Physician Assistant (PA) Jobs in North Carolina
Looking for physician assistant jobs in North Carolina? 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 North Carolina? Visit our Physician Assistant Guide to Locum Tenens Jobs in North Carolina here.
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We are seeking an experienced Urgent Care Physician Assistant for a 3-day locum tenens assignment in North Carolina. This opportunity begins on Dec 22, 2025, and features day shifts with an established team, including one physician, multiple advanced practice providers, and nursing staff. Candidates must have recent urgent care experience and hold current...
Location:NC
Specialty:Urgent Care
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking an experienced Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant for a 3-day locum tenens assignment in North Carolina starting Dec 24, 2025. This opportunity features consecutive 12-hour and 9-hour shifts, providing critical emergency care coverage in a dynamic clinical setting.Job DetailsLocation: North CarolinaStart Date: Dec 24, 2025LOA: 3 daysProvider...
Location:NC
Specialty:Emergency Medicine
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking an experienced Urgent Care Physician Assistant for a locum tenens assignment in North Carolina. This 120-day opportunity is set to begin on Dec 29, 2025, and features a rotating schedule with 12-hour shifts, including weekdays and weekends. The provider will work autonomously in a streamlined model alongside a medical assistant and front...
Location:NC
Specialty:Urgent Care
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking an experienced Urgent Care Physician Assistant for a 39-day locum tenens assignment in North Carolina. This opportunity begins on Jan 2, 2026, and offers a schedule of three 12-hour rotating shifts per week, primarily covering day shifts with occasional weekend coverage based on clinical needs. Join an established team of providers and...
Location:NC
Specialty:Urgent Care
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking an experienced Urgent Care Physician Assistant for a 70-day locum tenens assignment in North Carolina, starting Dec 16, 2025. This full-time role features 12-hour weekday shifts (8am-8pm) and shorter weekend shifts (8am-4pm), with a rotating 36/40 schedule and every other weekend required. The position requires autonomous practice in...
Location:NC
Specialty:Urgent Care
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking an experienced Urgent Care Physician Assistant for a locum tenens position in North Carolina. This assignment begins on Dec 16, 2025, spans 70 days, and features 12-hour weekday shifts and shorter weekend shifts on a rotating full-time schedule. The provider will work autonomously alongside a medical assistant and front desk, delivering...
Location:NC
Specialty:Urgent Care
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking an experienced Urgent Care Physician Assistant for a 60-day locum tenens assignment in North Carolina, starting Dec 16, 2025. This full-time opportunity features a rotating schedule with 12-hour weekday shifts and shorter weekend hours, working autonomously in a clinic setting with high patient volumes.Job DetailsLocation: North CarolinaStart...
Location:NC
Specialty:Urgent Care
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking an experienced Urgent Care Physician Assistant for a 60-day locum tenens assignment in North Carolina, starting Dec 16, 2025. This full-time opportunity offers a rotating 36/40 schedule with 12-hour weekday shifts and shorter weekend hours, requiring autonomy and flexibility to float between clinics.Job DetailsLocation: North CarolinaStart...
Location:NC
Specialty:Urgent Care
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking an experienced Urgent Care Physician Assistant for a full-time locum tenens assignment in North Carolina. This opportunity starts on Dec 16, 2025, runs for 80 days, and features 12-hour weekday shifts and shorter weekend hours in a rotating schedule. The provider will work autonomously within a streamlined team model, seeing 40 or more...
Location:NC
Specialty:Urgent Care
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking an experienced Urgent Care Physician Assistant for a 60-day locum tenens assignment in North Carolina. This assignment begins Dec 16, 2025, and features 12-hour shifts with a rotating 36/40-hour schedule, including every other weekend. The provider will work autonomously within a provider/MA/front desk business model, caring for a high...
Location:NC
Specialty:Urgent Care
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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North Carolina 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 North Carolina?
In North Carolina, the average PA salary is $123,860 a year, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
What is the scope of practice for physician assistants in North Carolina?
PAs must practice under the supervision of a licensed physician. In general, PAs in North Carolina 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 North Carolina?
In North Carolina, PAs are required to fulfill 50 CE hours every two years.
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.
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.