their scope of practice but it must include at least monthly contact between them, and reviews of the PA’s performance. In general, PAs in Alaska 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.
In Alaska, physician assistants (PAs) must complete 100 continuing education (CE) hours every two years to renew their license. This requirement ensures that PAs stay current with medical advancements and provide high-quality healthcare. PAs can participate in various educational activities to meet this requirement, such as conferences, workshops, seminars, and online courses. By fulfilling the CE requirement, PAs demonstrate their commitment to lifelong learning and providing patient-centered care.
The highest paid PA specialty is cardiovascular surgery at $152,500 annually, according to the American Academy of Physician Associates.
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.
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