Physician Assistant - Outpatient Palliative Care - $120K per year

Tampa General Hospital is seeking a Physician Assistant Outpatient Palliative Care for a job in St. Petersburg, Florida.

Job Description & Requirements

Specialty: Palliative Care

Discipline: Physician Assistant

Duration: Ongoing

Shift: days

Employment Type: Staff

JOB SUMMARY — Outpatient Palliative Care

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) delivers comprehensive outpatient palliative care services to individuals and families with serious, chronic, or life‑limiting illnesses. Care is focused on symptom management, quality of life, goals‑of‑care discussions, and psychosocial support across the disease trajectory. The APP practices both autonomously and collaboratively within their established scope, partnering closely with physicians and interdisciplinary team members. All team members are responsible for performing job duties in accordance with the mission, vision, and values of Tampa General Hospital.

RESPONSIBILITIES - Outpatient Palliative Care

• Provides comprehensive outpatient palliative care evaluations and follow‑up visits
• Manages complex symptoms including pain, dyspnea, nausea, fatigue, anxiety, and depression
• Conducts goals‑of‑care discussions, advance care planning, and code status conversations
• Collaborates with patients, families, referring providers, and interdisciplinary team members to develop and implement individualized care plans
• Coordinates care across settings, including specialty clinics, primary care, home health, and hospice services
• Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic and laboratory tests as clinically indicated and in accordance with departmental protocols
• Provides patient and family education regarding disease trajectory, symptom management, and available support services
• Documents clinical encounters accurately and timely in the electronic medical record
• Serves as a clinical resource for palliative care principles and best practices within the outpatient setting
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives and promotes patient‑centered, evidence‑based care

TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Demonstrates current knowledge and clinical expertise in palliative care utilizing evidence‑based practice and established protocols
• Strong assessment and clinical decision‑making skills in managing complex, chronic conditions
• Excellent communication skills, including proficiency in sensitive and difficult conversations
• Ability to work autonomously while collaborating effectively with an interdisciplinary care team
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and electronic medical record (EMR) systems, preferably Epic
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a dynamic outpatient clinical environment
• Demonstrates professionalism, empathy, cultural sensitivity, and outstanding customer service skills
• Current licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse or Physician Assistant in the State of Florida
• National certification required for APRNs and PAs
• Experience in palliative care, hospice, oncology, geriatrics, or complex chronic disease management strongly preferred
• Strong interest in serious illness care and interdisciplinary collaboration
• New graduates with strong interest in palliative care may be considered, including participation in structured transition‑to‑practice or fellowship opportunities

TampaGeneralHospitalJobID# J5. Posted job title: Advanced Practice Provider (ARNP/ PA) - Outpatient Palliative Care

About Tampa General Hospital

Tampa General Hospital is a private not‑for‑profit hospital and one of the most comprehensive medical facilities in West Central Florida serving a dozen counties with a population in excess of 4million. As one of the largest hospitals in Florida, Tampa General is licensed for 982 beds, and with approximately 15,000 team members and providers, is one of the region’s largest employers. Consistently recognized for world‑class care, Tampa General Hospital is ranked as the #1 hospital in Tampa Bay by U.S. News & World Report for and is nationally ranked among the top 50 hospitals in the nation in six specialties. Additionally, Tampa General is ranked as “High Performing,” or among the top 10% of hospitals in the nation, in five more specialties along with 18 procedures and conditions.

Benefits

• Medical benefits
• Pet insurance
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Health savings account
• Health Care FSA
• Life insurance
• Employee assistance programs