Hire Physician Assistants in Texas
Texas has 12,800 licensed physician assistants — ranking #2 nationally. Median salary: $133k. Healthcare jobs growing 12%.
Texas ranks #2 of 51 states for physician assistants with 12,800 providers (143 per 100K residents, 211% above the national average of 46). Houston leads with 920 providers. Average time-to-fill: ~35 days. Sign-on bonuses avg $15,000.
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Physician Assistants Salary & Compensation in Texas
To recruit mid-career physician assistants in Texas, 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 Texas
| City | Providers | Per 100K | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Houston | 920 | 40 | 2,300,000 |
| San Antonio | 600 | 40 | 1,500,000 |
| Dallas | 520 | 40 | 1,300,000 |
| Austin | 386 | 40 | 965,000 |
| Fort Worth | 368 | 40 | 920,000 |
| El Paso | 272 | 40 | 680,000 |
| Arlington | 158 | 40 | 395,000 |
| Corpus Christi | 130 | 40 | 325,000 |
| Plano | 114 | 40 | 285,000 |
| Lubbock | 104 | 40 | 260,000 |
10 cities in Texas have physician assistants data. National average: 46 per 100K residents.
Texas Recruiting Market Overview
Texas ranks #2 of 51 states for physician assistants with 12,800 providers (143 per 100K residents, 211% above the national average of 46). Houston leads with 920 providers.
Texas is a Nurse Licensure Compact state, simplifying multistate hiring. NPs require physician collaboration agreements.
With 18.2% annual turnover, Texas sees approximately 2,330 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 Texas
How many physician assistants are in Texas?
Texas has 12,800 licensed physician assistants, ranking #2 nationally with 143 per 100K residents. Source: CMS NPPES NPI Registry.
What is the salary for physician assistants in Texas?
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 Texas a Nurse Licensure Compact state?
Yes, Texas is a compact state — multistate license accepted. The compact includes 42 member states.
Which cities in Texas have the most physician assistants?
Top cities: Houston (920), San Antonio (600), Dallas (520). Houston has 40 per 100K residents.
What is the turnover rate for physician assistants in Texas?
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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