Supervising Physicians in Washington

Find Supervising Physicians in Washington. Browse verified Supervising Physicians by specialty, availability, and format. Ideal for physician assistants seeking physician supervision.

2 results found in Washington

Supervision Formats Allowed in Washington· Supervising Physician (PA)

In-Person: AllowedHybrid: AllowedVirtual: Allowed

Your participating physician can be remote. Contact by phone or electronically is fine, and PAs with 4,000+ hours move from supervision to collaboration.

Details and sources
  • Collaboration agreement naming a participating physician required before practice
  • Under 4,000 postgraduate hours (or first 2,000 in new specialty): supervision
  • General/intrathecal anesthesia requires direct anesthesiologist supervision

Washington Medical Commission · RCW 18.71A.030(2)(c); RCW 18.71A.120(2)(b); WAC 246-918-055

For guidance only, not legal advice. Rules change, so confirm with your state board. Last verified Oct 2026.

Supervising Physicians in Washington

Rayman K profile photo

Rayman K

LMHC · Families

Sandpoint, ID

Licensed in:
WA
Supervision Type:
Virtual

I am licensed in Washington, Idaho and Texas. I have been a clinical therapist since 2000. I founded and was the Executive Director of a Therapeutic Foster Care/Adoption Agency for more than 20 years.

View Profile
Paula R profile photo

Paula R

LMHC

Poulsbo, WA

Licensed in:
WA
Supervision Type:
Virtual

For seven years worked in public mental health as a clinical supervisor, currently the counseling director of a non profit counseling center and actively see clients as well. Has supervised over 25 master's level interns and over 9 for state license. Prior to this I worked in Christian ministry with children and families.

View Profile

Looking for more Supervisors?

New Supervisors join regularly — create a free account to get matched and message them directly.

About Supervising Physician in Washington

Supervising Physicians work with physician assistants to meet state-mandated supervision requirements. The Washington licensing board sets the standards for supervisory relationships between PAs and physicians. Use Find A Supervisor to find Supervising Physicians currently accepting new supervisees in Washington.

Supervising Physician FAQs — Washington

How do I find a Supervising Physician in Washington?

On Find A Supervisor, filter by Supervisor type and select "Supervising Physician," then set your state to Washington. Filter by specialty and format to connect with physicians who supervise physician assistants in your practice area.

What are the supervision requirements for physician assistants in Washington?

PA supervision requirements vary by state. Washington's licensing board defines the required relationship between PAs and Supervising Physicians, including documentation, on-site presence rules, and the scope of the supervisory agreement. Always check with your state board for current requirements.

Can physician assistants in Washington filter by specialty when searching for Supervising Physicians?

Yes. Find A Supervisor allows you to filter by specialty, location, and format so you can find a Supervising Physician whose background matches your practice area in Washington.

What should I confirm before working with a Supervising Physician?

Confirm their availability for consultations, the scope of their supervisory role, required documentation, fee expectations, how emergencies are handled, and any state-specific requirements for supervision agreements in Washington.

Do Supervising Physician requirements vary by state?

Yes. PA supervision laws differ significantly from state to state. Some states require signed supervision agreements; others have moved toward team-based practice models. Always confirm the current Washington requirements with your licensing board.