Updated 2026-04-22 · BLS OEWS May 2024

Physician Assistant jobs in Lincoln, NE

123 physician assistants employed in metro (BLS May 2024) · $114,156 median · 9% below the national median.

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  • Pay data sourced from BLS OEWS May 2024.

Physician Assistant pay in Lincoln, NE

The band below shows the 25th–75th percentile range for this occupation in the Lincoln metro. Half of Physician Assistants earn inside that band.

25th pct MEDIAN 75th pct $89,772 $114,156 $136,077
25th$89,772 Median$114,156 75th$136,077 vs US9% below the national median

Source: BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics, May 2024 OEWS estimates. Full Physician Assistant salary guide →

Physician Assistant pay bands in Lincoln by seniority

The cards below are illustrative pay-band examples — not live postings. Each shows the typical salary range you can expect at that seniority level, derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro. When Jobeezy matches you to a real opening, we auto-apply on your behalf.

Lead Physician Assistant

Typical lead band in Lincoln
Example (illustrative)
Location
Lincoln, NE
Typical pay range
$109,018–$139,955
Common on
iCIMS

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Staff Physician Assistant

Typical staff band in Lincoln
Example (illustrative)
Location
Lincoln, NE
Typical pay range
$105,594–$131,736
Common on
Workday

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Mid Level Physician Assistant

Typical mid level band in Lincoln
Example (illustrative)
Location
Lincoln, NE
Typical pay range
$98,744–$144,064
Common on
Ashby

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Entry Level Physician Assistant

Typical entry level band in Lincoln
Example (illustrative)
Location
Lincoln, NE
Typical pay range
$102,169–$137,900
Common on
Lever

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Staff Physician Assistant

Typical staff band in Lincoln
Example (illustrative)
Location
Lincoln, NE
Typical pay range
$95,320–$142,010
Common on
Workday

Illustrative pay-band example. Not a live posting — figures derived from BLS OEWS May 2024 medians for this metro.

Physician Assistant Career Ladder — Lincoln Metro

Expected pay at each step, scaled to Lincoln’s median. Your actual offer depends on employer, sub-specialty, and interview performance.

  1. Entry Physician Assistant0–2 yrs$82,192
  2. Mid Physician Assistant2–5 yrs$108,448
  3. Senior Physician Assistant5–8 yrs$136,987
  4. Staff Physician Assistant8–12 yrs$165,526
  5. Lead Physician Assistant12+ yrs$194,065

Multipliers calibrated against BLS OEWS May 2024 occupational percentiles for 15-xxxx codes.

Employers in the Physician Assistant hiring market in Lincoln

  • Ascension
  • Tenet
  • HCA Healthcare
  • CommonSpirit
  • Mercy Health

Representative large employers for this occupation industry. Jobeezy auto-applies when any qualifying opening posts at these or other employers on Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, or iCIMS.

How employers in Lincoln post Physician Assistant jobs

Employers in the Lincoln metro typically post Physician Assistant roles through one of five applicant tracking systems. Pick the guide that matches where you’re applying:

What Lincoln Employers Actually Ask Physician Assistants

Pulled from O*NET work-activities and real interview patterns for this occupation. Practice all four with Jobeezy’s InterviewRide drills.

  • Technical

    Walk me through your day-to-day workflow in this role. How do you structure your time?

    Evaluates time management, self-organization, and maturity in the role. Look for clear priorities and discipline.

  • Technical

    What metrics do you use to measure your own performance in this position?

    Tests ownership and accountability. Good answers connect personal output to team and business outcomes.

  • Technical

    How do you stay current with changes in your field?

    Learning agility signal. Regular reading, communities of practice, certifications, peer networks.

  • Technical

    Describe the most complex project you've worked on in this field. What was your specific contribution?

    Depth probe. Interviewers check scope, ownership, and technical or domain sophistication.

Physician Assistant in Lincoln, NE — Common Questions

How much does a Physician Assistant earn in Lincoln, NE?
Median $114,156/yr. 25th–75th percentile runs $89,772–$136,077. Source: BLS OEWS May 2024.
How many Physician Assistant jobs are there in Lincoln?
BLS OEWS May 2024 reports approximately 123 Physician Assistant roles employed in the Lincoln metro. Openings turn over regularly — Jobeezy watches Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS for new postings here.
Which ATS platforms do Lincoln employers use for Physician Assistant?
Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS account for the vast majority. Jobeezy reads all five directly so you can apply in one tap.
Does Jobeezy apply to Physician Assistant jobs for me?
Yes. Jobeezy matches your profile to Physician Assistant openings in Lincoln and submits on your behalf — no resume uploads, no repeat forms.

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