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How much do physician assistant pre admission testing jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for physician assistant pre admission testing in the United States is $120,212.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $100,000.00 and $135,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a physician assistant in pre admission testing do?

A Physician Assistant (PA) in Pre Admission Testing is responsible for evaluating patients before they undergo surgical or medical procedures. They review medical histories, conduct physical exams, order and interpret diagnostic tests, and ensure that patients are medically cleared for their scheduled procedures. PAs in this role work closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals to identify and address any potential risks, helping to ensure patient safety and optimal outcomes. Their assessments help streamline the admission process and reduce delays or cancellations on the day of surgery.

How does a physician assistant in pre admission testing collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure patient readiness for procedures?

As a Physician Assistant in Pre Admission Testing, you work closely with anesthesiologists, surgeons, primary care providers, and nursing staff to assess and optimize patients before surgery or procedures. Your responsibilities include conducting patient interviews, reviewing medical histories, ordering and interpreting necessary lab tests, and communicating findings or concerns to the surgical team. Effective collaboration and clear documentation are essential, as you serve as a key liaison to ensure all preoperative requirements are met and patient safety is prioritized. This role often involves direct patient education and addressing questions or anxieties about upcoming procedures.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a physician assistant in pre admission testing, and why are they important?

To excel as a Physician Assistant in Pre Admission Testing, you need a robust medical education (typically a master's degree and PA-C certification), clinical assessment skills, and a deep understanding of perioperative care. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs), preoperative testing protocols, and diagnostic tools is essential. Excellent communication, attention to detail, and teamwork abilities help ensure clear patient instructions and smooth collaboration with surgical and anesthesia teams. These skills are vital for optimizing patient safety, minimizing surgical risks, and supporting efficient preoperative workflows.

What is the difference between Physician Assistant Pre Admission Testing vs Physician Assistant?

AspectPhysician Assistant Pre Admission TestingPhysician Assistant
CredentialsTypically involves assessments of academic and clinical readiness, not requiring specific certificationsRequires a master's degree from an accredited PA program and certification (PANCE)
Work EnvironmentPre-admission settings, testing centers, or academic institutionsHospitals, clinics, outpatient facilities, and various healthcare settings
Employer & Industry UsageEducational institutions, testing agencies, or healthcare programsHealthcare providers, hospitals, clinics, and medical practices

Physician Assistant Pre Admission Testing focuses on evaluating applicants' readiness for PA programs, while Physician Assistants are licensed healthcare providers delivering patient care. The two roles differ mainly in purpose and setting, with the former centered on assessment and the latter on clinical practice.

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Infographic showing various Physician Assistant Pre Admission Testing job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $120,212 per year, or $57.8 per hour.

Registered Nurse - Pre-Admission Testing

Surgery Partners

Durango, CO • On-site

$30.14 - $54/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 16 days ago

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Job description

Job Title: Registered Nurse - Preadmission
Job Summary: The Pre-Admission Testing (PAT) Registered Nurse serves as a key coordinator in the surgical care continuum, responsible for assessing, educating, and preparing patients for safe surgical and procedural interventions. Through comprehensive pre-operative nursing assessments, chart review, risk screening, patient education, and interdisciplinary collaboration, the PAT RN identifies potential clinical concerns, facilitates medical optimization, and ensures all necessary pre-operative requirements are completed prior to the day of surgery.
The PAT RN functions as a liaison between patients, surgeons, anesthesia providers, internal medicine providers, and hospital departments to promote patient safety, regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, and exceptional patient experiences. This role requires strong clinical judgment, critical thinking, organization, communication, and attention to detail while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced ambulatory setting.
Reports to: Department Manager | Director of Patient Care Services
Hourly range: $30.14 - $54.00(posted hourly range excludes overtime and bonuses which are not guaranteed)
Essential Job Functions:
Clinical Assessment & Patient Preparation
  • Conduct comprehensive pre-operative nursing assessments, including review of health history, medications, allergies, surgical history, anesthesia history, and current health status.

  • Identify actual or potential perioperative risks and communicate findings to the appropriate providers for review and intervention.

  • Review laboratory results, diagnostic testing, medical clearances, and supporting clinical documentation to ensure readiness for surgery.

  • Collaborate with anesthesia, surgeons, internal medicine providers, and other disciplines to facilitate medical optimization prior to surgery.

  • Ensure all required pre-operative testing, consultations, documentation, and authorizations are completed according to organizational and regulatory requirements.

  • Escalate clinical concerns and facilitate timely resolution of issues that may impact patient safety or surgical scheduling.

Care Coordination
  • Serve as the primary coordinator of the pre-admission process for assigned patients.

  • Facilitate communication among patients, provider offices, anesthesia, nursing, registration, laboratory, radiology, and ancillary departments.

  • Track and manage outstanding pre-operative requirements to ensure completion before the scheduled procedure date.

  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation within the electronic health record.

  • Assist in identifying workflow inefficiencies and participate in process improvement initiatives.

Patient Education
  • Provide individualized pre-operative education regarding surgical preparation, medication management, fasting requirements, arrival instructions, discharge planning, and post-operative expectations.

  • Assess patient understanding and readiness for surgery utilizing appropriate teaching methods.

  • Ensure patient and family questions are addressed and communicated to appropriate providers when needed.

  • Promote patient engagement and informed participation in their care.

Professional Nursing Practice
  • Utilize the nursing process and evidence-based practice principles in assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care needs within the pre-operative setting.

  • Demonstrate sound clinical judgment and critical thinking when identifying patient risks and determining appropriate interventions.

  • Apply age-specific, cultural, developmental, and psychosocial considerations when caring for patients across the lifespan.

  • Maintain competency in perioperative and pre-admission nursing standards, regulatory requirements, and organizational policies.

Quality, Safety & Compliance
  • Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and performance improvement initiatives.

  • Ensure compliance with hospital policies, accreditation standards, CMS requirements, and applicable state and federal regulations.

  • Protect patient confidentiality and maintain compliance with HIPAA and organizational privacy standards.

  • Identify and report safety concerns, process gaps, and opportunities for improvement.

Communication & Collaboration
  • Maintain professional and collaborative working relationships with patients, families, physicians, providers, and interdisciplinary team members.

  • Demonstrate effective verbal, written, and electronic communication skills.

  • Utilize departmental and organizational communication systems effectively, including email, electronic health records, and internal communication platforms.

  • Participate in meetings, education, and organizational initiatives as required.

  • Applies the principles and values of customer service and continuous quality improvement while performing day-to-day activities of the position.

  • Maintains and protects confidentiality regarding all aspects of patient care, personnel and strategic issues. Adheres to Confidentiality Policy.

  • Maintains positive attitude and working relationships that fosters a cooperative work environment. Adheres to the hospital's Guidelines for Appropriate Conduct in the HR Manual.

  • Displays honesty and mutual respect when communicating with peers and other departments.

  • Follows through on problems that may compromise effective job performance by using appropriate chain of command.

Additional Duties:
  • Demonstrates the spirit of the philosophy, mission, and values of the hospital through words and actions and implements them into departmental processes, programs, and the working environment.

  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:
Education: Graduation from accredited school of nursing. Bachelor of Science in Nursing is preferred.
Certification, Licensure: Current RN License. BLS Certification
Experience, Training, Knowledge: Minimum one (1) year acute care nursing experience required. Previous experience in perioperative services, pre-admission testing, ambulatory surgery, PACU, ICU, ED, or medical-surgical nursing preferred.
Animas Surgical Hospital offers a competitive benefits package including but not limited to health, dental, vision, & life insurance and 401k with employer matching.
Animas Surgical Hospital is a drug free workplace and performs a pre-employment drug screen which includes marijuana.
Physical Requirements:
Position requires lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling up to fifty (50) pounds while administering patient care; stooping, kneeling and/or crouching; standing and walking five (5) or more hours per day; reaching, grasping, and handling and/or feeling five (5) or more hours per day. Visual acuity to correctly distinguish skin tone variations, evidence of IV infiltration, infection and to read telemetry, blood pressure gauges, etc.; audio acuity to correctly distinguish various body sounds, i.e. respirators, heart sounds, bowel sounds and to discern sounds made by various types of machinery or equipment which would indicate dangerous or improper operation.
Working Conditions/Environmental Exposures:
Environmental hazards such as chemicals, solvents, needles, needle containers, sharps, blood, body fluids, various infectious/communicable diseases, infectious medical waste, radiation, and/or radioactive materials and/or radioactive waste, proximity to moving mechanical parts. Protective clothing/equipment may be necessary.
ASH IMMUNIZATIONS AND VACCINATIONS REQUIREMENTS - Aligns with CDC's Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) for Healthcare Personnel
  • Hepatitis B- Lab evidence of immunity (titer) to Hepatitis B or three doses Hep B vaccine at appropriate intervals

  • Influenza- documentation of current seasonal flu vaccine (mandatory from November 1st through March 31st each year)

  • Measles, Mumps, and Rubella - Lab evidence of immunity (titer) to Measles, Mumps, and Rubella or 2 doses of MMR Vaccination

  • Varicella (chickenpox) - Lab evidence of immunity (titer) to Varicella or 2 doses of Varicella Vaccine

  • Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis (Tdap) - documented proof of immunization

  • Tuberculosis Screening - Documentation of a two-step TB skin test within the past year OR lab verification of a negative TB Gold or T-Spot tuberculin test within the past 6 months

* VACCINE RECORDS OR EVIDENCE OF IMMUNITY ARE REQUIRED PRIOR TO 1ST DAY OF SCHEDULED WORK
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.
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