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Hire Physician Assistants in Kansas

Kansas has 620 licensed physician assistants — ranking #32 nationally. Median salary: $133k.

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Licensed Providers
Source: NPI Registry
Per 100K Residents
-100% vs national
$133k
Median Salary
Source: BLS 2024
#32
National Rank
of 51 states
Job Growth
projected
~49d
Avg Time-to-Fill
moderate competition
MODERATE COMPETITION

Kansas ranks #32 of 51 states for physician assistants with 620 providers. Average time-to-fill: ~49 days. Sign-on bonuses avg $15,000.

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Physician Assistants Salary & Compensation in Kansas

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

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

Kansas Recruiting Market Overview

Kansas ranks #32 of 51 states for physician assistants with 620 providers.

With 18.2% annual turnover, Kansas sees approximately 113 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 Kansas

How many physician assistants are in Kansas?

Kansas has 620 licensed physician assistants, ranking #32 nationally. Source: CMS NPPES NPI Registry.

What is the salary for physician assistants in Kansas?

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 Kansas a Nurse Licensure Compact state?

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

Which cities in Kansas have the most physician assistants?

The largest concentrations are in .

What is the turnover rate for physician assistants in Kansas?

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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