Physician Assistant (PA) Jobs
Looking for physician assistant jobs? 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 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.
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We are seeking a Dermatology Physician Assistant for an impactful 60-day assignment in California, commencing Apr 6, 2026. This vital role involves addressing a backlog of outpatient dermatology cases, requiring the ability to comfortably manage a comprehensive range of conditions, including general and medical dermatology, skin lesions, excisions,...
Location:CA
Specialty:Dermatology
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking a Family Practice Physician Assistant for our client in Wisconsin for a 1-day assignment, starting Jun 3, 2026. This role involves providing primary care services from 7 AM to 5 PM, focusing on employees, spouses, and dependents of local school districts, including general outpatient care, women's health, and handling non-acute walk-ins.Responsibilities...
Location:WI
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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Our client is seeking a dedicated Family Practice Physician Assistant for a 60-day assignment in CA, commencing Apr 13, 2026. This role involves providing comprehensive bread and butter primary care services within a very busy clinic environment. The successful candidate will manage a diverse patient population, including approximately 75% Spanish-speaking...
Location:CA
Specialty:Family Practice
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking a Physician Assistant - Surgery - Cardiovascular & Thoracic for an exciting 126-day assignment with our client in Indiana. Starting Mar 30, 2026, this role involves 7p-7a shifts focusing on daily inpatient rounds, new consults, and patient discharges, managing an average of 10-15 patients within a total census of 20-30.Responsibilities...
Location:IN
Specialty:Cardiology Critical Care
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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Our client in California is seeking an Urgent Care Physician Assistant for a 60-day assignment beginning May 18, 2026. This role involves managing a high volume of high-acuity cases, requiring proficiency in procedures such as laceration repair, fracture management, and independent urgent care functions. Shifts are typically 10 or 12 hours between 9...
Location:CA
Specialty:Urgent Care
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking a Critical Care Medicine Physician Assistant for a 28-day assignment with our client in NY, starting Jun 8, 2026. This role involves comprehensive ICU coverage, including C lines, intubation, admissions, and vent management, across both day and night shifts.Responsibilities and DutiesManage unassigned admissions and provide comprehensive...
Location:NY
Specialty:Critical Care Medicine
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking a dedicated Plastic Surgery Physician Assistant for a 120-day locum tenens assignment with our client in California, starting Mar 30, 2026. This vital role involves providing comprehensive care within the Plastic Surgery and Burn department, including daily 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM shifts, with one dedicated OR day each week. Key responsibilities...
Location:CA
Specialty:Plastic Surgery
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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Our client in California is seeking an experienced Physician Assistant - Surgery - Otolaryngology/ENT for a 60-day assignment, beginning Mar 30, 2026. This role involves 8a-5p shifts, with a primary focus on follow-up and outpatient visits for ENT/Otolaryngology/Head and Neck cases. The Physician Assistant will be instrumental in managing all ENT outpatient...
Location:CA
Specialty:Otolaryngology/ENT Surgery
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking an Urgent Care Physician Assistant for a 36-day assignment in Oregon, starting Mar 1, 2026. This role involves providing care in an urgent care setting, with a schedule of 8am-8pm or 7am-7pm shifts. The Physician Assistant will be comfortable floating between locations within the region and will manage a variety of cases, including in-office...
Location:OR
Specialty:Urgent Care
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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We are seeking a dedicated Urgent Care Physician Assistant for an exciting 260-day assignment with our client in California, starting Jul 1, 2026. This role involves night shifts from 4pm-2am, primarily focused on seeing patients for 9 hours out of a 10-hour scheduled shift within a fast-track emergency medicine environment. You will provide excellent...
Location:CA
Specialty:Urgent Care
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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Physician Assistant Job FAQs
How Much Do Physician Assistants Make?
PAs earn an average salary of $134,000 per year, according to Medscape.
Locum tenens physician assistants earn between $75 and $150 an hour, depending on a variety of factors relating to the assignment, facility, and the experience of the physician assistant.
What is the Job Outlook for Physician Assistants in 2024?
Physician assistant employment is projected by the US Bureau of Labor Statistics to grow 27 percent from 2022 to 2032. This number is significantly higher than the three percent growth projection for all occupations. U.S. News and World Report listed physician assistant as the number two most in-demand job across occupations for 2024.
Can New Grads Work Locum Tenens Physician Assistant Jobs?
Yes! Locum tenens is a great way to gain experience as a PA or to learn a new specialty. While some PA jobs require specific experience, others are open to physician assistants who meet all job qualifications.
The easiest way to find a job as a new PA graduate is to connect with a dedicated Barton recruiter, who can find you an open job that matches your experience and skill set.
Check out our tips for finding work as a new physician assistant grad.
Do Locum Tenens Physician Assistant Jobs Include Malpractice Insurance?
Yes! Barton Associates offers free comprehensive malpractice insurance to all physician assistants who work with us. Our claims-made insurance is furnished by an “A”-rated insurance company and includes tail coverage for all providers. Learn more about our PA malpractice insurance here.