Physician Assistant (PA) Jobs in Texas
Looking for physician assistant jobs in Texas? 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 Texas? Visit our Physician Assistant Guide to Locum Tenens Jobs in Texas here.
Licensed in a Different State? No Problem
Looking to work your next nurse practitioner job in Texas, but aren’t licensed in the state yet? If you’re already licensed to practice as a nurse practitioner in another state, our expert licensing team will work with you to secure your Texas NP license, on us.
Filter Jobs
Results
-
We are seeking an experienced Urgent Care Physician Assistant for a 36-day locum tenens assignment in Texas, starting Mar 13, 2026. This contract requires flexibility to work AM or PM shifts, including 8-hour and 15-hour schedules. The provider will serve as the sole clinician on site and must be prepared to manage a full spectrum of urgent care cases...
Location:TX
Specialty:Urgent Care
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
-
Our client in TX is actively seeking a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Physician Assistant for a 168-day assignment, commencing Jun 1, 2026. This vital role involves comprehensive coverage of a Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Unit, with a dynamic schedule including shifts from 7 AM to 8 PM on weekdays and 8 AM to 9 PM on weekends. The Physician Assistant...
Location:TX
Specialty:Pediatric Critical Care Medicine
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
-
Our client in Texas is seeking an Urgent Care Physician Assistant for a 6-day assignment beginning Mar 10, 2026. This role involves managing a variety of urgent care cases, often requiring the provider to work autonomously for significant portions of the 8:30am - 7pm shifts in a 2-provider clinic setting. Responsibilities include treating common illnesses...
Location:TX
Specialty:Urgent Care
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
-
We are seeking an experienced Pediatric Critical Care Physician Assistant for a 30-day locum tenens assignment in Texas, starting Jun 1, 2026. This role covers Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (CICU) patients and includes both weekday and weekend shifts with day, night, and extended hours. The assignment offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative...
Location:TX
Specialty:Pediatric Critical Care Medicine
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
-
We are seeking a Family Practice Physician Assistant for a 2-day assignment in Texas, starting Jun 19, 2026. This role involves providing comprehensive primary care services in a clinic for employees and their dependents, following an 8-hour day schedule.Responsibilities and DutiesProvide primary care services within an office setting for employees...
Location:TX
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
Texas 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 Texas?
In Texas, the average PA salary is $134,780 a year, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
What is the scope of practice for physician assistants in Texas?
PAs must practice under the supervision of a licensed physician. In general, PAs in Texas 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.
What are the Continuing Medical Education requirements for physician assistants in Texas?
In Texas, physician assistants are required to complete 40 continuing education (CE) hours every two years to renew their license.
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.
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.