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 Cardiology Physician Assistant for a 36-day locum tenens assignment in North Carolina. This opportunity begins on Feb 9, 2026, and features 7p-7a shifts. The provider will round daily on all floor level of care patients admitted to or seen in consultation on the general cardiology service line and perform ICU procedures...
Location:NC
Specialty:Cardiology
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking an Urgent Care Physician Assistant for a 60-day assignment starting Apr 6, 2026, in North Carolina. This critical role involves working daily 8a-8p shifts at an urgent care center, providing comprehensive care to adult and pediatric patients. You will be responsible for a variety of procedures, including I&D, lac repair, and ear irrigation,...
Location:NC
Specialty:Urgent Care
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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Our client in North Carolina is seeking an Occupational Medicine Physician Assistant for a 5-day assignment starting Apr 13, 2026. In this role, you will conduct health history reviews, point of care bloodwork, and educate patients on health risks. The schedule involves 30-minute shifts focused on 45-minute firefighter physicals, including full body...
Location:NC
Specialty:Occupational Medicine
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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Our client in NC is seeking an Urgent Care Physician Assistant for a 20-day assignment beginning Mar 9, 2026. This role offers the opportunity to provide comprehensive urgent care to both adult and pediatric patients, including a variety of procedures such as Incision and Drainage (I&D), laceration repair, and ear irrigation.Responsibilities and...
Location:NC
Specialty:Urgent Care
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking a dedicated Urgent Care Physician Assistant for an exciting 75-day assignment in North Carolina, starting Mar 11, 2026. This role involves autonomous practice within an urgent care model, handling 12-hour shifts on weekdays from 8 AM to 8 PM and weekends from 8 AM to 4 PM. The Physician Assistant will manage a high volume of 40+ patients...
Location:NC
Specialty:Urgent Care
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking an Urgent Care Physician Assistant to join our client in North Carolina for a 60-day assignment starting Mar 11, 2026. This role involves working autonomously in a fast-paced urgent care setting, handling 12-hour shifts during the week and weekends, and seeing over 40 patients per shift. Responsibilities include managing a diverse range...
Location:NC
Specialty:Urgent Care
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking an Urgent Care Physician Assistant for a 60-day assignment in North Carolina, starting Mar 4, 2026. This role involves autonomous work, managing 40+ patients per 12-hour shift, covering urgent care cases, and reading EKGs and x-rays, with a schedule of 8 AM to 8 PM on weekdays and 8 AM to 4 PM on weekends.Responsibilities and DutiesWork...
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.