Physician Assistants Jobs Pay in San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $95.37 – $104.91
Average Annual Pay
Range: $198,370 – $218,207
How much do Physician Assistants make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$85.12/hr
Range: $81.06 – $89.17
Annual Rate
$177,045
Range: $168,615 – $185,476
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$100.14/hr
Range: $95.37 – $104.91
Annual Rate
$208,288
Range: $198,370 – $218,207
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$115.16/hr
Range: $109.68 – $120.65
Annual Rate
$239,531
Range: $228,125 – $250,938
Physician Assistants job description
Physician Assistants professionals play a vital role in the healthcare industry, providing essential medical services and patient care. They work in various healthcare settings including hospitals, clinics, and private practices to ensure quality patient outcomes.
- •Provide direct patient care and medical services
- •Document patient information and treatment plans
- •Collaborate with healthcare team members
- •Follow medical protocols and safety procedures
- •Maintain medical equipment and supplies
- •Stay current with medical advancements and certifications
- •Medical knowledge and clinical skills
- •Patient care and communication
- •Attention to detail
- •Critical thinking and problem-solving
- •Compassion and empathy
- •Time management
- •Required certifications or licenses
- •Relevant education or degree
- •Clinical experience preferred
- •Background check and health screening
