Current and clear license as a Physician Assistant in Florida
BLS certification required
Ability to meet credentialing requirements for UF Health Shands Hospital
Experience in diagnostic and therapeutic healthcare coverage preferred
Responsibilities
Provide diagnostic and therapeutic healthcare coverage for patients
Take medical histories and perform physical examinations
Coordinate lab tests and diagnostic studies
Prescribe medications and assist patients with treatment plans
Share call hours and provide phone coverage
See admitted patients within the hospital
Benefits
Opportunity to work in a new clinic opening in March 2027
Collaborative environment under the supervision of attending physicians
Potential for professional growth within UF Health Shands Hospital
Access to a network of healthcare professionals
Engagement in patient education and treatment planning
Full Job Description
Overview
Anticipated Cinic opening in March 2027 at 1922 Salk Avenue, Tavares, FL 32778
For Clinic assignment, under supervision of an attending physician this position will provide diagnostic and therapeutic health care coverage for patients which will include but not be limited to taking medical histories, performing physical examinations, coordinating lab tests, diagnostic studies, prescribing medications, and providing assistance to the patient regarding a plan of treatment and education. Other duties may include sharing call hours, phone coverage, and seeing admitted patients within the hospital.
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements: Physician Assistant Degree
Credentialing: Must meet requirements set forth by the Medical Staff Office to obtain and retain privileges to practice as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse within UF Health Shands Hospital and/or the Shands UF Healthcare Network, as applicable. Motor Vehicle Operator Designation: Employees in this position: Will not operate vehicles for an assigned business purpose NOTE: A frequent driver is defined as one who uses his/her personal or Shands automobile a) at least once daily, b) at least five individual trips per week or c) drives, on average, over 150 miles per week in the performance of his/her job.
Licensure/Certification/Registration: Current and clear license as a Physician Assistant in the State of Florida. BLS is required.
