Family Medicine Physician Assistant (PA)

Family Medicine Physician Assistant (PA)

Location: Tampa, Florida
Organization: Tampa Family Health Centers
Position Type: Full-Time

About Tampa Family Health Centers

At Tampa Family Health Centers, healthcare is more than a service-it is our mission. As a Federally Qualified Health Center, we provide high-quality, compassionate, and accessible healthcare to diverse communities throughout Hillsborough County.

Joining TFHC means becoming part of a collaborative, mission-driven organization where providers are supported, valued, and empowered to practice at the top of their license while making a meaningful difference in the community.

Position Summary

Tampa Family Health Centers is seeking a Physician Assistant to join our Family Medicine care team.

The Physician Assistant will provide comprehensive care to patients across the lifespan, including preventive care, acute treatment, chronic disease management, patient education, and care coordination. This position works collaboratively with physicians, clinical support staff, and other members of the care team within TFHC's Patient-Centered Medical Home model.

Essential Responsibilities

• Perform patient histories, physical examinations, and clinical assessments
• Diagnose and manage common acute and chronic health conditions
• Order, review, and interpret laboratory, imaging, and diagnostic testing
• Develop treatment plans, prescribe medications, and coordinate follow-up care
• Provide preventive care, health screenings, and patient education
• Consult with patients, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary care team members
• Maintain complete and accurate electronic health record documentation
• Participate in daily care team huddles and quality-improvement initiatives
• Support efforts to close care gaps and improve patient outcomes
• Mentor or serve as a preceptor to PA, APRN, and nursing students when appropriate
• Protect patient privacy, dignity, confidentiality, and safety
• Promote teamwork and positive relationships with patients and the community
• Comply with HIPAA, HRSA, federal, state, accreditation, and TFHC requirements
• Float between TFHC locations when operationally necessary

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program
• Current and unencumbered Florida Physician Assistant license
• Current NCCPA certification
• Current Basic Life Support certification
• Prescriptive authority in accordance with Florida law
• Minimum of one year of Physician Assistant experience preferred
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and teamwork skills
• Ability to work effectively with patients from diverse social, cultural, and economic backgrounds
• Proficiency with electronic health record systems

Benefits & Rewards

Tampa Family Health Centers offers a comprehensive provider benefits package designed to support your career, financial well-being, work-life balance, and long-term professional growth.

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) plus personal day
• 7 paid company holidays
• Dedicated CME days for continuing education and professional development
• Annual licensing allowance
• Competitive base salary with productivity incentive opportunities
• Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance opportunities, depending on position
• Affordable medical insurance with multiple plan options
• $0 copay for eligible employee medical visits and diagnostic testing at TFHC locations when enrolled in a TFHC medical plan
• Discounted pharmacy services through TFHC pharmacies when enrolled in a TFHC medical plan
• Dental insurance with $0 employee-only premium
• Low-cost vision insurance
• FTCA malpractice coverage provided at no monthly premium
• Employer-paid Basic Life and AD&D insurance
• Employer-paid Long-Term Disability insurance after eligibility requirements are met
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability coverage
• Optional additional Life and AD&D coverage for employees and eligible family members
• Optional Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contribution after eligibility requirements are met
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with confidential counseling and work/life support
• Student loan refinancing and financial wellness resources
• Pet insurance offerings

Up to $80,000 in NHSC Student Loan Repayment

Eligible providers may qualify for up to $80,000 in student loan repayment through the National Health Service Corps (NHSC).

For providers carrying significant student loan debt, this can add substantial value beyond base salary and traditional benefits. Tampa Family Health Centers operates qualifying community health center locations where eligible clinicians may be able to access federal loan repayment opportunities while building their careers in community-based healthcare.

That means your total financial opportunity can extend well beyond your annual salary, with the potential for up to $80,000 toward qualifying student loans.

NHSC eligibility and award amounts are determined by the program and may vary based on discipline, service commitment, practice location, and available funding.

Why Tampa?

Tampa offers year-round sunshine, Gulf Coast beaches, professional sports, diverse dining, outdoor recreation, and a growing cultural scene. It is an exceptional place to build both a rewarding career and a fulfilling life.

Join Our Team

Build a career that goes beyond treating illness. Join Tampa Family Health Centers and help expand access to compassionate, comprehensive, and high-quality primary care throughout Tampa Bay.

Please note that the employee's initial training schedule may differ from the regular schedule of the position. All new hires, including part-time employees, must be available for up to 40 hours of in-person, on-site training during their first week. Additional mandatory training may continue for approximately two to three weeks, depending on the position and training requirements. Training may take place at a TFHC location other than the employee's assigned work location.