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.
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Cross Texas off your bucket list with this locum tenens opportunity! Our client is looking for a physician assistant specializing in pediatric critical care medicine to begin coverage in early May. Hours include 13 hour shifts for 10-14 days per month. The selected locum will be handling all aspects of critical care cases and procedures. There is a...
Location:TX
Specialty:Pediatric Critical Care Medicine
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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Job DetailsLocation: TexasStart Date: ImmediatelySchedule: 7:30a - 5p shifts from Mondays - FridaysResponsibilities:• DOT Exams• Physicals• Injury care• Other general occupational medicine casesAdditional Information:• Potential for extensionApply today to learn more!Benefits:Strong compensationTravel-related expenses coveredA-rated medical...
Location:TX
Specialty:Occupational Medicine
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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Job DetailsLocation: TexasStart Date: Late AprilSchedule: 13 hour shifts for 10-14 days per monthResponsibilities:• Handling all aspects of pediatric critical care cases and proceduresAdditional Information:• Possibility of extension• EMR System: EpicApply today to learn more!Benefits:Strong compensationTravel-related expenses coveredA-rated medical...
Location:TX
Specialty:Pediatric Critical Care Medicine
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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Job DetailsLocation: TexasStart Date: Early JuneSchedule: Mix of 8a - 5p and 8a - 12p shifts from Mondays - FridaysResponsibilities:• Colds• Coughs• Flu symptoms• Med checks• Diabetes• High blood pressure• Hospital follow ups• Other internal medicine casesAdditional Information:• Possibility of extensionApply today to learn more!Benefits:Strong...
Location:TX
Specialty:Internal Medicine
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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Job DetailsLocation: TexasStart Date: Early FebruarySchedule: Night coverage shifts with a 7 on/7 off rotationResponsibilities:• Handling all aspects of hospitalist cases and proceduresRequirements:• Valid TX state license• BLS certificationApply today to learn more!Benefits:Strong compensationTravel-related expenses coveredA-rated medical malpractice...
Location:TX
Specialty:Hospitalist
Provider Type:Physician Assistant
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Job DetailsLocation: TexasStart Date: Early FebruarySchedule: 10 hour day or night shiftsResponsibilities:• Handling all aspects of emergency medicine cases and proceduresRequirements:• Valid TX state licenseApply today to learn more!Benefits:Strong compensationTravel-related expenses coveredA-rated medical malpractice insurance providedDedicated...
Location:TX
Specialty:Emergency Medicine
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.