Looking for surgical physician assistant jobs? Barton Associates specializes in locum tenens PA surgery jobs, with well over a decade of experience placing locum tenens physician assistants (PAs) on short and long-term assignments throughout the US.
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
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
We are seeking an experienced Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant for a high-acuity adult inpatient locum tenens assignment in California. This opportunity begins on Mar 2, 2026, with a 120-day contract, offering full-time Monday to Friday shifts, 8 am to 5 pm, and regular weekday and weekend call coverage. The role is fully inpatient with no...
Location:CA
Specialty:Cardiothoracic 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
We are seeking a skilled Surgery Physician Assistant for a locum tenens assignment in New York beginning on Mar 2, 2026. This 48-day opportunity features flexible 12 or 24-hour shifts, including both day and night schedules, and requires strong transvaginal ultrasound skills and experience with GYN cases. The position includes first assist responsibilities...
Location:NY
Specialty:General Surgery
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
We are seeking an Orthopedic Physician Assistant for an 80-day assignment in Pennsylvania, starting Jul 1, 2026. The successful candidate will work independently, providing comprehensive coverage for shifts that include reductions, placing traction pins, and suturing, with an orthopedic surgeon available for backup. This role involves delivering essential...
Location:PA
Specialty:Orthopedic Surgery
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
We are actively seeking a dedicated General Surgery Physician Assistant for an engaging 36-day locum tenens assignment in Maryland, commencing Jun 1, 2026. This nocturnist position involves comprehensive inpatient general surgery floor coverage from 5pm-6am, focusing on cross-coverage for General, Vascular, and Gastroenterology services, monitoring...
Location:MD
Specialty:General Surgery
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
We are seeking a Neurological Surgery Physician Assistant for a 30-day assignment with our client in Texas, commencing Jul 6, 2026. The schedule will be 8 AM to 5 PM, focusing on comprehensive patient care within a neurological surgery practice. This role involves managing a diverse range of conditions such as cervical and lumbar spine disorders, spinal...
Location:TX
Specialty:Neurological Surgery
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
We are seeking a Urology Physician Assistant for a 60-day assignment in North Carolina, starting Jun 15, 2026. This role offers a weekday daytime schedule from 8a-5p with no call requirements, focusing on an adult-only patient population. The Physician Assistant will primarily handle rounding and consults, with OR support as needed for full-scope urology...
Location:NC
Specialty:Urology Surgery
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
We are seeking a Urology Physician Assistant for a 60-day assignment with our client in California, starting Jun 22, 2026. This role involves comprehensive urology clinic work, primarily focused on new patient consultations, diagnosing common urological issues such as hydrocele, flank pain, and UTIs, with typical shift hours from 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM.Responsibilities...
Location:CA
Specialty:Urology Surgery
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
The average annual PA salary is $126,010 per year in the U.S., according to the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics. While this data represents PAs as a whole, it can provide an estimate of the annual compensation for surgery PAs.
Locum tenens cardiothoracic surgery physician assistants can earn between $150 and $200 an hour, however compensation depends on a variety of factors such as the facility and the experience of the PA.
Locum tenens cardiovascular and thoracic surgery physician assistants can earn between $150 and $200 an hour, however compensation depends on a variety of factors such as the facility and the experience of the PA.
Locum tenens general surgery physician assistants can earn between $100 and $125 an hour, however compensation depends on a variety of factors such as the facility and the experience of the PA.
Locum tenens neurological surgery physician assistants can earn between $95 and $125 an hour, however compensation depends on a variety of factors such as the facility and the experience of the PA.
Locum tenens orthopedic surgery physician assistants can earn between $100 and $130 an hour, however compensation depends on a variety of factors such as the facility and the experience of the PA.
Locum tenens plastic surgery physician assistants can earn between $115 and $135 an hour, however compensation depends on a variety of factors such as the facility and the experience of the PA.
Locum tenens thoracic surgery physician assistants can earn between $100 and $125 an hour, however compensation depends on a variety of factors such as the facility and the experience of the PA.
Locum tenens trauma surgery physician assistants can earn between $95 and $125 an hour, however compensation depends on a variety of factors such as the facility and the experience of the PA.
Locum tenens urology surgery physician assistants can earn between $90 and $120 an hour, however compensation depends on a variety of factors such as the facility and the experience of the PA.
Locum tenens vascular surgery physician assistants can earn between $100 and $130 an hour, however compensation depends on a variety of factors such as the facility and the experience of the PA.
Physician assistant employment is projected by the U.S. 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 second best healthcare job in 2024.
Yes! Locum tenens is a great way to gain experience as a PA or to learn a new specialty. While some occupational medicine 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.
Yes! Barton Associates offers free comprehensive malpractice insurance to all locum tenens 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.