Trauma Surgery Job at First Physicians Group in Sarasota, FL

Sarasota Memorial First Physicians Group is seeking a Certified Physician Assistant for a busy Orthopedic Trauma group that provides expert surgical and non-surgical care for patients with traumatic extremity and pelvis injuries.

A successful candidate will be a self-starter, motivated, energetic, prepared, and have a desire for continued learning. Responsibilities in support of three ortho-trauma surgeons are equitably divided among four Physician Assistants providing coverage in the hospital, OR, and clinic.

Opportunity Highlights

Sarasota Memorial is consistently recognized for its delivery of quality care and best patient experience in the nation.

• Orthopedics Recognized by  U.S. News for 2025-2026  High Performing Specialties – Top 10% in Nation.
  
• SMH-Sarasota has been recognized with a 5-star rating from the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) 10 years in a row! We are the only hospital in Florida – and among fewer than 20 nationwide – to receive continuous 5-star ratings since CMS began the ranking program in 2016.
• SMH was ranked #22 out of 700 companies featured in Forbes and #9 in the health care sector.
• Recognized in the U.S. News’ 50 “Best Hospitals” list in 2025-2026.

• Earned straight “A” Grades for Patient Safety from Leapfrog since 2016.
• Sarasota Memorial is a 4-time winner of Gallup’s award and one of only 62 organizations worldwide to win the “Exceptional Workplace Award” for engagement in 2025.
• Named among the World’s Best Hospitals for a 7^th year in a row by Newsweek, 2025.
• Earned Magnet Nursing Recognition five times from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) since 2003. Sarasota Memorial has remained the only hospital in the region with Magnet recognition for the past 20 years.

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).
• Orthopedic Training
• 2 years’ experience in Orthopedics preferred
• Trauma experience preferred but not required
• BLS required, ACLS certification preferred
• Ability to work independently
• Attention to detail

Benefit Highlights:

• Competitive salary
• No contract or non-compete clause, candidates sign offer letters only.
• Full array of benefits offered including health, dental, vision, long term disability, PTO, 403B Retirement Plan, and much more.
• As an employee of a public, State of Florida organization, Physician Assistants are entitled to sovereign immunity.
• We are a Nonprofit 501(c)(3). Physician Assistants can participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program if employed by the group.
• No state tax in Florida.
  

Please contact Helen Convery, Provider Recruiter, for more information about this opportunity. 

Sarasota Memorial First Physicians Group is one of the Gulf Coast’s largest primary and specialty care groups. The group is comprised of 600+ Physicians and Advanced Practice Providers covering 49 specialties in 70 practice locations throughout Sarasota and Manatee Counties. FPG has been delivering excellent care for the past 30 years, and it is backed by the tradition and strength of Sarasota Memorial Health Care System.