Physician Assistant (PA) Jobs in Pennsylvania
Looking for physician assistant jobs in Pennsylvania? 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 Pennsylvania? Visit our Physician Assistant Guide to Locum Tenens Jobs in Pennsylvania here.
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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
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Our client in PA is seeking a dedicated Family Practice Physician Assistant for a 20-day assignment starting May 1, 2026. This role involves 8a-5p shifts, treating highly complex patients with multiple comorbidities, including those with addiction and behavioral health challenges, within an underserved Medicaid population as a primary care provider.Responsibilities...
Location:PA
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Physician Assistant for a 30-day assignment in Pennsylvania, starting Aug 1, 2026. This role involves 12-hour shifts, either AM or PM, within a Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Unit, focusing on acute care responsibilities and performing procedures such as arterial, central venous, and chest tube placement,...
Location:PA
Specialty:Pediatric Critical Care Medicine
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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Our client is seeking an Anesthesiology Physician Assistant for an exciting 269-day assignment in PA, starting Apr 20, 2026. This role involves comprehensive anesthesia care, including assessing, preparing, and managing patients for a wide range of procedures such as general, regional, epidural, spinal, and IV regional blocks, along with invasive monitoring...
Location:PA
Specialty:Anesthesiology
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking a dedicated Family Practice Physician Assistant for a 60-day locum tenens assignment in Pennsylvania, starting Apr 20, 2026. This full-time role involves daytime shifts from 7:30am to 4pm, focusing on comprehensive primary care, including sick calls, chronic and preventative care procedures, patient follow-ups, charting, and medication...
Location:PA
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Physician Assistant for a 30-day assignment with our client in Pennsylvania, starting Aug 1, 2026. This role involves providing care within a Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Unit, with a schedule of 12-hour in-house shifts, available in either AM or PM. Key responsibilities include procedures such as...
Location:PA
Specialty:Pediatric Critical Care Medicine
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania?
In Pennsylvania, the average PA salary is $119,760 a year, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
What is the scope of practice for physician assistants in Pennsylvania?
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.
What are the Continuing Education requirements for physician assistants in Pennsylvania?
In Pennsylvania, physician assistants must complete 100 hours of CE every two year licensing cycle.
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.