Much of the work they do was formerly limited to physicians. These tasks will vary according to state laws and the practices of the supervising physician. Those working in hospitals and medical offices earn slightly more than those working in clinics.
PAs are well compensated compared with other occupations that have similar training requirements.
Prospects Employment for PAs is expected to grow much faster than the average for all occupations. A 46.4 percent increase in the number of new jobs is projected through the year 2006. In fact, job growth is projected to outpace the number of potential employees entering this occupation by as much as 9 percent. Most PAs earn a bachelor's degree that includes two years of science courses and then enroll in an accredited PA program. Most of these programs last about two years.