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Physician Assistant (PA) – Pediatrics

Tampa Family Health Centers·Tampa, Florida

Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 4 days ago
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About the role

Provide direct pediatric care including health promotion, diagnosis, and treatment planning within a team-based medical home model. Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams to support high-quality, patient-centered care and quality improvement initiatives.

Physician assistant (Pa) – pediatrics

Location

  • Tampa,
  • Florida
  • Organization:
  • Tampa
  • Family
  • Health
  • Centers (TFHC)
  • Schedule:
  • Full-Time
  • Classification: Exempt

About tampa family health centers

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.

Joining TFHC means becoming part of a mission-driven organization where providers are supported, valued, and empowered to practice at the top of their license while making a meaningful impact in the communities they serve.

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

  • TFHC offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your personal well-being and professional growth, including:
  • 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+*)

Why tampa?

Tampa offers year-round sunshine, Gulf Coast beaches, a growing downtown, professional sports, diverse dining, outdoor recreation, and family-friendly attractions. It is an exceptional place to live, work, and grow while making a meaningful impact in community healthcare.

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.

Please note that the employee’s initial training schedule may differ from the regular schedule of the position. All new hires, including part-time employees, must be available for up to 40 hours of in-person, on-site training during their first week. Additional mandatory training may continue for approximately two to three weeks, depending on the position and training requirements. Training may take place at a TFHC location other than the employee’s assigned work location.

Monday through Friday, 8

  • 00
  • AM to 5:00 PM, with rotating Saturdays.

Requirements

Requires graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant program, a valid Florida PA license, and NCCPA certification. A minimum of one year of pediatric clinical experience and BLS certification are required.

  • professional certificate
  • Patient Assessment
  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Electronic Health Records
  • Patient Education
  • Critical Thinking
  • Health Promotion
  • Illness Prevention
  • Clinical Judgment
  • Pediatric Care
  • Diagnosis And Treatment Planning

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Location
Tampa, Florida
Posted
Jul 24, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Tampa Family Health Centers

For over 40 years, Tampa Family Health Centers (TFHC) has been committed to providing high-quality, comprehensive healthcare services to the Tampa Bay community, ensuring everyone has access to the care they need. Our services include primary care, dental care, behavioral...

IndustryMedical Practices
TypeNonprofit
Size501-1,000 employees
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Florida physician roles remain competitive

In Florida, physician openings are typically shaped by steady demand from large health systems, outpatient groups, and growing patient populations. These roles are competitive because employers often look for strong clinical credentials, current BLS certification, and readiness to work in fast-paced care settings; this posting also notes no prior experience is required, with a preferred associate’s or bachelor’s degree. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your credential match and prepare examples of patient-care experience before applying.

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