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Physician Assistants in Arkansas

Physician assistants provide healthcare services under physician supervision, including conducting physical exams, diagnosing conditions, and treating patients. They work in hospitals, clinics, private practices, and other medical settings across various specialties In Arkansas the median pay is $118,430 a year, 13% below the national median of $135,880.

$118,430median pay in Arkansas, per year
$103,810–$133,270middle half earn
850employed in Arkansas
$135,880U.S. median, for comparison
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Who is hiring in Arkansas

862open roles like this on employer career sites, 43 in Arkansas or remote
45employers hiring
421posted in the last 7 days
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Openings in Arkansas and remote

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What it takes

Preparation: Extensive preparation (graduate degree and/or many years of experience). Most hold a master’s degree.

Skills that matter most

Reading ComprehensionCritical ThinkingActive ListeningWritingSpeakingSocial PerceptivenessService OrientationJudgment and Decision Making

Knowledge areas

Medicine and DentistryBiologyEnglish LanguagePsychologyTherapy and CounselingCustomer and Personal Service

Full profile, interests that fit, certifications and training: Physician Assistants.

Licenses and training in Arkansas

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O*NET-SOC 29-1071.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, Arkansas, annual.