Physician Assistant Jobs in Richardson, TX

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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Advanced Practice Provider I - Psych Correctional Health

Parkland Health and Hospital System
Dallas, TX (12 miles from Richardson, TX)
14 hours ago

Dallas, TX (12 miles from Richardson, TX)
14 hours ago

Must have an active certification as a Nurse Practitioner by one of the following Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or the American Academy of Nurse...

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Cardiovascular Surgery Advanced Practice Provider

Medical City Heart & Spine
Plano, TX (6 miles from Richardson, TX)
1 day ago

Plano, TX (6 miles from Richardson, TX)
1 day ago

surgery and other specialized heart care Offering advanced care and minimally invasive procedures to treat and prevent heart failure Comprehensive program focused on the whole patient Team members...

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Virtual Seasonal Physician Assistant - DC or TX Licensed

One Medical
Dallas, TX (12 miles from Richardson, TX)
2 days ago

Dallas, TX (12 miles from Richardson, TX)
2 days ago

for at least: 2 years in an outpatient primary care setting seeing patients of all ages (0+), OR 2 years in an urgent care or emergency medicine setting seeing patients of all ages (0+) Ability to...

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Advanced Practice Provider Sr.-Rockwall

The US Oncology Network
Rockwall, TX (19 miles from Richardson, TX)
2 days ago

Rockwall, TX (19 miles from Richardson, TX)
2 days ago

OR Physician Assistant Successful completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program. Current NCCPA (National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants) certification....

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Advanced Practice Provider I - Maple Women's Health

Parkland Health and Hospital System
Dallas, TX (12 miles from Richardson, TX)
2 days ago

Dallas, TX (12 miles from Richardson, TX)
2 days ago

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Advanced Practice Provider, Pediatric Cardiac ICU

PracticeMatch Services, LLC.
Dallas, TX (12 miles from Richardson, TX)
2 days ago

Dallas, TX (12 miles from Richardson, TX)
2 days ago

OR Graduate of a Master's degree or higher Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) accredited Physician Assistant program....

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Advanced Practice Provider, Pediatric Nephrology

PracticeMatch Services, LLC.
Dallas, TX (12 miles from Richardson, TX)
2 days ago

Dallas, TX (12 miles from Richardson, TX)
2 days ago

OR Graduate of a Master's degree or higher Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) accredited Physician Assistant program....

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Family Medicine Physician Assistant Opportunity in Dallas, TX

PracticeMatch Services, LLC.
Dallas, TX (12 miles from Richardson, TX)
2 days ago

Dallas, TX (12 miles from Richardson, TX)
2 days ago

THPG's primary care and specialist network represents 59 medical specialties. Our 270 plus locations cover 6,429 square miles in 11 North Texas counties....

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Advanced Practice Provider, Pediatric Stem Cell Transplant

PracticeMatch Services, LLC.
Dallas, TX (12 miles from Richardson, TX)
2 days ago

Dallas, TX (12 miles from Richardson, TX)
2 days ago

OR Graduate of a Master's degree or higher Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) accredited Physician Assistant program....

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Pediatric Acute Care Advanced Practice Provider

Medical City Children's Hospital
Irving, TX (16 miles from Richardson, TX)
2 days ago

Irving, TX (16 miles from Richardson, TX)
2 days ago

pediatric nurse practitioner, or physician assistant to join our dynamic Pediatric Critical Care team....

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Pediatric - Intensivist Physician Assistant

WhiteCoat Locums
Dallas, TX (12 miles from Richardson, TX)
3 days ago

Dallas, TX (12 miles from Richardson, TX)
3 days ago

Pediatric Acute Care Physician Assistant Location: Dallas, TX Job Type: Locum Tenens Overview: A hospital-based opportunity is available for a Physician Assistant to provide care in a high-acuity pediatric...

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Pediatrics Physician Assistant

Prime Staffing
Dallas, TX (12 miles from Richardson, TX)
3 days ago

Dallas, TX (12 miles from Richardson, TX)
3 days ago

The ACCU (Acute Cardiac Care Unit) is a 44-bed inpatient unit specializing in the care of high-acuity pediatric cardiac patients. The ACCU functions as a higher-acuity floor that supports the care...

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Cardiology Physician Assistant

StaffMed Health Partners
Dallas, TX (12 miles from Richardson, TX)
3 days ago

Dallas, TX (12 miles from Richardson, TX)
3 days ago

StaffMed Health Partners is proud to partner with one of the largest and most respected healthcare systems in the Dallas/Fort Worth metro area to assist in the recruitment of a dedicated and...

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Critical Care/ICU/PICU/NICU Physician Assistant

RecruitWell
Dallas, TX (12 miles from Richardson, TX)
3 days ago

Dallas, TX (12 miles from Richardson, TX)
3 days ago

Assistant: Board Certified or meets Texas standard to practice - REQUIRED Texas License - REQUIRED Board Eligible: Yes Experience Inpatient consultation coverage for general surgery and level III trauma...

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Urgent Care Physician Assistant

StaffMed Health Partners
Dallas, TX (12 miles from Richardson, TX)
3 days ago

Dallas, TX (12 miles from Richardson, TX)
3 days ago

Care APP role Board Certified Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Active Texas license (or ability to obtain) Trauma, critical care, emergency medicine, or surgical experience preferred Strong...

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Demographic Data for Richardson, TX

Moving to Richardson, TX? Find some basic demographic data about Richardson, TX below.

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Average Household Income

Home Value vs Household Income in Richardson, TX

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National

Total Population

119,462

Number of Businesses

4,470

City Size

Medium/Lg

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Salary for Physician Assistant Jobs in Richardson, TX

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

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Physician Assistant positions.

Highest Education Level

Physician Assistants in Richardson, TX 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 Richardson, TX

None

35.1%

Less than 1 year

29.7%

2-4 years

18.9%

1-2 years

16.2%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Physician Assistant position

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