Hire Physician Assistants in New York
New York has 10,500 licensed physician assistants — ranking #3 nationally. Median salary: $133k. Healthcare jobs growing 5%.
New York ranks #3 of 51 states for physician assistants with 10,500 providers (65 per 100K residents, 41% above the national average of 46). New York leads with 3,360 providers. Average time-to-fill: ~35 days. Sign-on bonuses avg $15,000.
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Physician Assistants Salary & Compensation in New York
To recruit mid-career physician assistants in New York, target offers at $139,671+. Sign-on bonuses averaging $15,000 can help close competitive candidates. (Source: BLS OOH)
Physician Assistants Supply by City in New York
| City | Providers | Per 100K | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York | 3,360 | 40 | 8,400,000 |
| Brooklyn | 1,040 | 40 | 2,600,000 |
| Queens | 920 | 40 | 2,300,000 |
| Bronx | 560 | 40 | 1,400,000 |
| Staten Island | 190 | 40 | 475,000 |
| Buffalo | 102 | 40 | 255,000 |
| Rochester | 82 | 40 | 206,000 |
| Yonkers | 80 | 40 | 200,000 |
| Syracuse | 57 | 40 | 142,000 |
| Albany | 39 | 40 | 97,000 |
10 cities in New York have physician assistants data. National average: 46 per 100K residents.
New York Recruiting Market Overview
New York ranks #3 of 51 states for physician assistants with 10,500 providers (65 per 100K residents, 41% above the national average of 46). New York leads with 3,360 providers.
New York is not a compact state — individual licensure required. NPs have full practice authority.
With 18.2% annual turnover, New York sees approximately 1,911 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 ~35 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 New York
How many physician assistants are in New York?
New York has 10,500 licensed physician assistants, ranking #3 nationally with 65 per 100K residents. Source: CMS NPPES NPI Registry.
What is the salary for physician assistants in New York?
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 New York a Nurse Licensure Compact state?
No, New York requires individual state licensure. The compact includes 42 member states.
Which cities in New York have the most physician assistants?
Top cities: New York (3,360), Brooklyn (1,040), Queens (920). New York has 40 per 100K residents.
What is the turnover rate for physician assistants in New York?
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 ~35 days (low competition). Hospital credentialing adds 60-120 days. Start the process early to avoid staffing gaps.
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