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 a highly skilled Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant for a challenging locum tenens assignment in North Carolina. This role commences on Oct 1, 2025, for a total of 64 days and includes a variety of shift patterns, primarily covering both day and night shifts. This position demands proficiency in managing a fast-paced emergency room...
Location:NC
Specialty:Emergency Medicine
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking an experienced Emergency Medicine Physician Assistant for a 26-day locum tenens assignment in North Carolina. This opportunity starts on Nov 2, 2025, and features a rotating schedule with 12-hour day, night, and midday shifts. The ideal candidate will have recent ER experience in similarly sized facilities and hold active North Carolina...
Location:NC
Specialty:Emergency Medicine
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking an experienced Orthopedic Physician Assistant for a 120-day locum tenens assignment in North Carolina. This position begins on Nov 17, 2025, and offers weekday shifts with flexible hours, including early morning and evening options. The assignment focuses on first assist duties in orthopedic surgery, primarily total joints and sports...
Location:NC
Specialty:Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking a Family Practice Physician Assistant for a 75-day locum tenens assignment in North Carolina, starting Oct 6, 2025. The position offers a weekday schedule from 8 am to 5 pm, providing care to both pediatric and adult patients. This role requires handling a variety of cases, utilizing the Athenahealth EMR system, and demands a candidate...
Location:NC
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking a Family Practice Physician Assistant for a single-day locum tenens assignment in North Carolina. This role, starting on Oct 16, 2025, involves conducting skin cancer screenings, identifying suspicious moles or lesions, and providing referrals. Each screening is designed to be approximately 10 minutes long, with shift hours from 9 AM...
Location:NC
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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IMMEDIATE NEED Physician Assistant - Urgent Care
We are seeking an Urgent Care Physician Assistant for a 120-day locum tenens assignment in North Carolina. This opportunity begins on Aug. 25, 2025, offering a schedule of 12-hour shifts, weekdays from 8 AM to 8 PM and weekends from 8 AM to 4 PM. The ideal candidate will be comfortable managing a high-volume patient flow, seeing over 40 patients per...
Location:NC
Specialty:Urgent Care
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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.