Job Description

Sarasota Memorial First Physicians Group is seeking a certified Physician Assistant to assist in the care and management of otolaryngology patients specific to neurotology and otology. Practice is part of a larger Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery service with four Otolaryngologists, four practice-based Advanced Practice Providers, two Head & Neck Surgical Oncologists, a Laryngologist, four audiologists and an international recognized expert in Thyroid and Parathyroid Surgery.

Sarasota offers the rare combination of high acuity medicine and coastal lifestyle centered around the world-renowned Siesta Key Beach. Year-round outdoor recreation, excellent schools make it a perfect family friendly community.

Opportunity Highlights:

• Monday – Friday
• Seeing patients in an outpatient setting focusing on neurological disorders of the ear, the facial nerve, and the lateral skull base.
• Patient screening for surgical candidacy.
• Treatment plan and medication management of patients with complex non-surgical conditions.
• Dedicated clinical support staff.
• Equitable practice call for general ENT.

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, APPs are entitled to sovereign immunity
• We are a Nonprofit 501(c)(3) Physician Assistants can participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program if employed by the group.
• No state-income tax!

Required Qualifications:

• Current NCCPA Certification.
• Active or eligible for licensure by the State of Florida.
• BLS and ACLS certification.
• ENT Experience preferred.

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.

Sarasota Memorial First Physicians Group is one of the Gulf Coast’s largest primary and specialty care groups. The group is comprised of 650+ Physicians and Advanced Practice Providers covering 51 specialties in 70 practice locations throughout Sarasota and Manatee Counties. FPG has been delivering excellent care for the past 31 years, and it is backed by the tradition and strength of Sarasota Memorial Health Care System.

Please contact Helen Convery, Provider Recruiter at 941.780.9677 or email at Helen-Convery@smh.com for more information about this exceptional opportunity.

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 II typically work in a set acute care setting managing patient care which can include critical care, OB/GYN, Oncology, and Pediatrics. 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).

Required Qualifications

- Require bachelor's degree from accredited physician assistant training program. - Require successful completion of Annual Orthopedic Education Requirements upon hire and then annually as outlined in the Orthopedic Program(s) Education Plan.- Require current certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).

Preferred Qualifications

- Prefer ability to work independently and collaboratively.- 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.

Mandatory Education

Preferred Education

M D: Masters Degree

Required License and Certs

PA: Physician Assistant

Preferred License and Certs

ACLS: Advanced Cardiac Life SupportBLS: Basic Life Support

Employment Screening Requirements

As part of Sarasota Memorial Health Care System’s commitment to keeping people safe, all individuals providing care to vulnerable populations are required to undergo background screening through The Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. https://info.flclearinghouse.com/