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How much do remote physician assistant jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote physician assistant in Decatur, GA is $117,367.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $97,600.00 and $132,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Remote Physician Assistant?

A Remote Physician Assistant is a certified healthcare professional who provides medical care and support to patients through telemedicine platforms, rather than in a traditional in-person clinical setting. They conduct virtual consultations, diagnose conditions, develop treatment plans, and may prescribe medications, all while collaborating remotely with supervising physicians. This role leverages technology to expand healthcare access, especially for patients in underserved or rural areas. Remote Physician Assistants must be licensed and adhere to the same professional standards as their in-person counterparts.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Remote Physician Assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote Physician Assistant, you need a master's degree from an accredited PA program, national certification (PA-C), state licensure, and solid clinical decision-making skills. Familiarity with telemedicine platforms, electronic health records (EHRs), and secure patient communication systems is crucial. Outstanding soft skills include strong written and verbal communication, self-motivation, and adaptability to virtual care environments. These competencies ensure safe, effective, and patient-centered healthcare delivery in a remote setting.

What Does a Remote Physician Assistant Do?

As a remote physician assistant, you telecommute to assist patients with various aspects of their treatment and care plans. The remote aspect of this job also has you traveling to visit patients either at their homes or skilled nursing facilities in the local area, instead of working at a physician’s office. In this role, you work from home to take calls and emails from patients, coordinate and review treatment plans, and offer telephone triage. Other duties include providing an assessment of each patient’s progress, examining charts on your computer, identifying gaps in care plans, and answering any questions patients have.

What are some common challenges faced by remote physician assistants, and how can they be effectively managed?

Remote physician assistants often encounter challenges such as limited in-person interaction with patients and colleagues, reliance on digital communication, and the need to navigate various telemedicine platforms. To manage these, it's important to develop strong communication skills, become proficient with telehealth technologies, and maintain clear, thorough documentation. Regular virtual meetings with supervising physicians and team members also help ensure cohesive patient care and professional support.
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Physician Assistant (Cardiology)

Physician Assistant (Cardiology)

Veterans Health Administration

Atlanta, GA • On-site, Remote

$125K - $211K/yr

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago


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Job description

Summary
This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT and will remain open until September 30, 2026. The initial cut-off date for referral of eligible applicants will be June 9, 2026 with subsequent cut-off dates once a week. Eligible applications received after that date will be referred at regular intervals or as additional vacancies occur on an as-needed basis until position is filled.
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The VA Atlanta Health Care System is recruiting for a full-time Physician Assistant (Cardiology) located in Specialty Care Service. The Physician Assistant will evaluate, treat and coordinate the care of patients, under the supervision of a staff physician. The Physician Assistant reports directly to Section Chief of Cardiology. This position entails clinical and/or administrative responsibilities within Cardiology. Program activities are always evolving and may include programs as determined by facility leadership.
Duties include, but are not limited to:

  • Performs initial histories and physical examinations.
  • Provides ongoing outpatient and inpatient care for assigned patients as well as episodic patients.
  • Screens and triage outpatients to determine further needs of care.
  • Prescribes medications within defined scope of practice (including schedule II-V controlled substances). Writes orders and prescriptions as necessary for the care of the patient in accordance with Federal and State law.
  • Orders diagnostic studies such as laboratory tests, and x-rays.
  • Carries out health promotion and disease prevention activities.
  • Orders, consult notes, procedure notes, progress notes, consultation requests and administrative letters which are written by the Physician Assistant will be clearly identified as such in the written and electronic medical records.
  • Initiates and expedites requests for consultation and scheduling of special tests and studies.
  • Makes interim summaries on progress notes of the patient's medical record.
  • Provides education and counseling to patients and families for preventative care, medical conditions and use of prescribed treatment and drugs.
  • Obtains informed consent for relevant Pulmonary procedures/therapies.
  • Participates in Quality Assurance activities including Root Cause Analysis and Failure Mode Effect Analysis, tort claim review, etc.
  • Participates in protected Peer Review and pertinent peer chart review activities.
  • Participates in care line staff meetings, Specialty Care Team meetings and mandatory staff functions.
  • Determines Veteran eligibility for procedures, and consent for procedures.
  • Prepares patients for the procedure via appropriate testing, medical care, and consultations with other medical/surgical services.
  • Coordinate the in-hospital care plans and performance of procedures with various physicians and nursing services, vendors, and administration.
  • Provides in-hospital care, post-procedure care, counseling and coordinate follow-up appointments.
  • Works with administrators and regulatory bodies to assure cardiovascular procedure program quality.
  • Works closely with the Attendings and Fellows to provide recommendations and perform procedures on patients a consult placed.
  • Appropriately hand off patient care.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Telework: Not Available
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
Salary Range:
Physician Assistant-I (PA-I): $125,137 - $166,431
Physician Assistant-II (PA-II): $136,399 - $181,400
Physician Assistant-III (PA-III): $159,248 - $211,795

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Conditions of employment
  • All qualified candidates encouraged to apply. Open to U.S. Citizens but non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens.
  • All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA.
  • Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
  • Must be proficient in written and spoken English.
  • Subject to background/security investigation.
  • Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment.
  • Must pass pre-employment physical examination.
  • Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).
  • You may be required to serve a probationary period.
  • Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement.

Qualifications
Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met.
Physician Assistant Basic Requirements
  • Master's degree in any discipline or a bachelor's degree in any discipline with one year of experience as a Physician Assistant ~AND~
  • Successfully passed the PA National Certifying Exam (PANCE) (or are you in the process to taking the exam) ~AND~
  • Currently hold, or will hold, a full and unrestricted license to practice in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States or in the District of Columbia.

Grade Determinations: In addition to the basic requirements stated above, the following qualification criteria must be met in determining the appropriate grade assignment of candidates:
(1) Physician Assistant-I (PA-I)
  • Experience and Education. None beyond the basic requirements. This is the entry level for PAs.
  • Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities. The following list of knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA) present the minimum skill set expected of an Entry Level PA. This practice may include, but is not limited to:
    1. Ability to utilize the principles of PA practice in the care of assigned patients to provide appropriate care.
    2. Ability to perform patient history and physical.
    3. Ability to formulate a plan and provide treatment to the patient.
    4. Ability to provide patient care that is abreast of changing concepts and advancements in the profession.

(2) Physician Assistant-II (PA-II)
  • Experience and Education. The PA at this grade is at the intermediate grade level and has had progressively increasing responsibility and experiences as indicated in the KSAs listed below. Individuals will have demonstrated the ability to analyze and solve more complex medical problems than at the entry level grade and can utilize their training in the successful practice of patient care and participate in team problem solving. Individuals demonstrate the KSAs of PA-II intermediate level by:
    1. Two years of successful practice as a PA. OR
    2. Successful completion of a PA post-graduate residency program sponsored by VHA Office of Academic Affiliations or other postgraduate residency programs accredited by VA, ARC-PA, U.S. Armed Forces, or another accrediting agency. OR
    3. A doctoral degree in a health-related field from an accredited college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
  • Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs). PAs at this level are not required to meet each individual KSA listed below to qualify, but should be able to demonstrate, develop, or acquire those not met upon appointment for PA-II:]
    1. Skills to analyze and solve complex medical problems.
    2. Ability to function autonomously and make independent medical decisions.
    3. Skill to incorporate training and experience into the successful practice of patient care including telehealth medical care.
    4. Ability to work effectively in an interdisciplinary environment for improvement of services for patient care.
    5. Ability to practice with colleagues and peers collaboratively.

(3) Physician Assistant-III (PA-III)
  • Experience and Education. PAs at the PA-III grade are at the full performance level and lead and organize patient care independently, practice within multi- disciplinary teams, and coordinate all aspects of patient care across the health care system. They utilize advanced clinical knowledge and judgment in decision-making and evaluating outcomes. They function as experts in clinical practice and/or in areas related to the assigned roles and responsibilities, may serve as mentors for transitioning PAs, and may provide training for health care students. Individuals can demonstrate the KSAs for the full performance level by:
    1. Three years of successful practice as a PA. OR
    2. Successful completion of a PA post-graduate residency program sponsored by VHA Office of Academic Affiliations or other postgraduate residency programs accredited by VA, ARC-PA, U.S. Armed Forces, or another accrediting agency and one year of professional practice as a PA. OR
    3. A doctoral degree in a health-related field from an accredited college or university recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and one year of professional practice as a PA.
  • Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities. PAs at this level are not required to meet each individual KSA listed below to qualify, but should be able to demonstrate, develop, or acquire those not met upon appointment for PA-III:
    1. Ability to clinically evaluate facility patient care delivery systems and validate or identify barriers to safe and effective patient care.
    2. Skill to consistently demonstrate an elevated level of expertise and autonomy in diagnosing and treating seriously ill, multi-symptomatic patients through facility Focused Professional Practice Evaluation (FPPE) and Ongoing Professional Practice Evaluation (OPPE).
    3. Ability to present clinical findings and recommendations to appropriate management officials.
    4. Ability to clinically facilitate the delivery of patient care in collaboration with health professionals, health managers, and other health care personnel.
    5. Ability to implement and initiate clinical changes to established treatment protocols based upon new medical literature research findings to enhance patient delivery care for improved patient outcomes.
    6. Ability to participate clinically in the development of the PA patient care audit processes involving in-depth review and analysis of medical records.

Preferred Experience: Cardiovascular practice.
Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/.
The full performance level of this vacancy is PA III. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of PA I to PA III.
Physical Requirements: This work is mostly sedentary and requires some standing, bending and carrying light items. The incumbent must have the ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time to interact with the patients and other services.
Education
Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.
Additional information
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.
This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status.
VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply. The health-related positions in VA are covered by Title 38, and are not covered by the Schedule A excepted appointment authority.
If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement.
Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicant's criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer. For more information about the Act and the complaint process, visit Human Resources and Administration/Operations, Security, and Preparedness (HRA/OSP) at The Fair Chance Act.
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The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) is the largest integrated health care system in the United States, serving millions of Veterans each year. Located in Phoenix, AZ, and many other parts of the US, the VHA operates under the Department of Veteran Affairs, as suggested by their official website va.gov. The VHA is dedicated to providing the highest level of comprehensive care to its veterans. The organization offers a broad spectrum of medical, surgical, and rehabilitative care, including mental health services, research, and pharmacy benefits.

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