Pediatric Physician Assistant Jobs in Arizona
Pediatric Physician Assistant jobs in Arizona are consistently active, with demand concentrated in pediatric primary care, pediatric urgent care, and pediatric subspecialty practices across the state, at levels from new-graduate through senior clinician. Phoenix, Tucson, and Scottsdale are the state's primary hiring hubs, where large systems such as Phoenix Children's Hospital, Banner Health, and Dignity Health maintain ongoing pediatric PA needs. Subspecialties seeing the most consistent openings include pediatric emergency medicine, developmental-behavioral pediatrics, and neonatology support roles. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Position Summary: Provides culturally competent, compassionate, and high-quality patient care services to patients in support of childhood healthcare needs. Diagnoses patients through the use of appropriate tests, interpreting test results, and analyzing patient history. Provides high quality treatment by developing treatment plans and prescribing medication appropriate for each patient and condition. Maintains timely and accurate medical documentation. Assists in the supervision of medical staff within the department to ensure efficient clinical operations.
Critical Tasks:
- Conducts routine check-ups on patients within the pediatric clinic in order to monitor and assess patient health conditions and discover possible issues.
- Provides comprehensive examinations and ancillary testing; analyzes reports, test results, and medical records to diagnose conditions and prescribe appropriate pharmaceuticals, medications, and treatment options.
- Refers patients to specialists for laboratory and radiology tests as needed.
- Performs patient surgeries and procedures as needed.
- Maintains timely and accurate documentation of examination results, pediatric treatment plans, and patients’ outcomes in accordance with all regulatory and payer requirements.
- Discusses healthcare practices, techniques, test results, and procedures in lay terms to explain medical treatments to patients and patients’ families in a thorough, respected, and collaborative manner.
- Advises patients and patients’ families on lifestyle or diet changes that may improve their health conditions.
- Coordinates with other specialty areas to discuss cases that require multi-disciplinary approach.
- Responds to any questions or concerns of patients.
- Participates in staff meetings, workshops, committees, and forums as required.
- Assists in the supervision of medical assistants.
- Provides supervision and education to medical students and residents.
- May be requested to perform duties during non-routine clinic hours or at other associated clinic sites.
- Performs other job-related activities, including inpatient admission and nursing home service, as requested.
Required Qualifications:
- Graduate from an accredited program of study leading to either an M.D. or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) required.
- Current, unrestricted and valid State of Arizona license to practice medicine from the Arizona Board of Osteopathic Examiners in Medicine & Surgery. If licensed in another state, must possess such Arizona license within 1 year of hire.
- Completion of an approved ACGME Pediatric Residency program required.
- Board Certification in Pediatrics OR Board eligible and be in an active participation examination process leading to board certification.
- Current or eligible for Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) licensure on hire. Demonstrates ability to relate to diverse cultures and specifically the Gila River Community and/or other Native American cultures and community health services.
Position Summary: Provides culturally competent, compassionate, and high-quality patient care services to patients in support of childhood healthcare needs. Diagnoses patients through the use of appropriate tests, interpreting test results, and analyzing patient history. Provides high quality treatment by developing treatment plans and prescribing medication appropriate for each patient and condition. Maintains timely and accurate medical documentation. Assists in the supervision of medical staff within the department to ensure efficient clinical operations.
Critical Tasks:
- Conducts routine check-ups on patients within the pediatric clinic in order to monitor and assess patient health conditions and discover possible issues.
- Provides comprehensive examinations and ancillary testing; analyzes reports, test results, and medical records to diagnose conditions and prescribe appropriate pharmaceuticals, medications, and treatment options.
- Refers patients to specialists for laboratory and radiology tests as needed.
- Performs patient surgeries and procedures as needed.
- Maintains timely and accurate documentation of examination results, pediatric treatment plans, and patients’ outcomes in accordance with all regulatory and payer requirements.
- Discusses healthcare practices, techniques, test results, and procedures in lay terms to explain medical treatments to patients and patients’ families in a thorough, respected, and collaborative manner.
- Advises patients and patients’ families on lifestyle or diet changes that may improve their health conditions.
- Coordinates with other specialty areas to discuss cases that require multi-disciplinary approach.
- Responds to any questions or concerns of patients.
- Participates in staff meetings, workshops, committees, and forums as required.
- Assists in the supervision of medical assistants.
- Provides supervision and education to medical students and residents.
- May be requested to perform duties during non-routine clinic hours or at other associated clinic sites.
- Performs other job-related activities, including inpatient admission and nursing home service, as requested.
Required Qualifications:
- Graduate from an accredited program of study leading to either an M.D. or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) required.
- Current, unrestricted and valid State of Arizona license to practice medicine from the Arizona Board of Osteopathic Examiners in Medicine & Surgery. If licensed in another state, must possess such Arizona license within 1 year of hire.
- Completion of an approved ACGME Pediatric Residency program required.
- Board Certification in Pediatrics OR Board eligible and be in an active participation examination process leading to board certification.
- Current or eligible for Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) licensure on hire. Demonstrates ability to relate to diverse cultures and specifically the Gila River Community and/or other Native American cultures and community health services.
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Pediatric Physician Assistant Job Market in Arizona
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Who's Hiring
- Phoenix Children's11
- Gila River Health Care2
- El Rio Community Health Center2
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Arizona Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in pediatric physician assistant jobs across Arizona.
- Active Arizona physician assistant licensure issued by the Arizona Medical Board
- NCCPA certification (PANCE passage or current PA-C credential) required
- Master's degree from an ARC-PA accredited physician assistant program
- One or more years of pediatric clinical experience in a relevant care setting
- Current PALS and BLS certification from an approved provider
- Proficiency with pediatric electronic health record systems such as Epic
Pediatric Physician Assistant Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a pediatric physician assistant in Arizona?
You must complete a master's-level physician assistant program accredited by ARC-PA, then pass the PANCE national certifying exam to earn PA-C credentials. Arizona licenses physician assistants through the Arizona Medical Board, which requires a completed application, verification of education and exam results, and a background check. Applicants with licensure in another state may qualify for endorsement. Many Arizona employers in pediatric settings also expect BLS and PALS certification before the first day of clinical work.
How much do pediatric physician assistants make in Arizona?
Pediatric physician assistants in Arizona earn a median of about $134,650 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $106,030 for the lowest 10% to over $174,420 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire pediatric physician assistants in Arizona?
Employers hiring pediatric physician assistants in Arizona right now include Phoenix Children's, Gila River Health Care, and El Rio Community Health Center, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Arizona's pediatric hiring market is anchored by large children's and multispecialty systems in the Phoenix metro, with additional demand from independent pediatric practices and urgent care groups in Tucson and the East Valley.
Which Arizona cities have the most pediatric physician assistant jobs?
The cities with the most pediatric physician assistant openings in Arizona are Phoenix, Sacaton, and Tucson. Phoenix dominates the distribution because it is home to major pediatric systems like Phoenix Children's Hospital and large multispecialty networks, while Tucson's University of Arizona Health Network and Scottsdale's concentration of private specialty practices account for a steady share of postings outside the core metro.
Are there remote pediatric physician assistant jobs in Arizona?
Yes, but they're rare. Pediatric physician assistant work is inherently hands-on, requiring physical examination and direct patient contact, which limits fully remote opportunities to a narrow range of roles such as pediatric telehealth consults or care coordination. About 0% of pediatric physician assistant openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of October 2026. The portions of the role most likely to be conducted remotely are follow-up telehealth visits and administrative or prior-authorization work.
How can I get hired as a pediatric physician assistant in Arizona with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a new-graduate or post-graduate residency program, and Phoenix Children's Hospital runs one of the more established pediatric PA residency tracks in the state. Banner Health and Dignity Health also periodically post new-graduate PA openings across their Arizona pediatric and family medicine sites. Candidates coming from adjacent roles such as pediatric medical assistant, pediatric RN, or child life specialist find those backgrounds translate well in interviews. Completing your Arizona Medical Board license promptly, earning PALS certification, and documenting pediatric clinical rotation hours in your application gives new graduates a measurable edge over candidates who delay those steps.
Where can I find and apply to pediatric physician assistant jobs in Arizona?
You can find and apply to pediatric physician assistant jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current Arizona openings across hospital systems, specialty practices, and urgent care groups. Search the listings for roles that match your experience level and subspecialty interest, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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