Physician Assistants

Starting Salary

$99,989
NC Triangle Area

Median Annual Wage

$125,741
NC Triangle Area
31
% Bachelor's degree Required
42
% Master's degree Preferred

5-Year Job Outlook

+8.6%
NC Triangle Area

Annual Job Openings

645
NC Triangle Area

Physician Assistants 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.

Application to a school to become a physical assistant requires completion of a bachelor’s degree. View the for the Physician Assistant course selection guide to ensure you take the correct courses for the Bachelor of Science program at area universities.