PermanentPosted 9 days ago
Physician Assistant
Veterans Health Administration · Kansas City, MO
$98k–$186k/ year
Physician Assistant jobs in St. Joseph, MO
Physician Assistants in Missouri earn a median of $66.92 per hour, about $139,200 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $55.16 and $75.25. That is 4% above the U.S. median of $64.07 per hour. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in St. Joseph. Tell us your role and we email current openings near St. Joseph.
- $66.92median pay per hour, Missouri
- $55–$75typical range per hour
- 86cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Physician Assistant pay in St. Joseph, MO
Nationally the median is $64.07 per hour. BLS counts about 1,650 physician assistants employed in Missouri.
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $47.33 | $98,450 | 26% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $55.16 | $114,730 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Median | $66.92 | $139,200 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $75.25 | $156,520 | 17% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $80.77 | $168,000 | 26% above U.S. median |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Physician Assistants (SOC 29-1071), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in St. Joseph
- Overall prices in St. Joseph run 14% below the U.S. average (index 86.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 45% below the U.S. average (index 55.4).
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.
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Estimated weekly gross$2,409
- Per year: $120,456
- Per month: $10,038
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for Missouri. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in St. Joseph
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $110 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,246 |
| 13-week assignment | $16,198 |
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 (this is the standard rate that applies here). 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 Missouri
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PermanentPosted 28 days ago
Advanced Practice Provider - Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
Shriners Hospitals for Children · St. Louis, MO
$92k–$147k/ year
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Hospitals in St. Joseph
CMS lists 2 hospitals in St. Joseph, 1 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of physician assistants.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mosaic Life Care At St Joseph Saint Joseph, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Northwest Missouri Psychiatric Rehab Ctr Saint Joseph, MO | Psychiatric | Government and federal | 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 Buchanan County
HRSA lists 3 active primary care shortage designations that include Buchanan County (1 population-group, 2 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 20 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas City, KS | 44 mi | $61.87/hr | 156,752 |
| Kansas City, MO | 46 mi | $61.87/hr | 516,032 |
| Shawnee, KS | 51 mi | $61.87/hr | 69,724 |
| Independence, MO | 53 mi | $61.87/hr | 121,629 |
| Lenexa, KS | 55 mi | $61.87/hr | 59,427 |
| Blue Springs, MO | 60 mi | $61.87/hr | 61,246 |
Physician Assistant jobs in Missouri · Physician Assistant jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Missouri
Master’s degree from an accredited PA program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Missouri requires for your role with the Missouri licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Missouri taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in St. Joseph
St. Joseph city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do physician assistants make in St. Joseph, MO?
Physician Assistants in Missouri have a median pay of $66.92 per hour, about $139,200 a year. The middle half earn between $55.16 and $75.25 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Where do physician assistants work in St. Joseph?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in St. Joseph, led by Mosaic Life Care At St Joseph. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Missouri license to work in St. Joseph as a physician assistant?
Master’s degree from an accredited PA program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Missouri requires for your role with the Missouri licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is St. Joseph in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 3 active primary care shortage designations that include Buchanan 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 St. Joseph?
The federal per diem benchmark in St. Joseph is $110 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,246 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place physician assistants in St. Joseph?
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Saint Francis Medical Partners, LLCCape Girardeau, MO · 1 wage offer$71.92/ hr$72–$72
- The Curators of the University of Missouri/University of Missouri-ColumbiaColumbia, MO · 1 wage offer$55.29/ hr$55–$55
- 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
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Low$49Median$70.67High$89
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3Open now: 2 PA roles
- Physician AssistantPermanent$98k–$186k/ year
- Advanced Practice Provider - Nurse Practitioner or Physician AssistantPermanent$92k–$147k/ year
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