Q: What degrees might help further my career as a Physician Assistant?

Physician assistants may need a Physician Assistant ( PA ) or a Physician Assistant-Certified ( PA-C ) to improve their chance of getting hired or further their careers. Certain degrees may even be required before entering the field.

Question 1

How much do travel Travel Physician Assistant jobs pay?

Accepted Answer

For jobs available on Vivian as of Monday, September 21st 2026, the average weekly salary for a Travel Physician Assistant is $4,410, but can pay up to $4,410 per week.

Question 2

Does Vivian have any staff Physician Assistant jobs?

Accepted Answer

As of Monday, September 21st 2026, Vivian has 34 Staff Physician Assistant jobs listed. These jobs pay $78 per hour on average, with the highest-paying job listed up to $96 per hour.

Question 3

Does Vivian have any per diem Physician Assistant  jobs?

Accepted Answer

As of Monday, September 21st 2026, Vivian has 5 jobs listed for per diem Physician Assistant jobs. These jobs pay $122 per hour on average and up to $144 per hour for the highest-paying role.

Question 4

Does Vivian have any local contract Physician Assistant jobs?

Accepted Answer

As of Monday, September 21st 2026, Vivian has 11 listings for local contract Physician Assistant jobs. These jobs pay $116 per hour on average, and up to $150 per hour for the top-paying job listed.

Question 5

Which certifications are best for Physician Assistants?

Accepted Answer

Physician assistants can specialize in several fields. Some healthcare employers may prefer or may even require specific professional certifications, including:

Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery (CVTS)
Dermatology (Derm)
Emergency Medicine (EM)
Hospital Medicine (HM)
Nephrology (Neph)
Orthopaedic Surgery (OS)
Pediatrics (Peds)
Palliative Medicine and Hospice Care (PMHC)
Psychiatry (Psy)

Question 6

What degrees might help further my career as a Physician Assistant?

Accepted Answer

Physician assistants may need a Physician Assistant (PA) or a Physician Assistant-Certified (PA-C) to improve their chance of getting hired or further their careers. Certain degrees may even be required before entering the field.

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