Physician Assistant Variable General Surgery – Pediatrics Position Available In Polk, Florida
Tallo's Job Summary: Physician Assistant Variable General Surgery - Pediatrics position at Lakeland Regional Medical Center in Lakeland, Florida offers competitive salary, benefits, and professional development opportunities. The role involves providing care for pediatric patients, conducting assessments, managing health care, and assisting in surgeries. Candidates must have Florida PA licensure, BLS certification, and prior patient care experience, with a preference for pediatrics experience. Join the Lakeland Surgery Team for a rewarding career in pediatric care.
Job Description
Physician Assistant Variable General Surgery – Pediatrics
Job Reference:
2168107152-2
Date Posted:
23 May 2025
Company:
Lakeland Regional Medical Center
Location:
Lakeland, Florida
Salary:
On Application
Sector:
Healthcare & Medical
Job Type:
Permanent
Job Description
Physician Assistant Variable General Surgery Nemours is seeking a Physician Assistant to join our Lakeland Surgery Team! A PA provides care for pediatric patients, including interview of patients, obtains and records health histories, completes physical and developmental assessments, diagnoses health problems, manages the health care of those patients for which he/she has been educated, provides surgical first-assist services, provides health care teaching and counseling, initiates referrals and maintains health records in the inpatient and/or outpatient settings. Key Responsibilities. Provides care to pediatric patients as guided by education, clinical expertise and Scope of Practice Agreement, including ambulatory, inpatient (acute) care, surgical first assist, pre- and post-operative management Provides around-the-clock in-house medical management in an acute or intensive care environment Elicits comprehensive or focused/interval health history(ies) Performs complete or interim physical examinations as indicated by the nature of the encounter. Orders, performs, and/or interprets diagnostic or screening tests, including laboratory, radiological or other tests within the PA scope of practice Plans interventions including medications, treatments and procedures, and modifies plans based on evaluation of patient response. What We Offer. Competitive salary. Health, life, dental & vision benefits for Associates and their dependents. Wellness program. CME days and dollars. 403(b) with employer match. Licensure and dues allowance after hire. Tuition reimbursement & tuition discount programs with various Universities for Associates and their dependents. Adoption assistance and 6 weeks of Paternity leave Qualifications. Prior healthcare/patient care experience strongly preferred Florida Physician Assistant Licensure. American Heart Association BLS. Experience working with Pediatrics or Child Health preferred. If you’re looking for a position that will allow you to enjoy a work-life balance, have an opportunity for professional growth, and focus on pediatric care, this is the opportunity for you.
