Physician Assistant (PA) – Pediatrics

Tampa Family Health Centers; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Generous PTO and paid company holidays

401(k) program with employer contribution

Paid CME days and professional development support

Student Loan Repayment opportunities

Job summary

Tampa Family Health Centers in Tampa, Florida is seeking a full-time Physician Assistant in Pediatrics. This role involves providing direct patient care, including health promotion, illness prevention, and treatment for pediatric patients. Candidates should be compassionate and dedicated to community healthcare.

The position requires an accredited PA program completion, state licensure, and NCCPA certification. Benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, generous PTO, and student loan repayment opportunities through NHSC.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of pediatric clinical experience required.
• Pediatric primary care experience preferred.
• PALS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide pediatric care through health promotion and illness prevention.
• Perform patient histories and physical examinations.
• Order and interpret laboratory and diagnostic testing.
• Develop treatment plans including medications.
• Educate patients and families on wellness and prevention.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary care team members.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Ability to work with diverse populations

Education

Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program

Valid State of Florida Physician Assistant license

Current NCCPA certification

Current BLS certification

Tools

Electronic health records

Job description

Physician Assistant (PA) – Pediatrics – Tampa, Florida – Full‑Time – Exempt – Tampa Family Health Centers (TFHC)

About TFHC

At Tampa Family Health Centers, healthcare is more than a service. It is our mission. As a Federally Qualified Health Center, we provide high‑quality, compassionate, and accessible healthcare to culturally diverse communities across Hillsborough County.

Position Summary

Tampa Family Health Centers is seeking a full‑time Physician Assistant to join our Pediatrics care team. This role provides direct patient care to pediatric patients through health promotion, illness prevention, evaluation, diagnosis, treatment planning, follow‑up care, and patient education.

The Pediatric PA will work collaboratively with physicians, clinical leadership, and care team members to support high‑quality, patient‑centered care within TFHC’s team‑based medical home model.

Essential Responsibilities

• Provide pediatric care through health promotion, illness prevention, and health restoration
• Perform patient histories, physical examinations, assessments, and medical diagnoses
• Order, review, and interpret appropriate laboratory and diagnostic testing
• Develop and implement treatment plans, including medications and follow‑up care as appropriate
• Provide education to patients and families on wellness, prevention, and care management
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, medical assistants, and interdisciplinary care team members
• Participate in daily care team huddles and quality improvement initiatives
• Support care gap closure and patient‑centered medical home goals
• Maintain patient privacy, dignity, safety, and compliance with HIPAA and organizational standards
• Promote positive relationships with patients, families, staff, and the community
• Float throughout the organization as needed

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program
• Valid and unencumbered State of Florida Physician Assistant license
• Current NCCPA certification as a Physician Assistant‑Certified (PA‑C) required
• Current BLS certification required
• PALS certification preferred
• Minimum of 1 year of pediatric clinical experience required
• Pediatric primary care experience preferred
• Ability to work effectively with diverse patient populations
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and critical thinking skills
• Experience with electronic health records preferred

Benefits and Rewards

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance offerings
• Generous PTO and 7 paid company holidays
• 401(k) program with employer contribution
• Company‑paid FTCA Malpractice Insurance
• Paid CME days and professional development support
• Productivity incentives
• Annual licensing stipend
• Student Loan Repayment opportunities through NHSC ($75,000+)

Join Us

If you are a compassionate Physician Assistant who is passionate about pediatric care and serving the community, we invite you to apply and join Tampa Family Health Centers in redefining community healthcare in Tampa Bay.