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Physician Assistant- Palliative Care
Veterans Health Administration · Salt Lake City, UT
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Physician Assistant jobs in Salt Lake City, UT
Pay for physician assistants in the Salt Lake City area centers on $64.61 per hour, or about $134,390 a year. The lower quarter earns under $53.26 and the upper quarter over $72.13. The CMS hospital directory lists 8 hospitals in Salt Lake City. That ranks 98th of 329 U.S. metro areas for physician assistant pay, and 181st of 301 once local prices are factored in. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Salt Lake City.
- $64.61median pay per hour, Salt Lake City
- $53–$72typical range per hour
- 930physician assistants employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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The metro median is in line with the Utah statewide median of $64.61 per hour. Nationally the median is $64.07 per hour. BLS counts about 930 physician assistants employed in the Salt Lake City-Murray metro area, 1.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.13).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $45.81 | $95,280 | 29% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $53.26 | $110,780 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Median | $64.61 | $134,390 | 1% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $72.13 | $150,030 | 13% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $79.28 | $164,900 | 24% above U.S. median |
How Salt Lake City ranks
- 98th of 329 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 181st of 301 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 5 Utah 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.
What your pay buys in Salt Lake City
- Overall prices in Salt Lake City-Murray run 1% above the U.S. average (index 100.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 23% above the U.S. average (index 123.3).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $64.61 median hour buys what $64.05 buys at the national price level, in line with 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 Salt Lake City paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$2,326
- Per year: $116,298
- Per month: $9,692
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Salt Lake City-Murray metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Salt Lake City
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $142 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,554 |
| 13-week assignment | $20,202 |
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).
Hospitals in Salt Lake City
CMS lists 8 hospitals in Salt Lake City, 4 of the 5 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of physician assistants.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lds Hospital Salt Lake City, UT | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of Utah Hospital And Clinics Salt Lake City, UT | Acute care | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| St Mark's Hospital Salt Lake City, UT | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Va Salt Lake City Healthcare - George E. Wahlen Va Medical Center Salt Lake City, UT | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Holy Cross Hospital - Salt Lake Salt Lake City, UT | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Primary Children's Hospital Salt Lake City, UT | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Marian Center Salt Lake City, UT | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Salt Lake Behavioral Health Salt Lake City, UT | Psychiatric | For-profit | 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 Salt Lake County
HRSA lists 6 active primary care shortage designations that include Salt Lake County (1 geographic, 5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Valley City, UT | 7 mi | $64.61/hr | 138,144 |
| Millcreek, UT | 8 mi | $64.61/hr | 64,217 |
| Layton, UT | 21 mi | $65.31/hr | 84,348 |
| Lehi, UT | 25 mi | $62.62/hr | 93,446 |
| Saratoga Springs, UT | 30 mi | $62.62/hr | 57,411 |
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License and tax basics in Utah
Master’s degree from an accredited PA program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Utah requires for your role with the Utah licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Utah taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do physician assistants make in Salt Lake City, UT?
Physician Assistants in the Salt Lake City-Murray metro area have a median pay of $64.61 per hour, about $134,390 a year. The middle half earn between $53.26 and $72.13 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Salt Lake City a good place for physician assistants once cost of living is counted?
Salt Lake City-Murray ranks 181st of 301 metro areas for physician assistant pay after adjusting for local prices, and 98th of 329 before adjusting. Overall prices run 1% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring physician assistants in Salt Lake City?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Salt Lake City. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Salt Lake City.
Do I need a Utah license to work in Salt Lake City as a physician assistant?
Master’s degree from an accredited PA program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Utah requires for your role with the Utah licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Is Salt Lake City in a shortage area?
HRSA lists 6 active primary care shortage designations that include Salt Lake 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 Salt Lake City?
The federal per diem benchmark in Salt Lake City is $142 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,554 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place physician assistants in Salt Lake City?
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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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Low$49Median$70.67High$89
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