Physician Practice Assistant Salary in San Luis Obispo, CA

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How much does a Physician Practice Assistant make in San Luis Obispo, CA? The average Physician Practice Assistant salary in San Luis Obispo, CA is $57,330 as of May 28, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $52,851 and $75,381. 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.

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What is a Physician Practice Assistant?

A Physician Practice Assistant is responsible for providing administrative and clinical support to physicians and other healthcare professionals in a medical practice. This may include scheduling appointments, managing patient records, taking vital signs, and assisting with medical procedures. They may also be responsible for handling billing and insurance claims, as well as providing patient education and support. The Physician Practice Assistant plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the medical practice and providing high-quality care to patients.

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Locum Tenens Physician Assistant - Clinic Family Practice - $110 per hour

TheraEx Staffing Services - APP - Crescent City , CA

TheraEx Staffing Services - APP is seeking a Physician Assistant Clinic Family Practice for a locum tenens job in Crescent City, California. Job Description & Requirements * Specialty: Family ...

Vivian Health - 6 days ago

Family Practice Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Cross Country Workforce Solutions Group - Sacramento , CA

Join our Live Oak, Marysville, or Yuba, California Team Family Practice Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Salary Range $129,000 - $176,000 (depending on experience) + benefits Requirements to ...

LinkedIn - 14 days ago

Advanced Practice Provider (Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner)

Columbia Pain Management - Portland , OR

Advanced Practice Provider (Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner) Reports to: Practice Administrator Location: Tualatin and Milwaukie Full Time, Permanent Compensation and Benefits Package: $130 ...

ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 20 days ago

Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant (Advanced Practice Provider - APP)

DispatchHealth Management - Citrus Heights , CA

... Physician Assistants with acute care experience in ER, Urgent Care, or Internal Medicine to join our growing team serving the Sacramento community. Our Advanced Practice Providers team with DHMTs ...

Job Traffic Ltd - 17 days ago

Physician Assistant - Full Time Advanced Practice Provider

Hamilton Health Box - Elk City , OK

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) will work closely with supervising Physicians. The key objective is to create value through health coaching, disease management, preventative screening and ...

ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 18 days ago

Medical Receptionist

Multispecialty Physician Practice - California , MD

The Medical Receptionist Serves as the initial contact person at the medical practice. Greets ... the reception desk to assist and communicating frequently regarding wait time. Manages the ...

ZipRecruiter - 28 days ago

What does a Physician Practice Assistant do?

Common responsibilities of a Physician Practice Assistant

Assist the physician with medical examinations and procedures, including preparing and maintaining medical equipment and supplies.

October 08, 2023

Schedule patient appointments and follow-up visits, and manage the physician's calendar.

October 16, 2023

Answer patient inquiries, provide information on medical services, and assist with coordinating referrals to specialists or other healthcare providers.

October 17, 2023

Perform basic medical procedures such as administering injections, EKGs, and phlebotomy.

October 18, 2023

Greet and check in patients, verify their personal and insurance information, and assist with completing necessary forms.

October 25, 2023

Assist with patient intake, including taking vital signs, updating medical history, and preparing patients for examination.

October 26, 2023

Manage patient records, including updating electronic health records, filing and organizing paperwork, and ensuring patient confidentiality.

October 26, 2023

Maintain a clean and organized work environment, including sterilizing equipment and ensuring compliance with infection control protocols.

October 26, 2023

Provide patient education and instructions on medication, treatment plans, and follow-up care.

November 06, 2023

Assist with billing and coding tasks, including verifying insurance coverage, processing payments, and submitting claims.

November 12, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Physician Practice Assistant in San Luis Obispo, CA

Average Base Salary

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52851

75381

57330

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

59336

109090

68281

What is the average salary for Physician Practice Assistant in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Physician Practice Assistant in San Luis Obispo, CA. The base salary for Physician Practice Assistant ranges from $52,851 to $75,381 with the average base salary of $57,330. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $59,336 to $109,090 with the average total cash compensation of $68,281.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$57,330	$52,851 - $75,381
Bonus	$10,951	$6,484 - $33,709
Total Pay	$68,281	$59,336 - $109,090

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Physician Practice Assistant Salary Near San Luis Obispo, CA

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO San Luis Obispo, CA
CITY, STATE Santa Maria, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $53,110 - $75,750	COMPARE TO San Luis Obispo, CA
CITY, STATE Lompoc, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $52,509 - $74,893	COMPARE TO San Luis Obispo, CA
CITY, STATE Santa Barbara, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $52,714 - $75,186	COMPARE TO San Luis Obispo, CA
CITY, STATE Bakersfield, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $52,411 - $74,753	COMPARE TO San Luis Obispo, CA
CITY, STATE Monterey, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $54,336 - $77,499	COMPARE TO San Luis Obispo, CA
CITY, STATE Salinas, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $54,218 - $77,331	COMPARE TO San Luis Obispo, CA

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About San Luis Obispo, California

San Luis Obispo is located on U.S. Route 101 about 31 miles (50 km) north of Santa Maria. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 12.93 square miles (33.5 km2), of which, 12.78 square miles (33.1 km2) is land and 0.15 square miles (0.39 km2) (1.18%) is water. San Luis Obispo is on the West Coast of the United States and in the Central Coast of California. The Pacific Ocean is about 11 miles (18 km) west of San Luis Obispo. The Santa Lucia Mountains lie just east of San Luis Obispo. These mountains are the headwaters for San Luis Obispo Creek, whose watershed ...

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About San Luis Obispo, California San Luis Obispo is located on U.S. Route 101 about 31 miles (50 km) north of Santa Maria. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a....More

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