How much does a Certified Physician Assistant (PA) -Surgical make in Houston, TX? The average Certified Physician Assistant (PA) -Surgical salary in Houston, TX is $130,200 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $115,300 and $143,300. 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) -Surgical Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Certified Physician Assistant (PA) -Surgical Salary $101,734 Houston,TX March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Certified Physician Assistant (PA) -Surgical Salary $115,300 Houston,TX March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Certified Physician Assistant (PA) -Surgical Salary $130,200 Houston,TX March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Certified Physician Assistant (PA) -Surgical Salary $143,300 Houston,TX March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Certified Physician Assistant (PA) -Surgical Salary $155,227 Houston,TX March 26, 2024
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The Certified Physician Assistant (PA) -Surgical completes pre-op tasks including physical examinations and recording health history. Under the direction of physician, performs first assistant surgical duties, including tissue retraction and suturing. Being a Certified Physician Assistant (PA) -Surgical participates in daily patient rounds, writes progress notes, conducts patient education, writes prescriptions, and prepares discharge summaries. Orders appropriate laboratory and radiographic tests. In addition, Certified Physician Assistant (PA) -Surgical requires completion of the PANCE exam administered by National Commission of the Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA). Requires a master's degree of Health Sciences for Physician Assistants or related. Typically reports to a physician. Requires Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C). Requires State license to practice. Certified Physician Assistant (PA) -Surgical'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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