Updated 2026-04-22 · BLS OEWS May 2024

Physician Assistant jobs in Memphis, TN

301 physician assistants employed in metro (BLS May 2024) · $111,001 median · 12% below the national median.

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  • Pay data sourced from BLS OEWS May 2024.

Physician Assistant pay in Memphis, TN

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

25th pct MEDIAN 75th pct $87,055 $111,001 $135,424
25th$87,055 Median$111,001 75th$135,424 vs US12% below the national median

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

Physician Assistant pay bands in Memphis 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.

Staff Physician Assistant

Typical staff band in Memphis
Example (illustrative)
Location
Memphis, TN
Typical pay range
$102,675–$140,083
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 Memphis
Example (illustrative)
Location
Memphis, TN
Typical pay range
$97,680–$128,095
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 Memphis
Example (illustrative)
Location
Memphis, TN
Typical pay range
$102,675–$122,101
Common on
Greenhouse

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

Senior Physician Assistant

Typical senior band in Memphis
Example (illustrative)
Location
Memphis, TN
Typical pay range
$92,685–$136,087
Common on
iCIMS

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

Lead Physician Assistant

Typical lead band in Memphis
Example (illustrative)
Location
Memphis, TN
Typical pay range
$104,340–$126,097
Common on
iCIMS

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

Physician Assistant Career Ladder — Memphis Metro

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

  1. Entry Physician Assistant0–2 yrs$79,920
  2. Mid Physician Assistant2–5 yrs$105,450
  3. Senior Physician Assistant5–8 yrs$133,201
  4. Staff Physician Assistant8–12 yrs$160,951
  5. Lead Physician Assistant12+ yrs$188,701

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

Employers in the Physician Assistant hiring market in Memphis

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

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 Memphis post Physician Assistant jobs

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

What Memphis 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 Memphis, TN — Common Questions

How much does a Physician Assistant earn in Memphis, TN?
Median $111,001/yr. 25th–75th percentile runs $87,055–$135,424. Source: BLS OEWS May 2024.
How many Physician Assistant jobs are there in Memphis?
BLS OEWS May 2024 reports approximately 301 Physician Assistant roles employed in the Memphis metro. Openings turn over regularly — Jobeezy watches Greenhouse, Lever, Workday, Ashby, and iCIMS for new postings here.
Which ATS platforms do Memphis 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 Memphis and submits on your behalf — no resume uploads, no repeat forms.

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