Physician Assistant (PA) Jobs in Maine
Looking for physician assistant jobs in Maine? 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 Maine? Visit our Physician Assistant Guide to Locum Tenens Jobs in Maine here.
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Our client, a medical clinic in ME, seeks a locum tenens Family Practice Physician Assistant for an 80-day assignment starting in early September. The selected locum will be expected to cover the 8am-5pm, Mon-Fri shifts, managing chronic cases and day visits including cold, cough, flu, hypertension, diabetes, and COPD patients. Suturing and splinting a plus. This facility uses Athenahealth. Apply now for more information.
Location:ME
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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Maine is the site of your next locum tenens opportunity! Our client is looking for a physician assistant specializing in internal medicine to begin coverage in late August. Hours include 8a - 4p shifts from Mondays - Fridays. The selected locum will be handling colds, coughs, flu symptoms, chronic illnesses, and other internal medicine cases. There is a chance for an extension with this opportunity. This facility uses Epic. To learn more about this job or others, apply today!
Location:ME
Specialty:Internal Medicine
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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IMMEDIATE NEED Physician Assistant - Family Practice
Looking for your next locum tenens opportunity? Look no further! Our client in Maine is looking for a physician assistant specializing in family practice to begin coverage in early July. Hours include 8 hour shifts from Mondays - Fridays. The selected locum will be handling all aspects of family medicine/urgent care cases. There is a chance for an extension with this opportunity. This facility uses CPSI. Want to learn more? Apply today!
Location:ME
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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IMMEDIATE NEED Physician Assistant - Emergency Medicine
Cross Maine off your bucket list with this locum tenens opportunity! Our client is looking for a physician assistant specializing in emergency medicine to begin coverage in mid May. Hours include 24 hour call coverage shifts (7a - 7a). The selected locum will be handling all aspects of emergency medicine cases and procedures. There is a chance for an extension with this opportunity. This facility uses CPSI. Find out more by applying today!
Location:ME
Specialty:Emergency Medicine
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
Maine 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 Maine?
In Maine, the average PA salary is $126,630 a year, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
What is the scope of practice for physician assistants in Maine?
The Maine Board of Licensure in Medicine requires at least quarterly reviews of selected PA charts by the supervising physician. In general, PAs in Maine 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 Maine?
In the state of Maine, physician assistants (PAs) are required to complete 100 continuing education (CE) hours over a two-year licensure period. The CE hours must cover topics relevant to medicine and patient care, obtained from accredited providers like educational institutions, medical societies, and online courses. Engaging in CE activities offers numerous benefits for PAs, including staying updated with medical advancements, enhancing skills and knowledge, improving patient care, meeting licensure requirements, and maintaining professional standing.
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.