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Kaiser Permanente · Denver, CO
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Physician Assistant jobs in Denver, CO
The CMS hospital directory lists 7 hospitals in Denver. The federal per diem for travel assignments in Denver is $194 a night for lodging and $92 a day for meals. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Denver.
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- Overall prices in Denver-Aurora-Centennial run 6% above the U.S. average (index 105.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 47% above the U.S. average (index 146.9).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
Travel assignment per diem in Denver
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $194 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $92 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $2,002 |
| 13-week assignment | $26,026 |
Travel physician assistant assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free. Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
Open Physician Assistant roles in Colorado
Nearest open roles with published pay. Your free report adds roles in Denver as they open.
PermanentPosted 9 days ago
Orthopedic Surgery APP - Total Joints (Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner)
Denver Health · Colorado
$134k–$153k/ year
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Hospitals in Denver
CMS lists 7 hospitals in Denver, 3 of the 5 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of physician assistants.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Joseph Hospital Denver, CO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Adventhealth Porter Denver, CO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Hca Healthone Rose Denver, CO | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Denver Health & Hospital Authority Denver, CO | Acute care | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Hca Healthone Presbyterian St. Lukes Denver, CO | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| National Jewish Health Denver, CO | Acute care | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Colorado Mental Health Hospital In Fort Logan Denver, CO | Psychiatric | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Denver County
HRSA lists 15 active primary care shortage designations that include Denver County (5 population-group, 10 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 19 on a 0 to 25 scale, where a higher score means a greater shortage.
Shortage areas are where demand for nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants and other clinicians is greatest. Federal loan repayment programs such as the NHSC and Nurse Corps cover some clinicians who work at eligible shortage-area sites. Eligibility is set by each program and by the site, so ask your recruiter before you plan around it.
Source: HRSA Health Professional Shortage Areas data warehouse, designated areas only. A designation can cover part of a county.
Physician Assistant pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakewood, CO | 13 mi | — | 156,868 |
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License and tax basics in Colorado
Master’s degree from an accredited PA program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Colorado requires for your role with the Colorado licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Colorado taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Denver
Denver city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
Where do physician assistants work in Denver?
CMS lists 7 hospitals in Denver, led by Saint Joseph Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Colorado license to work in Denver as a physician assistant?
Master’s degree from an accredited PA program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Colorado requires for your role with the Colorado licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Denver in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 15 active primary care shortage designations that include Denver County. Shortage areas often have more openings, and some loan repayment programs cover clinicians who work at eligible sites.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Denver?
The federal per diem benchmark in Denver is $194 a night for lodging and $92 a day for meals and incidentals, about $2,002 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Stanford Children's HealthPALO ALTO, CA · 4 postings$104.30/ hr$94–$115
- Valley Children's HealthcareMadera, CA · 3 postings$103.69/ hr$75–$123
- MarinHealthGreenbrae, CA · 4 postings$100.70/ hr$86–$108
- Sharp HealthCareLa Mesa, CA · 3 postings$92.12/ hr$80–$104
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- Orthopedic Surgery APP - Total Joints (Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner)Permanent$134k–$153k/ year
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