Job Summary

Sarasota Memorial First Physicians Group is a successful, multi-specialty group with over 700 physicians and Advanced Practice Providers and a 31-year history in the Sarasota community. We are seeking to employ a Breast Surgical Oncology Physician Assistant to join an established and high-quality breast program in Sarasota, Florida.

The system's flagship 897-bed campus, Sarasota Memorial Hospital-Sarasota, has been consistently recognized as one of the nation’s best hospitals. A regional referral center providing the greatest depth and breadth of care to the community, the campus also includes state-of-the-art specialized centers of care, including the Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute Oncology Tower, Rehabilitation Pavilion and recently opened Cornell Behavioral Health Pavilion.

Building Hope for Cancer Patients - responding to the rising number of local cancer cases and the complexity of modern oncology care, the Sarasota Public Hospital Board supported the addition of three premier oncology facilities: a Radiation Oncology Center that opened in 2020, a 56-bed Oncology Tower that opened in 2021, and an Outpatient Cancer Pavilion slated to open - Spring  2026. Once completed, the seven-story Outpatient Cancer Pavilion will include a new breast health center, outpatient surgery suites, radiation oncology, infusion services, diagnostic imaging and integrative and supportive care.

Sarasota Memorial's cancer care teams include cancer-certified nurses, therapists, social workers, navigators, researchers, genetic counselors, rehab therapists and others who collaborate to address the physical and emotional needs of each patient with cancer. 

Responsibilities include:

• Will join two Breast Surgical Oncologists and three Advanced Practice Providers (APPs).
• Full-time position, Monday–Friday, with a 7:00 AM start time.
• Practice at a single location: SMH Sarasota.
• Conduct comprehensive evaluations for patients with breast disease, including history, physical examination, and clinical assessment in clinic and inpatient setting.
• Perform office-based procedures such as skin/punch biopsies, incision and drainage of abscesses, needle aspirations, wound care, suture placement and removal, and JP drain removal.
• Provide preoperative, intraoperative (first assist), and postoperative care for breast surgical oncology patients.
• Assist intraoperatively with closure, drain placement, retraction, suturing, and excisional biopsies.
• Deliver inpatient care, including daily rounds, order management, and discharge planning.
• Educate patients and families on diagnosis, treatment options, and supportive care.

Requirements:

• Current NCCPA or ANCC certification required and must also have an active license by the State of Florida by the time of hire.
• Board Certified Physician Assistant, Board Certified Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner who has active, relevant and routine experience in 2 of the last 4 years (defined as at least 500 acute care inpatient encounters over two years).
• Board Certified Adult/Family Nurse Practitioner, who has active, relevant, and routine experience in 2 of the last 4 years (defined as at least 1,000 acute care inpatient encounters over two years).
• BLS required. 

Highlights of the opportunity

• Competitive Salary
• No contract or non-compete clause – candidates sign offer letters only.
• Full array of benefits offered including health, dental, vision, long term disability, PTO, 403B Retirement Plan, and much more.
• As an employee of a public, State of Florida organization, APPs are entitled to sovereign immunity.
• We are a Nonprofit 501(c)(3). APPs can participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program if employed by the group.
• No state tax in Florida.

'The Physician Assistant (PA) reflects the mission, vision, and values of Sarasota Memorial Health Care System, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines, and other regulatory and accreditation standards. The PA III typically works in a multidisciplinary setting including first assist, procedures (chest tube, line placement, etc), multiple inpatient units managing patient care which includes critical care, trauma, and surgery. A PA is a graduate with a master’s degree or certificate from an accredited physician assistant program at an accredited school or college. The PA functions as part of the multidisciplinary health team in accordance with privileges approved by the credentialing committee to provide high-quality, cost-effective advanced care to patients. The PA is licensed by the Florida Board of Medicine and the Board of Osteopathic Medicine to perform medical services delegated by the supervising physician(s).'

Required Qualifications

- Require current certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).- Require bachelor degree from accredited physician assistant training program.

Preferred Qualifications

- Prefer ability to work independently and collaboratively.- Prefer demonstrated written & verbal communication & strong analytical skills.- Prefer ability to work independently and effectively with physicians and other allied health personnel in the hospital and/or office setting.- Prefer demonstrated clinical competency skills.- Prefer demonstrated knowledge of pharmacology as it relates to health care practice and current prescription writing skills/DEA licensing.- Prefer demonstrated skills in documentation in medical records to substantiate accurate billing.- Prefer effective interaction skills to ensure the successful care of patients in the clinical setting.- Prefer effective leadership and strong interpersonal skills.- Prefer knowledge of relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations.- Prefer knowledge of state, federal and local health care agencies and programs.

Mandatory Education

BD: Bachelor Degree

Preferred Education

M D: Masters Degree

Required License and Certs

PA: Physician Assistant

Preferred License and Certs

ACLS: Advanced Cardiac Life SupportBLS: Basic Life Support

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