Physician Assistant (PA) - Pediatrics

Job Description

Job Description

Physician Assistant (PA) – Pediatrics

Location: Tampa, Florida
Organization: Tampa Family Health Centers (TFHC)
Schedule: Full-Time
Classification: Exempt

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 culturally diverse communities across Hillsborough County.

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

Position Summary

Tampa Family Health Centers is seeking a full-time Physician Assistant to join our Pediatrics care team. This role provides direct patient care to pediatric patients through health promotion, illness prevention, evaluation, diagnosis, treatment planning, follow-up care, and patient education.

The Pediatric PA will work collaboratively with physicians, clinical leadership, and care team members to support high-quality, patient-centered care within TFHC’s team-based medical home model.

Essential Responsibilities

• Provide pediatric care through health promotion, illness prevention, and health restoration
• Perform patient histories, physical examinations, assessments, and medical diagnoses
• Order, review, and interpret appropriate laboratory and diagnostic testing
• Develop and implement treatment plans, including medications and follow-up care as appropriate
• Provide education to patients and families on wellness, prevention, and care management
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, medical assistants, and interdisciplinary care team members
• Participate in daily care team huddles and quality improvement initiatives
• Support care gap closure and patient-centered medical home goals
• Maintain patient privacy, dignity, safety, and compliance with HIPAA and organizational standards
• Promote positive relationships with patients, families, staff, and the community
• Float throughout the organization as needed

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program
• Valid and unencumbered State of Florida Physician Assistant license
• Current NCCPA certification as a Physician Assistant-Certified (PA-C) required
• Current BLS certification required
• PALS certification preferred
• Minimum of 1 year of pediatric clinical experience required
• Pediatric primary care experience preferred
• Ability to work effectively with diverse patient populations
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and critical thinking skills
• Experience with electronic health records preferred

Benefits and Rewards

TFHC offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your personal well-being and professional growth, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance offerings
• Generous PTO and 7 paid company holidays
• 401(k) program with employer contribution
• Company-paid FTCA Malpractice Insurance
• Paid CME days and professional development support
• Productivity incentives
• Annual licensing stipend
• Student Loan Repayment opportunities through NHSC ($75,000+*)

Why Tampa?

Tampa offers year-round sunshine, Gulf Coast beaches, a growing downtown, professional sports, diverse dining, outdoor recreation, and family-friendly attractions. It is an exceptional place to live, work, and grow while making a meaningful impact in community healthcare.

Join Us

If you are a compassionate Physician Assistant who is passionate about pediatric care and serving the community, we invite you to apply and join Tampa Family Health Centers in redefining community healthcare in 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.

Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with rotating Saturdays.