APP, General and Bariatric Surgery

1103 Team Member Services; Carrollwood (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan

Paid Parental Leave

Career Development

Well-being Resources

Mental Health Resources

Pet Benefits

Job summary

AdventHealth Tampa seeks an experienced General & Bariatric Surgical APP to provide comprehensive care across the surgical journey, from preop assessment to long-term follow-up. You will work with surgeons and a multidisciplinary team to optimize outcomes.

This role requires PA/NP licensure, BLS, 1+ year experience, and a commitment to patient-centered care within a faith-based health system. On-site schedule in Tampa, Florida with day shift and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctoral degree from an accredited Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) program.
• 1+ years of related work experience.
• Current and unrestricted state licensure as a PA or APRN.
• Current BLS certification.
• ACLS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient histories, physical examinations, and clinical assessments.
• Evaluate, diagnose, and manage general and bariatric surgical patients.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans with supervising physicians.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests and imaging.
• Perform procedures within scope and guidelines.
• Provide preoperative assessments and optimize patients for surgery.
• Assist with postoperative management, wound care, and pain control.
• Educate patients and families on procedures, expectations, weight management, and care plans.
• Monitor bariatric patients across the continuum of care and coordinate with care teams.
• Document encounters in the EMR and participate in quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Patient education

Weight management

Wound care management

Education

Master's or Doctoral degree (PA/NP)

Tools

EMR/EHR systems

Job description

Our promise to you: Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Job Description Summary:

As a General & Bariatric Surgical APP, you’ll provide comprehensive care to patients throughout their surgical journey, from initial consultation and preoperative evaluation to postoperative recovery and long-term follow-up. Working collaboratively with surgeons and multidisciplinary teams, you’ll assess, diagnose, and manage patients undergoing general and bariatric surgical procedures, assist in developing treatment plans, provide patient education, and support care coordination. You’ll contribute to optimizing surgical outcomes, enhancing patient experience, promoting healthy lifestyle changes, and helping patients achieve their weight loss and overall health goals through compassionate, evidence-based care.

Job Description:

• Conduct comprehensive patient histories, physical examinations, and clinical assessments
• Evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients with general surgical and bariatric conditions.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with supervising physicians.
• Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic studies, laboratory tests, and imaging results.
• Perform procedures within scope of practice and organizational guidelines.
• Provide preoperative assessments and optimize patients for surgical intervention.
• Assist with postoperative management, including wound evaluation, drain management, pain control, and complication surveillance.
• Educate patients and families regarding surgical procedures, postoperative expectations, lifestyle modifications, weight management, and long-term health maintenance.
• Monitor bariatric surgery patients throughout the continuum of care, including nutritional, metabolic, and weight-loss outcomes.
• Coordinate care with surgeons, dietitians, nursing staff, primary care providers, and other specialists.
• Document patient encounters accurately and timely within the electronic medical record.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and support evidence-based clinical practice.
• Provide hospital rounding, consults, and call coverage as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of general surgery and bariatric surgery principles and practices.
• Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and treatment planning skills.
• Ability to manage patients across the surgical continuum of care.
• Excellent communication and patient education abilities.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Commitment to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records and clinical documentation.

Education:

Master's or Doctoral degree from an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program [Required].

Work Experience:

1+ years of related work experience

Licenses and Certifications:

• Current and unrestricted state licensure as a Physician Assistant (PA) or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) [Required].
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification [Required].
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification [Preferred]
• Additional licensure or certification requirements may apply depending on the specific unit or state in which this position is located.
• Please consult the relevant credential grid for detailed information regarding these requirements

Physical Requirements:

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All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

Benefits from Day One:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule: Full time Shift: Day (United States of America) Address: 7001 N Dale Mabry Hwy City: Tampa State: Florida Postal Code: 33614

Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)

Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law. Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.

Every day, our fellow team members show up to work, unified by one shared mission: Extending the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ. As a faith-based health care organization, our story is one of hope as we strive to heal and restore the body, mind and spirit. Though our facilities are spread across the country, this unwavering belief binds us together. Across every office, exam and patient room, we’re committed to providing individualized, holistic care. This is our Christian mission, and it inspires us to help make communities healthier and happier.