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Hire Physician Assistants in District of Columbia

District of Columbia has 480 licensed physician assistants — ranking #34 nationally. Median salary: $133k.

0
Licensed Providers
Source: NPI Registry
Per 100K Residents
-100% vs national
$133k
Median Salary
Source: BLS 2024
#34
National Rank
of 51 states
Job Growth
projected
~49d
Avg Time-to-Fill
moderate competition
MODERATE COMPETITION

District of Columbia ranks #34 of 51 states for physician assistants with 480 providers. Average time-to-fill: ~49 days. Sign-on bonuses avg $15,000.

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Physician Assistants Salary & Compensation in District of Columbia

$105,000
Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$133,020
Median Salary
$150,000
Senior (8-15 yrs)

To recruit mid-career physician assistants in District of Columbia, target offers at $139,671+. Sign-on bonuses averaging $15,000 can help close competitive candidates. (Source: BLS OOH)

District of Columbia Recruiting Market Overview

District of Columbia ranks #34 of 51 states for physician assistants with 480 providers.

With 18.2% annual turnover, District of Columbia sees approximately 87 physician assistants position changes per year. Top retention factors: work-life balance (85%), competitive salary (82%), and supportive management (78%).

Average time-to-fill is ~49 days. Recruiters should factor in 60-120 days for hospital credentialing and 90-180 days for insurance paneling.

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Frequently Asked Questions: Hiring Physician Assistants in District of Columbia

How many physician assistants are in District of Columbia?

District of Columbia has 480 licensed physician assistants, ranking #34 nationally. Source: CMS NPPES NPI Registry.

What is the salary for physician assistants in District of Columbia?

The national median is $133,020. Entry-level: $105,000, Senior: $150,000. Sign-on bonuses averaging $15,000 are common for hard-to-fill roles. Source: BLS 2024.

Is District of Columbia a Nurse Licensure Compact state?

Check with the District of Columbia Board of Nursing. The Nurse Licensure Compact includes 42 member states.

Which cities in District of Columbia have the most physician assistants?

The largest concentrations are in .

What is the turnover rate for physician assistants in District of Columbia?

Annual turnover averages 18.2%. Top exit reasons: burnout (35%), better pay (28%). Proactive retention programs reduce turnover 25-40%.

How long does recruiting physician assistants take?

Average time-to-fill is ~49 days (moderate competition). Hospital credentialing adds 60-120 days. Start the process early to avoid staffing gaps.

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