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Hire Physician Assistants in Hawaii

Hawaii has 250 licensed physician assistants — ranking #40 nationally. Median salary: $133k.

0
Licensed Providers
Source: NPI Registry
Per 100K Residents
-100% vs national
$133k
Median Salary
Source: BLS 2024
#40
National Rank
of 51 states
Job Growth
projected
~49d
Avg Time-to-Fill
moderate competition
MODERATE COMPETITION

Hawaii ranks #40 of 51 states for physician assistants with 250 providers. Average time-to-fill: ~49 days. Sign-on bonuses avg $15,000.

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Physician Assistants Salary & Compensation in Hawaii

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

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

Hawaii Recruiting Market Overview

Hawaii ranks #40 of 51 states for physician assistants with 250 providers.

With 18.2% annual turnover, Hawaii sees approximately 46 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 Hawaii

How many physician assistants are in Hawaii?

Hawaii has 250 licensed physician assistants, ranking #40 nationally. Source: CMS NPPES NPI Registry.

What is the salary for physician assistants in Hawaii?

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 Hawaii a Nurse Licensure Compact state?

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

Which cities in Hawaii have the most physician assistants?

The largest concentrations are in .

What is the turnover rate for physician assistants in Hawaii?

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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