APRN/PA/ Instr. I - Lakeland

University of South Florida; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and life insurance plans

Retirement plan options

Employee and dependent tuition programs

Generous leave

Employee perks and discounts

Job summary

The University of South Florida is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider in Tampa to assist physicians with pre-op and post-op care. This role includes direct patient interactions and managing clinical documentation.

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in a relevant field and have graduated from an accredited Nurse or Physician Assistant program. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited institution required.
• Graduation from an accredited Advanced Practice Registered Nurse or Physician Assistant program is necessary.
• Certification as required by Florida Statutes is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient clinic care including evaluations and post-op care.
• Assist with patient education and care before and after procedures.
• Conduct medical paperwork such as FMLA and Worker's Compensation.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Patient management

Communication

Documentation skills

Education

Master's degree in relevant field

Graduation from accredited Nurse or Physician Assistant program

Job description

• Locations 12901 Bruce B Downs Blvd, Tampa, FL, 33612, US

Job Description

This is for a replacement APP to support physicians in clinic. The APP will be seeing pre-op and post-op patients and routine return visits. Additionally, they will work in tandem with physicians to maximize patient templates. They are responsible for placing orders, answering MyChart messages and phone calls from patients, and completing extensive paperwork such as FMLA and disability forms.

Responsibilities

• CLINICAL - 90% - Key liaison to Lakeland USF Neurosurgery staff working to provide optimal continuity of care through standardization of care plans and protocols.
• Obtain the history and physical examination, ordering and interpreting diagnostic and therapeutic tests/procedures in coordination with faculty supervising physician.
• Regularly confer with faculty physicians regarding diagnosis, treatment, best form of therapy projected, and alert physicians to abnormal findings.
• Return patient phone calls, renew prescriptions, coordinate rehabilitative therapy, and assess post-procedure problems.
• Provide outpatient clinic care including evaluation of new patients, established patients, and post-op care.
• Provide pre- and post-procedure education, assessment, and care of patients.
• Document all orders, procedures, and progress notes on the patient’s electronic medical record.
• Represent and support the mission, philosophy, and goals of the Department.
• Participate in clinical and education objectives required for licensure, certification, and credentialing.
• Write orders for changes in medication(s) and arrange plan details.
• ADMINISTRATIVE - 10% - Complete medical paperwork such as FMLA, Worker's Compensation, etc.
• Communicate with patients via MyChart and phone conversations.
• Update patients’ records, noting changes in medication and responses to patients.
• Write orders to increase, decrease, or change medication, subject to checking and counter‑signing by physician.
• Participate in in‑service education programs and professional associations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Responsible to a Chair or other appropriate higher‑level administrator of a State university. Responsible for teaching, research, service, and related administrative activities. Responsible for academic advising and related activities. May represent the university, college/school, or department.

Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate field of specialization or equivalent qualifications based on professional experience and otherwise qualified to perform assigned duties. Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Instructor.
• This position requires graduation from an accredited Advanced Practice Registered Nurse academic degree program and certification as outlined in Florida Statutes 464 and Florida Administrative Code, Chapter 64, or graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant academic degree program and certification as outlined in Florida Statutes 458 and 459 and Florida Administrative Code, Chapter 64.

Benefits

In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida’s best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state’s 12 public universities. Our first‑class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.

Compliance and Federal Notices

This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodations in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed.