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 Tennessee, the average PA salary is $113,690 a year, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
PAs in Tennessee must have a collaboration agreement with a licensed physician. In general, PAs in Tennessee have moderate practice authority. Moderate authority refers to the fact that state law requires additional administrative burdens. This impacts the practice environment and limits the PA.
In Tennessee, physician assistants (PAs) must complete 100 continuing education (CE) hours every two years to maintain their license
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.
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