Looking for physician assistant jobs in Oregon? 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.
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We are seeking a dedicated Family Practice Physician Assistant for an impactful 48-day assignment in Oregon. The schedule for this role is 8am-6pm, where you will manage a diverse patient load focused on routine check-ups, preventive care, chronic disease management, and acute illnesses. Our client requires a professional comfortable working as the...
Location:OR
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
We are seeking a dedicated Family Practice Physician Assistant for a 120-day assignment with our client in Oregon, commencing Dec 1, 2026. The ideal candidate will work either five 8-hour shifts or four 10-hour shifts per week, focusing on comprehensive basic family medicine, including physical examinations, vaccinations, and the diagnosis and treatment...
Location:OR
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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.
In Oregon, the average PA salary is $141,810 a year, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
PAs in Oregon must have a collaboration agreement with a licensed physician. In general, PAs in Oregon 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.
In Oregon, physician assistants must complete 60 Continuing Education (CE) hours every two years to renew their licenses.
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.
The highest paid PA specialty is cardiovascular surgery at $152,500 annually, according to the American Academy of Physician Associates.
