AGACNP / PA-C - Medical Hospitalist - Sarasota, Florida

Sarasota Memorial Health Care System • Sarasota, FL

42d • Onsite

About The Position

Sarasota Memorial First Physicians Group is looking to employ AGACNPs/PA-Cs to join the Medical Hospitalist Group on the West Coast of Florida. Sarasota is located approximately 60 minutes south of Tampa. The area is known for the arts, great restaurants, world-class beaches, excellent schools and a wide variety of activities for all ages. The Medical Hospitalist Group , with over 80+ Physicians and APPs, is known for its strong teamwork and fun working environment.

Requirements

• Current NCCPA or ANCC certification required and must also have an active license by the State of Florida by the time of hire.
• Board Certified Physician Assistant, Board Certified Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner who has active, relevant and routine experience in 2 of the last 4 years (defined as at least 500 acute care inpatient encounters over two years).
• Board Certified Adult/Family Nurse Practitioner , who has active, relevant, and routine experience in 2 of the last 4 years (defined as at least 1,000 acute care inpatient encounters over two years).
• Require advanced degree from an accredited school or college of nursing
• Must have had a Medicare number in the State of Florida prior to 1/1/03; if not, must have a Master's Degree in nursing in addition to being a Registered Professional Nurse who is authorized by Florida to practice in accordance with state law.
• Require approved APRN board certification. Must be certified as a APRN by a recognized national certifying body having established standards for APRN’s. The following organizations are recognized national certifying bodies for the Nurse Practitioner: American Academy of Nurse Practitioners; American Nurses Credentialing Center; National Certification Corporation for Obstetric, Gynecologic and Neonatal Nursing Specialties; National Certification Board of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners & Nurses; Oncology Nurses Certification Corporation; Critical Care Certification Corporation; National Commission on Certification; and American Association of Heart Failure Nurses.

Nice To Haves

• Prefer ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Prefer knowledge of state, federal and local health care agencies and programs.
• Prefer ability to work independently and effectively with physicians and other allied health personnel in the hospital and/or office setting.
• Prefer demonstrated clinical competency skills.
• Prefer demonstrated knowledge of pharmacology as it relates to health care practice and current prescription writing skills/DEA licensing.
• Prefer demonstrated skills in documentation in medical records to substantiate accurate billing.
• Prefer demonstrated written & verbal communication & strong analytical skills.
• Prefer effective interaction skills to ensure the successful care of patients in the clinical setting.
• Prefer effective leadership and strong interpersonal skills.
• Prefer knowledge of relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assigned patients for rounding under physician supervision.
• Will assist with admissions and consults when needed.

Benefits

• 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).
• APPs can participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program if employed by the group.
• No state tax in Florida.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level