Physician Assistant (PA) Jobs in Maryland
Looking for physician assistant jobs in Maryland? 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 Maryland? Visit our Physician Assistant Guide to Locum Tenens Jobs in Maryland here.
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We are seeking a skilled Physician Assistant specializing in Critical Care Medicine for a locum tenens position at a hospital in Maryland. This 36-day assignment starts on 11/03/2025, primarily covering night shifts from 6 PM to 6 AM, with an additional hour for sign-out. The ideal candidate should be comfortable with CVS-ICU post-operative care for...
Location:MD
Specialty:Critical Care Medicine
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking a qualified General Surgery Physician Assistant for a 42-day locum tenens assignment in Maryland. This role commences on Sep 15, 2025, and involves providing first assist services during 5-7 12-hour in-house night shifts per month. This position requires proficiency in Cerner EMR, with responsibilities including 24-hour in-house shifts...
Location:MD
Specialty:General Surgery
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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A hospital in Maryland is seeking a skilled Critical Care Physician Assistant for a 40-day locum tenens assignment starting on 09/01/2025. This role involves providing night shift coverage (7 PM to 7 AM) for 5-10 shifts per month in a mixed medical/surgical ICU and stepdown unit. The ideal candidate should be available for last-minute, sporadic shifts...
Location:MD
Specialty:Critical Care Medicine
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
Maryland 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 Maryland?
In Maryland, the average PA salary is $117,280 a year, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
What is the scope of practice for physician assistants in Maryland?
PAs must practice under the supervision of a licensed physician. In general, PAs in Maryland 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 Maryland?
In Maryland, physician assistants (PAs) must complete 50 continuing education (CE) hours within a two-year licensing cycle to maintain their license. PAs have flexibility in choosing CE activities, such as attending conferences, taking online courses, or engaging in self-directed learning. Completing CE hours reflects a PA’s commitment to lifelong learning and contributes to providing high-quality patient care and the healthcare system’s effectiveness.
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.