Physician Assistant III

Job Summary Sarasota Memorial First Physicians Group is seeking a certified Physician Assistant to join a hospital employed dedicated Laryngology practice. Clinic offers a comprehensive voice, airway, and swallowing program in a collaborative, well-established practice within an expanding Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery Section. Sarasota offers the rare combination of high acuity medicine and coastal lifestyle centered around the world-renowned Siesta Key Beach. Downtown Sarasota is home to a strong arts and culture scene including its own opera house, ballet, and theatre district. Year-round outdoor recreation, excellent schools make it a perfect family friendly community. It is a region with a growing, affluent population and strong demand for specialty voice, swallowing and airway care. Opportunity Highlights Dedicated Voice, Airway and Swallowing center Access to state-of-the-art equipment and in office procedure room including videostroboscopy and in-office laryngeal procedural equipment including EMG, injections, etc Multidisciplinary collaboration and clinic support with Speech-Language Pathology Dedicated clinical support staff No ER call or hospital rounding Equitable practice call for general ENT Benefit Highlights 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) . Physician Assistants can participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program if employed by the group. No state-income tax! Required Qualifications Current NCCPA Certification. Active or eligible for licensure by the State of Florida. BLS and ACLS certification. ENT Experience preferred. Recognition & Awards SMH-Sarasota has been recognized with a 5-star rating from the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) 10 years in a row! We are the only hospital in Florida – and among fewer than 20 nationwide – to receive continuous 5-star ratings since CMS began the ranking program in 2016. SMH was ranked #22 out of 700 companies featured in Forbes and #9 in the healthcare sector. Recognized in the U.S. News’ 50 “Best Hospitals” list in 2025-2026. Earned straight “A” Grades for Patient Safety from Leapfrog since 2016. Sarasota Memorial is a 4-time winner of Gallup’s award and one of only 62 organizations worldwide to win the “ Exceptional Workplace Award ” for engagement in 2025. Named among the World’s Best Hospitals for a 7th year in a row by Newsweek, 2025. Earned Magnet Nursing Recognition five times from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) since 2003. Sarasota Memorial has remained the only hospital in the region with Magnet recognition for the past 20 years. SMH has been named one of Becker’s Hospital Review’s “Great Hospitals in America” for 2025 . The national honor spotlights 100 hospitals that stand out for their exceptional clinical performance, unwavering focus on patient safety, and dedication to innovation, research and education. Sarasota Memorial First Physicians Group is one of the Gulf Coast’s largest primary and specialty care groups. The group is comprised of 650+ Physicians and Advanced Practice Providers covering 51 specialties in 70 practice locations throughout Sarasota and Manatee Counties. FPG has been delivering excellent care for the past 31 years, and it is backed by the tradition and strength of Sarasota Memorial Health Care System. '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).' Preferred Qualifications Ability to work independently and collaboratively. Demonstrated written & verbal communication & strong analytical skills. Ability to work independently and effectively with physicians and other allied health personnel in the hospital and/or office setting. Demonstrated clinical competency skills. Knowledge of pharmacology as it relates to health care practice and current prescription writing skills/DEA licensing. Skills in documentation in medical records to substantiate accurate billing. Effective interaction skills to ensure the successful care of patients in the clinical setting. Effective leadership and strong interpersonal skills. Knowledge of relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations. 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 Support BLS: Basic Life Support Employment Screening Requirements As part of Sarasota Memorial Health Care System’s commitment to keeping people safe, all individuals providing care to vulnerable populations are required to undergo background screening through The Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. #J-18808-Ljbffr