APRN/PA - Pediatrics Orthopedics Instructor I

Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C)

We are seeking a certified Physician Assistant (PA-C) to support a pediatric Orthopedics surgeon in a busy academic practice. Candidates must hold a Master's degree from an ARC-PA accredited Physician Assistant program, current NCCPA certification, and eligibility for state PA licensure, DEA registration, and hospital credentialing. A minimum of two years of clinical experience in Orthopedics is preferred, and experience in pediatric Orthopedics or pediatric surgical subspecialties is highly desirable. Current BLS certification is required (PALS preferred). The successful candidate will have strong musculoskeletal assessment skills, surgical first-assist experience, and the ability to communicate effectively with children, families, and multidisciplinary care teams.

The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF's Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at