Physician Assistant (PA) Jobs in New Mexico
Looking for physician assistant jobs in New Mexico? 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 New Mexico? Visit our Physician Assistant Guide to Locum Tenens Jobs in New Mexico here.
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Cross New Mexico off your bucket list with this locum tenens opportunity! Our client is looking for a physician assistant specializing in neurological surgery to begin coverage in mid May. Hours include 12 hour night shifts (5p - 5a) with a 7 on/7 off rotation. The selected locum will be handling all aspects of neurosurgery cases and procedures. There...
Location:NM
Specialty:Neurological Surgery
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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Looking for your next locum tenens opportunity? Look no further! Our client in New Mexico is looking for a physician assistant specializing in neurological surgery to begin coverage in late May. Hours include 12 hour night shifts (5p - 5a) with a 7 on/7 off rotation. The selected locum will be handling all aspects of neurosurgery cases and procedures....
Location:NM
Specialty:Neurological Surgery
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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Your next locum tenens opportunity awaits in New Mexico! Our client is looking for a physician assistant specializing in neurological surgery to begin coverage in late May. Hours include 12 hour night shifts (5p - 5a) with a 7 on/7 off rotation. The selected locum will be handling all aspects of neurosurgery cases and procedures. There is a chance for...
Location:NM
Specialty:Neurological Surgery
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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Looking for your next locum tenens opportunity? Look no further! Our client in New Mexico has multiple openings for a physician assistant specializing in critical care medicine to begin coverage in late May. Hours include 12 hour shifts (5:30a - 5:30p) with a 7 on/7 off rotation. The selected locum will be handling neurosurgery cases, trauma, a/c lines,...
Location:NM
Specialty:Critical Care Medicine
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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IMMEDIATE NEED Physician Assistant - OB/GYN
Cross New Mexico off your bucket list with this locum tenens opportunity! Our client is looking for a physician assistant specializing in OB/GYN to begin coverage in early March. The selected locum will be working Monday - Friday, handling NST assessments, fetal position checks, amniotic fluid tests, and other OB/GYN cases. There is a chance for an...
Location:NM
Specialty:Obstetrics/Gynecology
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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Our client, a hospital located in New Mexico, is looking for a locum Physician Assistant specializing in Neurological Surgery for a 168-day assignment beginning in May 2025, with potential for extension. The role involves night shifts (5 PM to 5 AM) on a 7-on/7-off or 14-on/14-off schedule. Responsibilities include managing adult and pediatric neurosurgical...
Location:NM
Specialty:Neurological Surgery
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
New Mexico 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 New Mexico?
In New Mexico, the average PA salary is $133,140 a year, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
What is the scope of practice for physician assistants in New Mexico?
PAs must practice under the supervision of a licensed physician. In general, PAs in New Mexico have advanced practice authority. Advanced authority means that PAs can practice to the full extent of their medical education, but they still must comply with administrative requirements.
What are the Continuing Education requirements for physician assistants in New Mexico?
In New Mexico, physician assistants (PAs) must complete 100 continuing education (CE) hours within a two-year licensing cycle to renew their license.
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.