Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner/PA-C - Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Job Summary

Sarasota Memorial First Physicians Group is seeking to employ a Per Diem AGACNP/PA-C with specialization in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation to join their growing employed physician group on the West Coast of Florida.

Join a dedicated team of seven (7) Physiatrists and two (2) Advanced Practice Providers in the highly desirable area of Sarasota, Florida. We are located only minutes from the beautiful beaches of Siesta Key, Lido Key and Longboat Key on the West Coast of Florida.

The Rehab Pavilion is a 60-bed acute inpatient rehabilitation facility (IRF) that opened in April 2017 on the campus of Sarasota Memorial Hospital. It is a 74,000 square-foot, five-story Pavilion that accommodates the complex medical, rehabilitation and mobility needs of patients with brain injury, stroke, spinal cord injury, amputation, neurological disorders, and orthopedic & musculoskeletal conditions.

The inpatient rehab unit averages 1,700 admissions per year and has consistently remained at or near capacity. Our program continues to earn the highest level of accreditation from CARF with the additional certification as a Stroke Specialty provider and is ranked #29 in the nation in adult specialty rehabilitation by US News & World Report’s 2024-2025 “Best Hospitals” list.

Responsibilities include:

• PRN position: seeking coverage for 8-hour weekend shifts a month.  Shifts will be on Saturday or Sunday, 8AM to 4PM . 
• Management of immediate post-acute medical conditions in the inpatient rehabilitation unit.
• Weekend rounding on recently admitted patients, including follow-up on recent diagnostic testing and evaluation of medical issues that may impact therapy participation.
• Identification and management of new acute medical conditions that can impact recovery and require acute interventions.
• Daily responsibilities may include review and interpretation of test results, medication adjustments, fluid and electrolyte management and assessment of medical stability for continued participation in the intensive therapy program. 
• Will work under the direct supervision of a Physiatrist.

Requirements:

• Current NCCPA or ANCC certification required and must also have an active license by the State of Florida by the time of hire.
• Board Certified Physician Assistant, Board Certified Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner who has active, relevant, and routine experience in 2 of the last 4 years (defined as at least 500 acute care inpatient encounters over two years).
• Board Certified Adult/Family Nurse Practitioner, who has active, relevant, and routine experience in 2 of the last 4 years (defined as at least 1,000 acute care inpatient encounters over two years).
• BLS required. 

Highlights of the opportunity:

• No contract or non-compete clause – candidates only sign offer letters.
• As an employee of a public, State of Florida organization, APPs are entitled to sovereign immunity.
• No state tax in Florida.

The Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) 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 APRN II typically work in a set acute care setting managing patient care which can include critical care, Ortho, OB/GYN, Oncology, and Pediatrics. An APRN is a registered nurse and therefore can perform all duties that are considered routine duties of a registered nurse. In addition, an APRN holds a master’s or doctoral degree. The APRN functions as part of the multidisciplinary health team in accordance with privileges approved by the credentialing committee to provide high-quality, cost-effective advanced nursing care to patients within the APRN’s scope of practice.

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 works in a specialized acute care setting managing patient care, rounding on inpatients, and performing complex diagnostics, which can include critical care, ortho, 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 degree from accredited physician assistant training program.- Require current certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).

Preferred Qualifications

- Prefer ability to work independently and collaboratively.- Prefer demonstrated written & verbal communication & strong analytical skills.- Prefer ability to work independently and effectively with physicians and other allied health personnel in the hospital and/or office setting.- 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.- Prefer effective interaction skills to ensure the successful care of patients in the clinical setting.- Prefer effective leadership and strong interpersonal skills.- Prefer knowledge of relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations.- Prefer knowledge of state, federal and local health care agencies and programs.

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/