How much does a Certified Physician Assistant (PA)-Medical Specialty make in Los Angeles, CA? The average Certified Physician Assistant (PA)-Medical Specialty salary in Los Angeles, CA is $144,900 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $132,200 and $160,100. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Certified Physician Assistant (PA)-Medical Specialty Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Certified Physician Assistant (PA)-Medical Specialty Salary $120,637 Los Angeles,CA March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Certified Physician Assistant (PA)-Medical Specialty Salary $132,200 Los Angeles,CA March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Certified Physician Assistant (PA)-Medical Specialty Salary $144,900 Los Angeles,CA March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Certified Physician Assistant (PA)-Medical Specialty Salary $160,100 Los Angeles,CA March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Certified Physician Assistant (PA)-Medical Specialty Salary $173,939 Los Angeles,CA March 26, 2024
25% $132,200 10% $120,637 90% $173,939 75% $160,100 $144,900 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Certified Physician Assistant (PA)-Medical Specialty examines patient, performs comprehensive physical examinations, and compiles patient medical data, including health history and results of physical examination. Assesses, plans, and provides patient care in a medical specialty, such as cardiology, neurology, orthopedics, etc. under the supervision of a physician. Being a Certified Physician Assistant (PA)-Medical Specialty participates in daily patient rounds, writes progress notes, conducts patient education, writes prescriptions, and prepares discharge summaries. Orders and interprets appropriate laboratory and radiographic tests. In addition, Certified Physician Assistant (PA)-Medical Specialty requires completion of the PANCE exam administered by National Commission of the Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA). Requires a master's degree in Health Sciences for Physician Assistants or related. Requires Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C). Requires State license to practice. Typically reports to a physician. Certified Physician Assistant (PA)-Medical Specialty's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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