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Physician Assistant - Cardiothoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery - Memphis, TN
Tenet Healthcare · Memphis, TN
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Physician Assistant jobs in Memphis, TN
The median physician assistant pay in the Memphis area is $59.74 per hour ($124,260 a year), with the typical range running from $48.78 to $63.88. That ranks 234th of 329 U.S. metro areas for physician assistant pay, and 167th of 301 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 11 hospitals in Memphis. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Memphis.
- $59.74median pay per hour, Memphis
- $49–$64typical range per hour
- 330physician assistants employed in the metro area
- 92cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Physician Assistant pay in Memphis, TN
The metro median is 9% above the Tennessee statewide median of $54.80 per hour. Nationally the median is $64.07 per hour. BLS counts about 330 physician assistants employed in the Memphis metro area, 0.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.53).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $44.23 | $92,000 | 31% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $48.78 | $101,460 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Median | $59.74 | $124,260 | 7% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $63.88 | $132,870 | in line with U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $66.24 | $137,780 | 3% above U.S. median |
How Memphis ranks
- 234th of 329 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 167th of 301 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 9 Tennessee metro areas
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.
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- Overall prices in Memphis run 8% below the U.S. average (index 92.2, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 20% below the U.S. average (index 79.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $59.74 median hour buys what $64.81 buys at the national price level, 1% above the national median.
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.
Estimate your Memphis paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$2,151
- Per year: $107,532
- Per month: $8,961
- Tennessee has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Memphis metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Memphis
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $129 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,421 |
| 13-week assignment | $18,473 |
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 Tennessee
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Hospitals in Memphis
CMS lists 11 hospitals in Memphis, 0 of the 5 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of physician assistants.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baptist Memorial Hospital Memphis, TN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Memphis Va Medical Center Memphis, TN | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Methodist Hospitals Of Memphis Memphis, TN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Regional One Health Memphis, TN | Acute care | Government and federal | 1 of 5 | Yes |
| St Francis Hospital Memphis, TN | Acute care | For-profit | 1 of 5 | Yes |
| Delta Specialty Hospital Memphis, TN | Acute care | For-profit | Not rated | Yes |
| St Jude Childrens Research Hospital Memphis, TN | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Crestwyn Behavioral Health Memphis, TN | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | Yes |
| Lakeside Behavioral Health System Memphis, TN | Psychiatric | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Memphis Mental Health Institute Memphis, TN | Psychiatric | Government and federal | Not rated | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Primary care shortage areas in Shelby County
HRSA lists 10 active primary care shortage designations that include Shelby County (6 population-group, 4 facility). The highest-scoring one rates 22 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southaven, MS | 11 mi | $59.74/hr | 57,493 |
| Bartlett, TN | 12 mi | $59.74/hr | 56,708 |
| Jonesboro, AR | 63 mi | $49.78/hr | 82,384 |
| Jackson, TN | 74 mi | $48.58/hr | 69,303 |
| North Little Rock, AR | 130 mi | $20.32/hr | 64,498 |
| Little Rock, AR | 138 mi | $20.32/hr | 204,774 |
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License and tax basics in Tennessee
Master’s degree from an accredited PA program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Tennessee requires for your role with the Tennessee licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Tennessee does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
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Common questions
How much do physician assistants make in Memphis, TN?
Physician Assistants in the Memphis metro area have a median pay of $59.74 per hour, about $124,260 a year. The middle half earn between $48.78 and $63.88 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Memphis a good place for physician assistants once cost of living is counted?
Memphis ranks 167th of 301 metro areas for physician assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 234th of 329 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% below the U.S. average.
Where do physician assistants work in Memphis?
CMS lists 11 hospitals in Memphis, led by Baptist Memorial Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Tennessee license to work in Memphis as a physician assistant?
Master’s degree from an accredited PA program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Tennessee requires for your role with the Tennessee licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Memphis in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 10 active primary care shortage designations that include Shelby 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 Memphis?
The federal per diem benchmark in Memphis is $129 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,421 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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- UT Medical Group, Inc.Memphis, TN · 1 wage offer$57.52/ hr$58–$58
- BrightSpring Health ServicesGREENEVILLE, TN · 2 postings$46.39/ hr$32–$58
- 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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