Plastics and Reconstructive Surgery Physician Assistant

Sarasota Memorial Health Care System•Sarasota, FL

About The Position

Sarasota Memorial First Physicians Group is seeking to employ a Certified Physician Assistant in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery to join their employed physician group on the West Coast of Florida. The Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery practice includes a plastic surgeon with advanced fellowship training in craniofacial and microvascular reconstructive surgery and a team of clinical and administrative support staff. It is an established practice in high demand and is growing to meet the needs of the community. Clinical responsibilities will include patient management in the clinic, rounding/consults at the hospital and first assist in the operating room. Opportunity Highlights: 40 hours a week; Flexible scheduling required. Limb Salvage and Reconstruction of Extremities after Trauma or Cancer Breast Reconstruction after Mastectomy and Lumpectomy Advanced Breast Reconstruction techniques including microsurgical DIEP flap Vascularized bone grafts Complex microsurgical reconstruction in patients of all ages, head-to-toe Assists in the preoperative assessment and preparation of the necessary paperwork and orders for scheduled cases. Performs wound checks, suture removal, drain removal and tissue expansions Performs minor surgical procedures without in-room supervision including wound debridement, wound repair, injectable therapy, chemical peels, dermabrasion. Performs first assist duties Follows patients and writes progress notes independently of the attending surgeon Writes orders to guide the management of patients in the Recovery Room, ICU and wards to include dictation of discharge summaries Qualifications: Must have FL License and NCCPA Board-Certification Must be current in BLS and ACLS Have experience in OR with strong desire for growth and skill development Desire to assist in OR and follow patients on their reconstructive journey Benefit Highlights: 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, PA-Cs are entitled to sovereign immunity and can participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program if employed by FPG. Florida does not have a state income tax. Sarasota Memorial is consistently recognized for its delivery of quality care and best patient experience in the nation. SMH-Sarasota has been recognized with a 5-star rating from the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) 10 years in a row! We are the only hospital in Florida – and among fewer than 20 nationwide – to receive continuous 5-star ratings since CMS began the ranking program in 2016. SMH was ranked #22 out of 700 companies featured in Forbes and #9 in the health care sector. Recognized in the U.S. News’ 50 “Best Hospitals” list in 2025-2026. Earned straight “A” Grades for Patient Safety from Leapfrog since 2016. Sarasota Memorial is a 4-time winner of Gallup’s award and one of only 62 organizations worldwide to win the “Exceptional Workplace Award” for engagement in 2025. Named among the World’s Best Hospitals for a 7th year in a row by Newsweek, 2025. Earned Magnet Nursing Recognition five times from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) since 2003. Sarasota Memorial has remained the only hospital in the region with Magnet recognition for the past 20 years. SMH has been named one of Becker’s Hospital Review’s “Great Hospitals in America” for 2025. The national honor spotlights 100 hospitals that stand out for their exceptional clinical performance, unwavering focus on patient safety, and dedication to innovation, research and education. The Physician Assistant (PA) reflects the mission, vision, and values of Sarasota Memorial Health Care System, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines, and other regulatory and accreditation standards. The PA III typically works in a multidisciplinary setting including first assist, procedures (chest tube, line placement, etc), multiple inpatient units managing patient care which includes critical care, trauma, and surgery. A PA is a graduate with a master’s degree or certificate from an accredited physician assistant program at an accredited school or college. The PA functions as part of the multidisciplinary health team in accordance with privileges approved by the credentialing committee to provide high-quality, cost-effective advanced care to patients. The PA is licensed by the Florida Board of Medicine and the Board of Osteopathic Medicine to perform medical services delegated by the supervising physician(s).'

Requirements

Must have FL License and NCCPA Board-Certification
Must be current in BLS and ACLS
Have experience in OR with strong desire for growth and skill development
Desire to assist in OR and follow patients on their reconstructive journey
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

Clinical responsibilities will include patient management in the clinic, rounding/consults at the hospital and first assist in the operating room.
Assists in the preoperative assessment and preparation of the necessary paperwork and orders for scheduled cases.
Performs wound checks, suture removal, drain removal and tissue expansions
Performs minor surgical procedures without in-room supervision including wound debridement, wound repair, injectable therapy, chemical peels, dermabrasion.
Performs first assist duties
Follows patients and writes progress notes independently of the attending surgeon
Writes orders to guide the management of patients in the Recovery Room, ICU and wards to include dictation of discharge summaries

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, PA-Cs are entitled to sovereign immunity and can participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program if employed by FPG.
Florida does not have a state income tax.

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