University of South Florida·Tampa, Florida
This role involves providing comprehensive patient care services within the Vascular Surgery division, including assessing and managing patients in the clinic according to established standards. The position is primarily outpatient focused and includes dedicated administrative time to support the division's needs and ensure high-quality care delivery.
We are seeking to recruit a Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner for our Vascular Surgery division. This individual will be responsible for providing patient care services, including assessing and managing patients in the clinic following established standards, and care within the scope of practice as defined by the division. This position will be outpatient focused with dedicated administrative time as determined by the Chief of Vascular Surgery to best fit the needs of the division and ensure world class delivery of quality care. This position must adhere to the USF Health mission, vision, and values.
Working at USF With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area.
We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold.
Employees excel in USF‘s rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement.
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.
About USF The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St.
Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health.
USF is recognized by U.S.
News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida.
U.S.
News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No.
1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide.
USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S.
With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future.
The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion.
USF’s Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference.
Learn more at www.usf.edu.
Compliance and Federal Notices This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.
Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: 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.
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) 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.
Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.
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 affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.
This job description does not constitute an employment contract.
Candidates must be a Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner who can adhere to the USF Health mission, vision, and values. Required qualifications include graduation from an accredited APRN academic degree program, necessary certification per Florida Statutes, and meeting university criteria for the rank of Instructor.
Market context
In Florida, vascular APP roles are typically in steady demand because they require advanced clinical training and experience with complex vascular care. These positions are competitive because employers often look for a Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner who meets Florida certification requirements, has an accredited APRN background, and aligns with the organization’s mission and values. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certification status and acute care experience before applying.
