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We are seeking a Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery Physician Assistant for a full-time locum tenens assignment in Pennsylvania, starting Jan 26, 2026. This 120-day opportunity offers 36-40 hours per week plus weekend call, with regular in-house shifts and home-based call coverage. The assignment covers both operating room and ICU floor responsibilities,...
Location:PA
Specialty:Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
We are seeking an experienced Neonatology Physician Assistant for a 42-day locum tenens assignment in Pennsylvania starting Mar 1, 2026. This role offers a flexible schedule, including weekday and weekend shifts with both day and overnight hours, supporting a high-acuity NICU. Candidates should be comfortable with a variety of advanced neonatal procedures...
Location:PA
Specialty:Neonatology
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
We are seeking an experienced Surgery - Cardiothoracic Physician Assistant for a 90-day locum tenens assignment in Pennsylvania beginning Mar 2, 2026. This full-time role offers day shifts Monday through Friday, with potential weeknight and weekend call coverage. The position involves both inpatient and outpatient responsibilities, with a strong emphasis...
Location:PA
Specialty:Cardiothoracic Surgery
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
We are seeking a Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Physician Assistant for a 68-day locum tenens assignment in Pennsylvania. This opportunity begins on Mar 16, 2026, and offers a blend of mostly OR work with some ICU floor responsibilities. The schedule features three 12-hour shifts per week, with additional call requirements on nights and weekends.Job...
Location:PA
Specialty:Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
We are seeking a Surgery - Trauma Physician Assistant for a 30-day locum tenens assignment in Pennsylvania, starting Feb 1, 2026. This opportunity features 12-hour inpatient shifts, 8-10 per month, covering both trauma and emergency general surgery at a Trauma Center.Job DetailsLocation: PennsylvaniaStart Date: Feb 1, 2026LOA: 30 daysProvider Type Needed:...
Location:PA
Specialty:Trauma Surgery
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 Pennsylvania, the average PA salary is $119,760 a year, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
PAs must practice under the supervision of a licensed physician. In general, PAs in Pennsylvania have reduced practice authority. Reduced means that state law restricts the PA’s ability to practice in at least one element.
In Pennsylvania, physician assistants must complete 100 hours of CE every two year licensing cycle.
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.