Physician Assistant (PA) Jobs in Connecticut
Looking for physician assistant jobs in Connecticut? 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 Connecticut? Visit our Physician Assistant Guide to Locum Tenens Jobs in Connecticut here.
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Another locum tenens opportunity has arrived in Connecticut! Our client is looking for a physician assistant specializing in family practice to begin coverage in early September. Hours include 8a - 4p shifts. The selected locum will be handling nose bleeds, falls, knee scrapes, and other family medicine cases. Learn more by applying today!
Location:CT
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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Connecticut is the site of your next locum tenens assignment! Our client is looking for a physician assistant specializing in urgent care to begin coverage immediately. Hours include 8a - 8p or 8a - 6p shifts for 3-4 days per week. The selected locum will be handling colds, coughs, flu symptoms, physicals, sutures, and other urgent care cases. There is a chance for an extension with this opportunity. Apply today to learn more!
Location:CT
Specialty:Urgent Care
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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Connecticut is the site of your next locum tenens assignment! Our client is looking for a physician assistant specializing in family practice to begin coverage in early September. Hours include 8a - 5p shifts from Mondays - Fridays. The selected locum will be handling colds, coughs, flu symptoms, diabetes, hypertension, and other family medicine cases. There is a chance for an extension with this opportunity. This facility uses eClinicalWorks. To learn more about this job or others, apply today!
Location:CT
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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A medical facility in Connecticut is seeking a Pediatrics Physician Assistant for a 20-day locum tenens assignment starting in August, with potential for extension. The schedule is Monday through Thursday, 9 am to 5 pm. The role involves caring for patients from newborns to 18-year-olds, handling cases such as colds, coughs, flu, well/sick visits, asthma treatment, and occasional suture removal. No walk-ins are accepted. The physician assistant will work with two exam rooms and a Medical Assistant who prepares notes and administers vaccines. The facility uses eClinicalWorks EMR. Interested pediatric physician assistants should apply now to learn more about this comprehensive pediatric opportunity.
Location:CT
Specialty:Pediatrics
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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Ever wanted to visit Connecticut? Now you can with this locum tenens opportunity! Our client is looking for a physician assistant specializing in urgent care to begin coverage in early September. Hours include 8a - 4:30p shifts from Mondays - Fridays. The selected locum will be handling worker's comp, physicals, suturing, lacerations, and other urgent care cases. There is a chance for an extension with this opportunity. Find out more by applying today!
Location:CT
Specialty:Occupational Medicine
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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IMMEDIATE NEED Physician Assistant - Wound Care
Cross Connecticut off your bucket list with this locum tenens assignment! Our client is looking for a physician assistant specializing in wound care to begin coverage immediately. Hours include 8a - 6p shifts from Mondays - Fridays. The selected locum will be handling lingering wounds, debridement, healing treatments, and other wound care cases. There is a chance for an extension with this opportunity. Find out more by applying today!
Location:CT
Specialty:Wound Care
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
Connecticut 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 Connecticut?
In Connecticut, the average PA salary is $149,300 a year, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
What is the scope of practice for physician assistants in Connecticut?
The scope of practice for PAs is determined by their supervising physician and the PA’s experiences. In general, PAs in Connecticut 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 Connecticut?
In Connecticut, physician assistants (PAs) must complete 100 continuing education (CE) hours within two years to renew their licenses. This ensures they stay up-to-date with medical knowledge, clinical practices, and regulations. PAs can obtain CE hours through conferences, seminars, online courses, and self-study programs. Failure to meet the CE requirements may result in disciplinary actions. The CE requirement aligns with national standards set by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants, demonstrating PA’s commitment to lifelong learning and continuous professional development, benefiting patients and the healthcare system.
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.
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.