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Locum Tenens Physician Assistant Advanced Practice Jobs in California

Explore Locums Physician Assistant Opportunities in California with AMN Healthcare

Are you a Physician Assistant Advanced Practice professional seeking locums job opportunities in California? Look no further! AMN Healthcare is your trusted partner in finding temporary positions that align with your career goals. With a total of 5 Locum Tenens Physician Assistant jobs currently available, your next exciting opportunity awaits.

Competitive Compensation for Temporary Physician Assistant Jobs in California Awaits You

When it comes to compensation, AMN Healthcare ensures that our locums opportunities are both rewarding and competitive. The pay rates for our current temporary Physician Assistant Advanced Practice jobs in California range from $207k per year to $224k yearly. In the last year, average pay rate based on 53 Physician Assistant jobs in was $186k per year. As of Oct 22, 2026, the average annual salary for available locum tenens Physician Assistant jobs stands at $216k per year.

Stay Informed About California Salary Trends for Locums Physician Assistant Jobs

Understanding the salary landscape is crucial when evaluating your career options. Based on historical data from the last year of posted locums tenens Physician Assistant jobs in California, the average annual salary remains steady at $186k per year. Additionally, the highest paying job in California for a temporary Physician Assistant position in the past year reached $295k annually, illustrating the potential for substantial earnings in the Physician Assistant field.

Flexible Start Dates in California to Suit Your Schedule

AMN Healthcare recognizes the importance of flexibility in your career. As of Oct 22, 2026, we offer temp Physician Assistant jobs in California with various starting dates, including Nov 4, 2026 (5 jobs). This flexibility allows you to plan your assignments according to your preferences, making your transition into a new role seamless.

Diverse California Facilities Hiring Physician Assistant

Temporary jobs in California for Physician Assistant Advanced Practices span across various healthcare facilities, including Short Term Acute Care Hospital (27 jobs), Community (3 jobs), Urgent Care (2 jobs), Clinic (2 jobs), and Children’s Hospital (2 jobs) facilities. This diversity not only broadens your options for gaining new experience but also provides valuable networking opportunities.

Benefits of a Locums Physician Assistant Job in California

Opting for a temporary position offers unique benefits, including:

  • Variety and Adventure: Locums roles allow you to work in different settings and healthcare institutions around California, offering a diverse and enriching experience.
  • Flexibility: You have control over your schedule, enabling you to achieve a desirable work-life balance.
  • High Earning Potential: California locums positions often come with competitive pay rates, offering you the opportunity to earn a significant income while maintaining flexibility.
  • Skill Enhancement: Exposure to various healthcare environments enhances your clinical skills and adaptability.

Ready to embark on your next locums adventure? Explore our exclusive Locums Physician Assistant jobs in California on AMNHealthcare.com and take the first step towards a dynamic and rewarding career in healthcare. Your dream job is just a click away!

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Top Cities in California with Locum Tenens Physician Assistant Jobs

AMN Healthcare currently has 5 locum tenens Physician Assistant positions available in the state of California. Search the most recent jobs below, or click the button below to view all jobs.

Highest Paying Jobs in California

AMN Healthcare currently has locum tenens Physician Assistant positions available in California.
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Neurosurgery Physician Assistant (PA)
  • November 4, 2026
$107 to $116
Hourly Pay*
This facility is seeking a Neurosurgery Physician Assistant (PA) for locum tenens support as they look to fill a current need. Details and requirements for this opportunity:
  • Schedule: 10-hour shifts, 4 days per week (40 hours/week); no weekends. Day off varies based on operational needs
  • Practice Setting: Outpatient, inpatient, and Operating Room/first assist coverage.
  • Types of Cases: Neurosurgery cases with outpatient care, inpatient management, and Operating Room assist responsibilities.
  • Credentialing Timeframe: Approximately 90 days
  • Certifications Required: Must be Board Certified, must have Basic Life Support (BLS) and Drug Enforcement Administration License (DEA)
  • Licensure Required: Current Physician Assistant licensure by the State of California Physician Assistant Examining Committee
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Orthopedic Surgery Physician Assistant (PA)
  • November 4, 2026
$107 to $116
Hourly Pay*
This facility is seeking an Orthopedic Surgery Physician Assistant (PA) for locum tenens support as they look to fill a current need.     Details and requirements for this opportunity:   
  • Schedule: Monday – Friday; 8:30am-5:00pm
  • Practice Setting: Outpatient
  • Types of Cases: Typical orthopedic outpatient cases, total joints, return patients, and injections
  • Credentialing Timeframe: 60+ days
  • Electronic Medical Record (EMR): EPIC
  • Certifications Required: Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification, and a Board Certification
  • Licensure Required: Active California License 
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Neurosurgery Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (NP/PA)
  • November 4, 2026
$107 to $116
Hourly Pay*
This facility is seeking Nurse or Physician Assistant Neurosurgery for locum tenens support as they look to fill a current need.  Details and requirements for this opportunity:
  • Schedule: 7a-5p (10 hr shifts)
  • Practice Setting: Inpatient emergency
  • Credentialing Timeframe: 120 days
  • Electronic Medical Record (EMR): Cerner
  • Certifications Required: Board Certification, Basic Life Support, Advanced Cardiac Life Support
  • Licensure Required: CA License
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CV/CT Surgery Physician Assistant (PA)
  • November 4, 2026
$107 to $116
Hourly Pay*
This facility is seeking a Cardiovascular Surgery Physician Assistant (PA) for locum tenens support as they look to fill a current need. Details and requirements for this opportunity:
  • Schedule: Hospital: Monday 7:30 AM-6:00 PM
  • Clinic: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Call Schedule 6:00 PM – 7:30 AM
  • Types of Cases: Endoscopic and radial artery harvesting required, interpret electrocardiogram, X-rays, Labs, ECMO, IABP, and Impella. Rounding on inpatients post-op, first assist in surgery, and seeing patients in clinic. 
  • State Licenses: Active California state medical license, Board Certified, Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and Drug Enforcement Administration License (DEA)
  • Electronic Medical Record (EMR): EPIC
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Neurosurgery Physician Assistant (PA)
  • November 4, 2026
$107 to $116
Hourly Pay*
This facility is seeking two Neurosurgery Physician Assistants (PA's) for locum tenens support as they look to fill a current need.   Details and requirements for this opportunity: 
  • Schedule: 10 hour shifts, 4 days a week. No nights. No weekends – day off depends on operational need
  • Practice Setting: In-Patient and Out-Patient
  • Types of Cases: The provider will manage new patient consults, pre-operative evaluations, History & Physicals, inpatient rounding, surgical assisting, discharges, and post-operative follow-ups across both the clinic and hospital settings. Experience with spine surgery patients and inpatient neurosurgical care is highly preferred.
  • Credentialing Timeframe: 90 days
  • Electronic Medical Record (EMR): Cerner
  • Certifications Required: Must be National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA), must have Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Licensure Required: Active California License, Drug Enforcement Administration License (DEA)
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Statistics on Physician Assistant Locums Jobs in California

At AMN Healthcare, we try to provide you with the data you need to make a decision about working a Physician Assistant locum tenens job in California. We’ve compiled information about salary ranges and trends over the last 3 months, along with other important statistics about types of healthcare facilities offering work in California so you have the latest at your fingertips.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Locum Tenens Physician Assistant Jobs in California

How many locums Physician Assistant jobs are currently available in California?

As of Oct 22, 2026, AMN Healthcare currently has 5 exclusive travel Physician Assistant job opportunities waiting for you in California.

What is the salary range for locum tenens Physician Assistant jobs in California?

The pay rates for the available locums Physician Assistant Advanced Practice jobs in California range from $137k to $295k per year, providing competitive compensation options.

What is the average annual salary for Physician Assistant locums positions in California?

As of Oct 22, 2026, the average annual salary based on 58 locum tenens Physician Assistant jobs in California is $186k yearly, ensuring you are fairly rewarded for your expertise.

Can you tell me about historical salary trends in California for travel Physician Assistant positions?

Based on historical data from the last year, the average annual salary for locum tenens Physician Assistant jobs in California was $186k per year. The highest-paying locums position in California in the past year reached $295k annually, showcasing the potential for substantial earnings.

Are there flexible start dates available for these California Physician Assistant jobs?

Yes, as of Oct 22, 2026, AMN Healthcare offers locum tenens Physician Assistant Advanced Practice jobs in California with various starting dates to accommodate your schedule. Some options include a start date of Nov 4, 2026 (5 jobs).

What types of healthcare facilities offer locum tenens Physician Assistant jobs in California?

Our locum tenens Physician Assistant opportunities in California span across diverse healthcare settings, including Short Term Acute Care Hospital (27 jobs), Community (3 jobs), Urgent Care (2 jobs), Clinic (2 jobs), and Children’s Hospital (2 jobs).

What locums Physician Assistant jobs are available at Urgent Care facilities in California?

AMN Healthcare has 1 locums Physician Assistant jobs at Urgent Care facilities in California with pay ranging from $207k to $224k per year as of Oct 22, 2026.

Are there locums Physician Assistant jobs available at Short Term Acute Care Hospital facilities in California?

AMN Healthcare has 1 locums Physician Assistant Advanced Practice jobs at Short Term Acute Care Hospital facilities in California with pay ranging from $207k to $224k per year as of Oct 22, 2026.

How can I find out when new locums jobs open in California?

New locums positions in California are added as healthcare facilities post them, so openings can change quickly. Download the AMN Passport app or create an AMN Healthcare profile to set job alerts, save searches, and get notified when roles that match your experience become available. An AMN recruiter can also let you know about upcoming opportunities.

Places in or Nearby California Where Locums Physician Assistant Jobs Are Located

In California, facilities like Kaiser Permanente – Lancaster Medical Office Building, Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center and Mercy Medical Center Redding all have departments that hire for locum tenens Physician Assistant jobs. These facilities are nearby to cities like Lancaster, San Diego and Redding (zip code 96001).

Other nearby states to California that offer Physician Assistant Advanced Practices jobs are Utah (455.4 miles, Zip Codes 84044, 84403, 84108), Washington (709.2 miles, Zip Codes 98604, 99133, 98112) and Montana (845 miles, Zip Codes 59047). These are near to zip codes: 84044 (455.4 miles).

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Healthcare Facilities in California that Offer Locums Physician Assistant Jobs

These are just examples of some of the healthcare facilities in and around the California area that have historically offered travel jobs for Physician Assistant professionals.

Amn Healthcare Inc
This non-clinical facility at 300 Pasteur Drive in Palo Alto, CA, near the Southgate and College Terrace neighborhoods, lists advanced practice and physician professions on staff. As a non-clinical facility, its operations are administrative and support-focused rather than direct patient care, with clinicians in the listed professions typically involved in oversight, program development, or clinical leadership functions.
300 Pasteur Drive, Palo Alto, CA 94304
Children’s Hospital Los Angeles
Magnet 2022
Children’s Hospital Los Angeles is a children’s hospital at 4650 W. Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, CA, near the Los Feliz and Silver Lake neighborhoods and magnet-designated since 2022. Clinical departments include neonatal, pediatric critical care/intensivist, surgical, pediatrics and cardiology, and the facility reports physician and advanced practice clinicians among its core professions.
4650 W. SUNSET BLVD., LOS ANGELES, CA 90027
Departments
Cardiology, Pedi, Surgical, Neonatal, and Pediatrics, Critical Care-Intensivist
Desert Regional Medical Center
Desert Regional Medical Center is a short-term acute care hospital located at 1150 N Indian Canyon Way in Palm Springs, CA, near Mahoney Trailer Park and Dorado Mobile Home Park. Clinical departments include Telemetry, Neurology, ICU and PCU, and the facility’s clinical staff categories list Nursing, Physician and Advanced Practice.
1150 N Indian Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262
Departments
Neurology, Telemetry, PCU, and ICU
Shifts: 12 D and 12 N
Dominican Hospital
TJC
Non-Profit
Dominican Hospital is a short-term acute care hospital located at 1555 Soquel Drive in Santa Cruz, CA, near the Allegro Heights neighborhood; it was established in 1966 and operates as a non-profit accredited by TJC with 222 beds. Clinical capacity includes seven operating rooms, two cardiac catheterization labs, two endoscopy rooms and a broad set of inpatient and specialty departments such as ICU/CCU, CVICU, surgical services (including open heart/cardiothoracic and neurosurgical), NICU and neonatal services, labor and delivery/OB, oncology, rehabilitation and outpatient surgery. Reported professions on-site include physicians, nursing, advanced practice clinicians, allied health and support services, and the facility hosts multiple residency program types (Allopathic, Osteopathic, Dental, Podiatric and Other). The workforce is equivalent to approximately 1,166 full-time positions.
1555 Soquel Drive, SANTA CRUZ, CA 95065
222 certified beds 7 operating rooms Established 1966
SERVICES
Pharmacy
Acute Renal Dialysis
Anesthesia
Chemotherapy
Clinical Laboratory
Departments
MS, Laboratory, House Supervisor, Nuclear Medicine, Diagnostic, Hospitalist, ER, Case Manager, Adult, Telemetry, OB/GYN, Oncology, Home Health, Radiology, Vascular, PCU, OR, CVICU, Labor & Delivery, Computed Tomography, ICU, Cath Lab, NICU, Postpartum, Acute, PACU, Echo, Diagnostic Radiology, Cardiac Catheterization Lab, Open Heart / Cardiothoracic Surgery, CARF Inpatient Rehabilitation, Coronary Care Unit (CCU), Emergency Department, Emergency Psychiatric, Gerontological Specialty, Inpatient Surgical, Intensive Care Unit (Medical/Surgical ICU), Neonatal ICU (NICU), Neonatal Nursery, Neurosurgical, Obstetrics (OB/L&D), Ophthalmic Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery (Hospital), Outpatient Rehabilitation, Outpatient Surgery, Pediatric, Reconstructive Surgery, Surgical ICU, Psychiatric Unit, and Rehabilitation Unit
Shifts: 8 D, 8 E, 8 N, 10 D, 10 E, 10 N, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Durations: 13 wks and 16 wks
Garfield Specialty Center
Garfield Specialty Center is a clinic at 5893 Copley Dr., San Diego, CA, near North Clairemont and University City, with departments in skilled nursing, gastroenterology, and primary care. The facility’s clinical staff includes nursing, advanced practice, allied health professionals, and physicians.
5893 Copley Dr., San Diego, CA 92111
Departments
Skilled Nursing, Gastroenterology, and Primary Care
Shifts: 8 D, 9 D, and 10 D
Kaiser Permanente – Fontana Medical Center
Kaiser Permanente – Fontana Medical Center is a short-term acute care hospital located at 9961 Sierra Ave in Fontana, CA, near Declez and South Fontana. Clinical departments include Dermatology, OB/GYN, Surgical services, Oncology, Mammography, Pediatrics, and Magnetic Resonance Imaging. Care is provided by allied health professionals, physicians, and advanced practice clinicians. As a short-term acute care hospital, the facility delivers episodic inpatient and outpatient medical and surgical care supported by those clinical teams.
9961 Sierra Ave, Fontana, CA 92335
Departments
Pedi, Surgical, Dermatology, OB/GYN, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Mammography, and Oncology
Shifts: 8 E
Kaiser Permanente – Lancaster Medical Office Building
Kaiser Permanente – Lancaster Medical Office Building is an urgent care center located at 43112 15th St W, Lancaster, CA. Departments on site include Orthopedic, Pediatrics, OB/GYN and Family medicine, and the clinical staff categories listed are physicians and advanced practice clinicians. As an urgent care center, the facility provides episodic outpatient evaluation and short-term management across those departments, typically delivered by physicians working alongside advanced practice providers.
43112 15th St W, Lancaster, CA 93534
Departments
Orthopedic, OB/GYN, Pedi, and Family
Kaiser Permanente – Los Angeles Medical Center
Kaiser Permanente – Los Angeles Medical Center is a short-term acute care hospital located at 4867 W Sunset Blvd in Los Angeles, CA, near the Los Feliz and Silver Lake neighborhoods. Clinical departments include Hospitalist, Surgical Technologist — Operating Room, Pediatric Anesthesiology, CVOR, and Adult Psych/Mental Health, and the facility lists physicians, advanced practice clinicians, nurses, and allied health professionals among its clinical staff. As a short-term acute care hospital, the facility provides inpatient and operative services staffed by multidisciplinary clinical teams typical for this level of care.
4867 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90027
Departments
CVOR, Surgical Technologist – Operating Room, Hospitalist, Psych/Mental Health, Adult, and Pediatric Anesthesiology
Shifts: 8 D, 8 E, 8 N, and 9 D
Kaiser Permanente – Orange County Irvine Medical Center
Kaiser Permanente – Orange County Irvine Medical Center is a short-term acute care hospital located at 6640 Alton Parkway in Irvine, CA, near East Irvine and The Meadows. Departments include ER, PACU, Labor & Delivery, skilled nursing and OB/GYN sonography. The clinical staff mix comprises physicians, advanced practice clinicians, nursing and allied health professionals. As a short-term acute care hospital, the facility provides inpatient and perioperative services supported by emergency, maternal-newborn and diagnostic imaging capabilities.
6640 Alton Parkway, IRVINE, CA 92618
Departments
PACU, ER, Sonography – OB/GYN, Labor & Delivery, and Skilled Nursing
Shifts: 12 D and 12 N
Kaiser Permanente – Panorama City Medical Center
Kaiser Permanente – Panorama City Medical Center is a short-term acute care hospital located at 13651 Willard St in Panorama City, CA. Clinical departments include Gastroenterology, PCU, Maternal Newborn, and Oncology, and the facility’s clinical staff categories include Advanced Practice, Nursing, and Physician. As a short-term acute care hospital, it provides the inpatient and specialty clinical services typical of this facility type, delivered by physicians, nurses, and advanced practice clinicians.
13651 Willard St, Panorama City, CA 91402
Departments
Oncology, Gastroenterology, Maternal Newborn, and PCU
Shifts: 12 D and 12 N

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