Physician Assistant Certified

UF Health Central Florida; Leesburg (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A respected healthcare provider in Leesburg, Florida, seeks a Physician Assistant to deliver high-quality patient-centered care. The role involves assessing patients, diagnosing medical conditions, and collaborating with healthcare teams to implement treatment plans. Ideal candidates will hold a Bachelor's degree and possess BLS and ACLS certifications. This position offers professional development and a supportive environment to ensure optimal clinical outcomes.

Qualifications

• Experience in a clinical setting with patient-centered care.
• Strong collaboration skills with interdisciplinary teams.
• BLS and ACLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments.
• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions.
• Develop treatment plans collaboratively.
• Provide education and follow-up care.
• Document clinical encounters in EMR.
• Adhere to quality standards.

Skills

Patient assessment

Diagnosis and treatment planning

Patient education

Care coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree required

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Electronic medical record (EMR)

Job description

For nearly 60 years, UF Health Leesburg Hospital has been a trusted healthcare leader in Central Florida, delivering comprehensive, high-quality patient care across a wide range of specialties. The hospital is nationally recognized for its advanced cardiovascular services, including one of the largest open-heart surgery programs in Florida.

UF Health Leesburg Hospital has earned the American College of Cardiology’s Chest Pain Center Accreditation with Primacy PCI and Resuscitation, the highest level of recognition for excellence in cardiac care. Additional centers of excellence include orthopedics, minimally invasive robotic surgery, stroke care, emergency medicine, labor & delivery, and surgical services, all supported by a collaborative, patient-centered clinical environment.

Why Join UF Health Leesburg Hospital?

• Work within a well-resourced physician practice setting
• Collaborate with experienced physicians and interdisciplinary teams
• Access to professional development, continuing education, and career advancement
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits within the UF Health system

Position Summary

The Physician Assistant (PA) provides high-quality, patient-centered care in a clinical setting, working collaboratively with physicians and multidisciplinary healthcare teams. This role focuses on medical evaluation, diagnosis, treatment planning, patient education, and care coordination to ensure optimal clinical outcomes and continuity of care.

This is an excellent opportunity for a PA seeking a hospital-based role within a respected academic health system known for clinical excellence, advanced technology, and professional growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including history taking, physical exams, and diagnostic interpretation
• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions under established clinical protocols
• Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with physicians and care teams
• Provide patient and family education, counseling, and follow-up care
• Coordinate referrals and transitions of care across specialties and services
• Document clinical encounters accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR)
• Adhere to evidence-based practice, quality standards, and regulatory requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s degree required (Master’s degree preferred, if applicable)

Licensure & Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification