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Locum Tenens PA - Orthopedic Surgery Position in CA

CompHealthSacramento, CAPhysician Assistant

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Agency
CompHealth
Location
Sacramento, CA
Job type
Physician Assistant
Profession
Physician Assistant
Industry
Nursing & Healthcare
Posted
Aug 21, 2026

Typical pay

Median hourly (California)
$79.64
Median weekly (40 h)
$3,186
Median yearly
$165,651

CompHealth doesn't list the pay for this job. Physician Assistant jobs in California pay a median of $79.64/hour; travel and locum contracts usually pay more because they add housing and travel stipends. Ask the recruiter for the exact rate when you apply.

Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.

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  • Typical Physician Assistant pay in California: $79.64/hour ($165,651/year, BLS).
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Job description

When it comes to finding the perfect locums assignment, sometimes it is all about who you know. CompHealth has been around for a long time and have a vast network of connections to facilities across the nation. Let one of our recruiters leverage this network to help you get ahead of the curve and find the assignment that's just right for you.
  • 4 days per week, 10-hour day shifts -- rotating schedule Monday - Sunday
  • Approximately 10 - 12 patients per day
  • Hospital-based inpatient orthopedic/spine service
  • Postoperative assessment and clinical management required
  • Interdisciplinary care coordination and discharge planning experience needed
  • Approximately 13 weeks with potential extension.
  • We provide complimentary housing and travel
  • We arrange and cover costs for licensing and malpractice
  • We simplify the credentialing and privileging process
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and a 401(K) plan
  • Your personal recruiter handles every detail, 24/7

85.00 to 113.00 - hourly
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