Physician Assistant
Provide healthcare services typically performed by a physician, under the supervision of a physician. Conduct complete physicals, provide treatment, and counsel patients. May, in some cases, prescribe medication. Must graduate from an accredited educational program for physician assistants.
At a Glance
Physician Assistant earns an average of $93,921/yr. Typical education: Bachelor's degree. Experience: 1.8–2.1 years. Top skills: Patient Treatment, Physician Assistant - Certified (PA-C), Communication.
$93,921/yr
Bachelor's degree
1.8–2.1 years
49
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Physician Assistants
Median Wage
$133,260/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+20.4%
Education
Master's degree
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (14)
Patient Treatment
Urgent Care
Neurosurgery
Cardiology
Emergency Medicine
Geriatrics
Clinical Experience
Evidence-Based Practice
Trauma Care
Auditing
Patient Education And Counseling
Medical History Documentation
Endocrinology
Critical Care
Common Skills (11)
Communication
Detail Oriented
Accountability
Analytical Thinking
Ethical Standards And Conduct
Leadership
Operations
Management
Scheduling
Computer Literacy
Certifications (5)
Physician Assistant - Certified (PA-C)
Nurse Practitioner (APRN-CNP)
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
Board Certified/Board Eligible
Related Specializations
Other specialized occupations in this field. Many share overlapping skills, making lateral moves more accessible.
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