Medicine
Physician Assistant career guide
Physician Assistants work in medicine settings across hospitals, clinics, health systems and HealthTech employers worldwide. Core responsibilities centre on clinical assessment, procedures, care planning, with pay typically ranging from $40,000 to $150,000 depending on country, employer type and seniority.
Quick answer
Physician Assistants earn approximately $40,000–$150,000 per year with very high global demand. Entry typically requires pa master's programme, plus registration with bodies such as NCCPA, Faculty of Physician Associates.
Snapshot
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Group | Medicine |
| Education | PA master's programme |
| Certifications | PANCE, NCCPA |
| Regulators | NCCPA, Faculty of Physician Associates |
| Salary range (USD) | $40,000 – $150,000 |
| Demand | Very high |
Core skills
- Clinical assessment
- Procedures
- Care planning
Career progression
- 1PA
- 2Senior PA
- 3Lead PA
Specialty
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