Physician Assistant Jobs in Durham, NC

A Physician Assistant (PA) is a key contributor in the advanced practitioner industry, providing diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventive healthcare services under the supervision of physicians and surgeons. They obtain patient histories, conduct physical examinations, order and interpret diagnostic tests, diagnose illnesses, develop and manage treatment plans, prescribe medications, and often assist in surgery. They work in various healthcare settings, including hospitals, clinics, and other types of health facilities. A PA may also carry out research, teaching, and administrative functions.

The role demands a high level of competence, necessitating skills in critical thinking, communication, problem-solving, and a strong knowledge base in medical sciences. Essential certifications include a license from the state in which they practice, and certification from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA). Prior to becoming a Physician Assistant, individuals typically have experience in roles such as a Registered Nurse (RN), Medical Assistant, or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). This healthcare experience is often a prerequisite for admission into a PA program, which culminates in a Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies or a related field.

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Physician Assistant

  • Durham, NC
  • 23 days ago
  • Durham, NC
  • 23 days ago

Physician Assistants are key members of Air Force healthcare teams all over the world....

Advanced Practice Provider PA/NP (Per Diem) - UNC Ortho Sports Med Overhead

  • Chapel Hill, NC (8 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Chapel Hill, NC (8 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 5 hours ago

Summary: A Physician Assistant functions as part of the interdisciplinary healthcare team in accordance with privileges approved by the credentialing committee to provide high quality, cost effective...

Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) - UNC CICU

  • Chapel Hill, NC (8 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Chapel Hill, NC (8 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 5 hours ago

., Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant, Clinical Pharmacist Practitioner, Certified Nurse Midwife, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist) in the state of North Carolina....

Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) - SOM MICU

  • Chapel Hill, NC (8 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Chapel Hill, NC (8 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 5 hours ago

., Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant, Clinical Pharmacist Practitioner, Certified Nurse Midwife, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist) in the state of North Carolina....

Physician Assistant - Nephrology

  • Durham, NC
  • 20 hours ago
  • Durham, NC
  • 20 hours ago

Physician Assistant-II (PA-II) Experience and Education....

Advanced Practice Provider I (NP/NP) (Per Diem) - Orthopaedics

  • Chapel Hill, NC (8 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chapel Hill, NC (8 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 1 day ago

This per diem position will be primarily for Orthopaedic Urgent Care coverage at our OrthoNow location....

Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Associate Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Hickory, . Job in New Hill Gr8Jobs

  • New Hill, NC (24 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 2 days ago
  • New Hill, NC (24 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 2 days ago

About the facility A 143-bed hospital with a Level 3 trauma unit is seeking a cardiothoracic physician associate for locum tenens coverage. Temporary privileges are available. About the facility...

Physician Assistant

  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 2 days ago

Requirements Supervising Physician may required depending on the state requirement Active PA license in the state CPR/BLS Certification Experience with Primary Care, Urgent Care or Occupational Health...

Family / Primary Care / Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner

  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (21 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 2 days ago

Immediate need for a bilingual (Spanish) Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join a well established and growing Primary Care group in Raleigh and Winston Salem locales....

Physician Assistant - Pediatric Cardiac Stepdown

  • Durham, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Durham, NC
  • 2 days ago

PA: Graduate of Master's or Doctoral Degree ARC accredited Physician Assistant program....

Physician Assistant PA Primary Care Family Medicine

  • Carrboro, NC (11 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Carrboro, NC (11 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 2 days ago

Physician Assistant to an established Primary Care program....

Orthopedic Physician Assistant

  • Durham, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Durham, NC
  • 2 days ago

The position has both clinic and OR responsibilities; intermittent travel between offices and urgent care coverage is required....

Advanced Practice Provider (NP) - Cardiothoracic Surgery

  • Chapel Hill, NC (8 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Chapel Hill, NC (8 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 4 days ago

Description Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 diverse employees, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve. An Advanced...

Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) - SOM Med Hematology (Night Shift)

  • Chapel Hill, NC (8 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Chapel Hill, NC (8 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 6 days ago

Summary: A Physician Assistant functions as part of the interdisciplinary healthcare team in accordance with privileges approved by the credentialing committee to provide high quality, cost effective...

Advanced Practice Provider (PA/NP) - Hospitalist Medicine (Night Shift)

  • Chapel Hill, NC (8 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 6 days ago
  • Chapel Hill, NC (8 miles from Durham, NC)
  • 6 days ago

., Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant, Clinical Pharmacist Practitioner, Certified Nurse Midwife, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist) in the state of North Carolina....

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Salary for Physician Assistant Jobs in Durham, NC

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireAdvancedPractitioners research efforts.


Highest Education Level

Physician Assistants in Durham, NC offer the following education background
Master's Degree
73.0%
Bachelor's Degree
14.5%
Doctorate Degree
8.4%
Associate's Degree
1.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.4%
High School or GED
0.8%
Some College
0.1%
Some High School
0.0%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Physician Assistants in Durham, NC
None
35.1%
Less than 1 year
29.7%
2-4 years
18.9%
1-2 years
16.2%


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