Physician Assistant Jobs in Greenbelt, MD

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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LocumTenens

Anatomic/Clinical Pathology Physician Associate Needed for Locum Coverage at Facility in Washington, DC

  • LocumTenens
  • Washington, DC (11 miles from Greenbelt, MD)
  • 5 days ago
  • LocumTenens
  • Washington, DC (11 miles from Greenbelt, MD)
  • 5 days ago

This Job at a Glance Job Reference Id: ORD-213441-PA-DC Title: PA Dates Needed: July - Ongoing Shift Type: Day Shift Assignment Type: Inpatient; Outpatient Call Required: No Board Certification...

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Advanced Practice Provider (NP or PA) -Palliative Care- Part Time

  • LifeBridge Health
  • Baltimore, MD (24 miles from Greenbelt, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (24 miles from Greenbelt, MD)
  • 3 days ago

Offer palliative care consults, recommend treatment adjustments, and coordinate care with primary care physicians....

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Advanced Practice Provider- Cardiac Surgery-PRN

  • LifeBridge Health
  • Baltimore, MD (24 miles from Greenbelt, MD)
  • 8 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (24 miles from Greenbelt, MD)
  • 8 days ago

Qualifications: Education & Licensure: Current Maryland license as a Physician Assistant (PA) or Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP) (or eligibility to obtain)....

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Advanced Practice Provider (ACNP or PA) - Neurology - PRN

  • LifeBridge Health
  • Baltimore, MD (24 miles from Greenbelt, MD)
  • 11 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (24 miles from Greenbelt, MD)
  • 11 days ago

Qualifications Current Maryland Physician Assistant or CRNP or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner License. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification....

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Advanced Practice Provider (ACNP, PA) - Critical Care

  • LifeBridge Health
  • Baltimore, MD (24 miles from Greenbelt, MD)
  • 11 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (24 miles from Greenbelt, MD)
  • 11 days ago

Qualifications Current Maryland Physician Assistant or CRNP or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner License....

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Advanced Practice Provider (ACNP or PA) - Hospital Medicine - PRN

  • LifeBridge Health
  • Baltimore, MD (24 miles from Greenbelt, MD)
  • 11 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (24 miles from Greenbelt, MD)
  • 11 days ago

Qualifications Current Maryland Physician Assistant or CRNP or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner License....

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Urgent Care Physician Assistant (Opportunities in D.C. Region, West Region, and South Region)

  • MedStar Health
  • Washington, DC (11 miles from Greenbelt, MD)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (11 miles from Greenbelt, MD)
  • 5 hours ago

Care is looking for experienced emergency medicine, urgent care, or family medicine physician assistants....

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Family Practice/Primary Care Physician Assistant

  • Privia Medical Group
  • Alexandria, VA (16 miles from Greenbelt, MD)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Alexandria, VA (16 miles from Greenbelt, MD)
  • 14 hours ago

Nova Patient Care Alexandria & Arlington, VA Nova Patient Care is an incredibly tech-forward, well-established primary care group seeking a dedicated Family Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant...

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Physician Assistant (Emergency Medicine)

  • Johns Hopkins University
  • Baltimore, MD (24 miles from Greenbelt, MD)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Baltimore, MD (24 miles from Greenbelt, MD)
  • 15 hours ago

Physician Assistant to work collaboratively within a Multidisciplinary Health Care team....

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Physician Assistant (Department of Dermatology)

  • Johns Hopkins University
  • Baltimore, MD (24 miles from Greenbelt, MD)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Baltimore, MD (24 miles from Greenbelt, MD)
  • 15 hours ago

The Physician Assistant will see patients independently at the Johns Hopkins Dermatology clinic at GSS....

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Physician Assistant - Infect Disease-NE

  • Johns Hopkins Medicine
  • Washington, DC (11 miles from Greenbelt, MD)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (11 miles from Greenbelt, MD)
  • 15 hours ago

Johns Hopkins Community Physicians (JHCP) is looking for a PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT to join our team at Sibley Memorial Hospital in Washington, DC....

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Advanced Practice Provider

  • Mercy Medical Center - Baltimore, MD
  • Glen Burnie, MD (19 miles from Greenbelt, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Glen Burnie, MD (19 miles from Greenbelt, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Mercy Medical Center, the only midsize hospital in the state of Maryland named a "Best Employer" by Forbes Magazine, is looking for a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join Mercy's...

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Primary Care Physician Assistant

  • Privia Health
  • Alexandria, VA (16 miles from Greenbelt, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Alexandria, VA (16 miles from Greenbelt, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Nova Patient Care | Alexandria & Arlington, VA Nova Patient Care is an incredibly tech-forward, well-established primary care group seeking a dedicated Family Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant...

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Examiner Physician Assistant

  • Loyal Source
  • Bethesda, MD (12 miles from Greenbelt, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bethesda, MD (12 miles from Greenbelt, MD)
  • 1 day ago

POSITION PURPOSE As an Examiner, you will be conducting Compensation & Pension(C&P) Examinations for Veterans applying for disability compensation from the Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) in...

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Advanced Practice - Physician Assistant

  • Epic Travel Staffing
  • Baltimore, MD (24 miles from Greenbelt, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Baltimore, MD (24 miles from Greenbelt, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Epic Travel Staffing is hiring a Locum PA Gastroenterology Shift: Days, 8a-5p 85, 40 hrs per week, Monday Friday Length: 13 weeks Requirements: NY License 2 Years experience BLS Other Details:...

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Salary for Physician Assistant Jobs in Greenbelt, MD

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Highest Education Level

Physician Assistants in Greenbelt, MD offer the following education background
Master's Degree
73.0%
Bachelor's Degree
14.4%
Doctorate Degree
8.5%
Associate's Degree
1.9%
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 Greenbelt, MD
None
35.1%
Less than 1 year
29.7%
2-4 years
18.9%
1-2 years
16.2%


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