Breast Surgical Oncology Physician Assistant

Sarasota Memorial Health Care System • Sarasota, FL

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Sarasota Memorial First Physicians Group is a successful, multi-specialty group with over 700 physicians and Advanced Practice Providers and a 31-year history in the Sarasota community. We are seeking to employ a Breast Surgical Oncology Physician Assistant to join an established and high-quality breast program in Sarasota, Florida. The system's flagship 897-bed campus, Sarasota Memorial Hospital-Sarasota, has been consistently recognized as one of the nation's best hospitals . A regional referral center providing the greatest depth and breadth of care to the community, the campus also includes state-of-the-art specialized centers of care, including the Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute Oncology Tower , Rehabilitation Pavilion and recently opened Cornell Behavioral Health Pavilion . Building Hope for Cancer Patients - responding to the rising number of local cancer cases and the complexity of modern oncology care, the Sarasota Public Hospital Board supported the addition of three premier oncology facilities: a Radiation Oncology Center that opened in 2020, a 56-bed Oncology Tower that opened in 2021, and an Outpatient Cancer Pavilion slated to open - Spring 2026 . Once completed, the seven-story Outpatient Cancer Pavilion will include a new breast health center, outpatient surgery suites, radiation oncology, infusion services, diagnostic imaging and integrative and supportive care. Sarasota Memorial's cancer care teams include cancer-certified nurses, therapists, social workers, navigators, researchers, genetic counselors, rehab therapists and others who collaborate to address the physical and emotional needs of each patient with cancer. Responsibilities include: Will join two Breast Surgical Oncologists and three Advanced Practice Providers (APPs). Full-time position, Monday-Friday, with a 7:00 AM start time. Practice at a single location: SMH Sarasota.

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).
• BLS required.
• Require current certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
• Require bachelor degree from accredited physician assistant training program.

Nice To Haves

• Prefer ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Prefer demonstrated written & verbal communication & strong analytical skills.
• 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 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.
• Prefer knowledge of state, federal and local health care agencies and programs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations for patients with breast disease, including history, physical examination, and clinical assessment in clinic and inpatient setting.
• Perform office-based procedures such as skin/punch biopsies, incision and drainage of abscesses, needle aspirations, wound care, suture placement and removal, and JP drain removal.
• Provide preoperative, intraoperative (first assist), and postoperative care for breast surgical oncology patients.
• Assist intraoperatively with closure, drain placement, retraction, suturing, and excisional biopsies.
• Deliver inpatient care, including daily rounds, order management, and discharge planning.
• Educate patients and families on diagnosis, treatment options, and supportive care.

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
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees