AGACNP / PA-C - Endocrinology - Sarasota / Venice, Florida

Sarasota Memorial First Physicians Group is seeking to employ an AGACNP/PA-C with specialization in Endocrinology to join their growing employed physician group on the West Coast of Florida.

Sarasota is located approximately 60 minutes south of Tampa and 1.5 hours north of Fort Myers on the West Coast of Florida. The area is known for its nationally recognized schools, arts & cultural events, great restaurants, and minutes from the beautiful beaches of Siesta Key, Longboat Key and Lido Key.

Responsibilities include:

• Join an established and growing practice of 4 Endocrinologists and 1 APP.
• Full-time, Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
• Will see patients at two practice locations, Sarasota and Venice.
• Will work closely with endocrinologists and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care to patients with endocrine disorders, including diabetes, thyroid diseases, osteoporosis, adrenal and pituitary disorders, and metabolic conditions.
• Prior experience in managing a diabetic patient population is highly desirable.
• Call of 1:6

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).
• Board Certified Adult/Family Nurse Practitioner, who has active, relevant, and routine experience in 2 of the last 4 years (defined as at least 1,000 acute care inpatient encounters over two years).
• BLS required. 

Highlights of the opportunity

• 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, APPs are entitled to sovereign immunity.
• We are a Nonprofit 501(c)(3). APPs can participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program if employed by the group.
• No state tax in Florida.

Please contact Lana Griffin, Provider Recruiter, at 941-917-3391 or Lana-Griffin@smh.com for more information about this opportunity.

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. 

Founded in 1925, Sarasota Memorial Health Care System is a regional medical center offering Southwest Florida’s greatest breadth and depth of care, with more than 2,000 physicians and advanced practice providers and nearly 2 million patient visits a year across its network of care. Sarasota County’s largest employer, the health system includes two full-service hospitals in Sarasota and Venice, a freestanding ER in North Port and Lakewood Ranch, and a comprehensive network of outpatient centers, urgent care clinics and physician practices that stretch from Manatee County to North Port. As the region's only public health system and not-for-profit health care provider, SMH serves as a critical safety net for the uninsured in Sarasota County.

In 2025 Sarasota Memorial Health Care System will continue to invest in transformative projects including construction of the Milman-Kover Outpatient Cancer Pavilion and the Kolschowsky Research and Education Institute. We are also breaking ground on two new medical campuses to serve the fast-growing North Port and Wellen Park communities in south Sarasota County.   

Sarasota, Florida is located on the beautiful West Coast of Florida. Sarasota offers a dazzling spectacle of lifestyle options.  In the Sarasota area, you can enjoy the breathtaking beaches and sunsets, educational museums, operas, ballets, plays, golf tournaments, and boat races. You can join in tennis, pickle ball, water skiing, shell collecting, bird watching, growing exotic tropical plants, university classes, golf, or boating.

Cultural landmarks include the John and Mable Ringling Museum which features the works of Peter Paul Rubens, as well as fine Baroque and Renaissance collections. Sarasota takes center stage as a thriving center of the arts. Professional theatre companies include: Asolo Theatre Company, Florida Studio Theatre, and Players of Sarasota. Sharing the spotlight are the Sarasota Ballet of Florida, Sarasota Opera, the Florida West Coast Symphony and the Venice Symphony. The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall provides a full season of touring Broadway productions, ballet, symphonic concerts and performances by a wide variety of musicians.

For the finest shopping and dining, you can check out UTC Mall or enjoy bustling St. Armand’s Circle. Located on one of Sarasota’s beautiful barrier islands, St. Armand’s boasts over 140 upscale shops, boutiques and restaurants. Main Street in downtown Sarasota is always special with its unique specialty shops, cafes and popular nightclubs. https://careers.smh.com/livinghere/