Dr. Bill Durst

Physician Assistant · Ocean State Urgent Care

Physician Assistant Foster, RI

Overview

Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Gender
Male

Experience

Physician AssistantCurrent
Ocean State Urgent Care
Foster, RI

Education

Saint Louis University
BMS; PA
1979 – 1981
Weston College School of Theology
Boston College
Master of Science (MS)
Boston College
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
1960 – 1964

Skills

Emergency Medicine Acls Critical Care Hospitals Urgent Care Pals Pediatrics Medicine Healthcare Management Suturing Healthcare Information Technology Internal Medicine Patient Safety Wound Care Healthcare

Professional Overview

Dr. Bill Durst is a Physician Assistant, currently affiliated with Ocean State Urgent Care, based in Foster, RI. As a physician assistant, Dr. Durst contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Foster, RI. Dr. Durst holds academic credentials, including BMS; PA and Master of Science (MS), from Saint Louis University and Weston College School of Theology. Core competencies include Emergency Medicine, Acls, Critical Care, Hospitals, Urgent Care. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit physician assistant professionals can use HealthTal to access direct email addresses and personal phone numbers compiled from public LinkedIn profile data and public licensing data in the NPI registry. Direct outreach to physician assistant specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Foster, RI healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

Position in HealthTal Database

  • 24,151 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the Physician Assistant specialty. Bill Durst is one of them.
  • 94 Physician Assistants are based in RI (out of 6,234 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 3 contacts at Ocean State Urgent Care are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical Physician Assistant compensation in RI: $114,000 – $172,000 (median $135,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of Physician Assistants in RI: Kent Hospital (5), Lifespan (5), University Orthopedics (4).
  • 85% of Physician Assistants in RI have education credentials on file.

Data refreshed November 2026.

Recruiting Physician Assistant

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Bill Durst located?

Dr. Bill Durst is based in Foster, RI. They are currently affiliated with Ocean State Urgent Care.

What is Dr. Bill Durst's specialty?

Dr. Bill Durst specializes in Physician Assistant. Their current role is Physician Assistant.

Where does Dr. Bill Durst currently work?

Dr. Bill Durst currently works at Ocean State Urgent Care.

What is Dr. Bill Durst's educational background?

Dr. Bill Durst attended Saint Louis University and Weston College School of Theology.

How do I contact Dr. Bill Durst for recruiting?

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How do I recruit a Physician Assistant?

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What is the average salary for a Physician Assistant in RI?

Physician Assistants in RI typically earn $114,000 to $172,000 annually, with a median of $135,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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