What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physician Assistant position at Family Health Source Medical Centers?
Northeast Florida Health Services, Inc.
Locations: Pierson | DeLand | Deltona | Daytona, FL
Northeast Florida Health Services, Inc., a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), is seeking a full-time Physician Assistant (PA) for our Deltona location to provide high-quality, patient-centered care in our community health centers.
Responsibilities:
- Provide comprehensive primary care services to patients across the lifespan, including pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations.
- Perform physical exams, order and interpret diagnostic tests, and develop evidence-based treatment plans in an outpatient setting.
- Provide preventive care services, including screenings, immunizations, and health education.
- Manage chronic disease (diabetes, hypertension, asthma) with a focus on quality outcomes and continuity of care.
- Demonstrate safe, clinical decision-making and expert care for patients within primary care.
- Collaborate with the multi-disciplinary medical practice team to meet the needs of patients, coordinate patient care and referrals, and support the delivery of policy and procedures.
- Perform within their professional boundaries and scope of practice.
- Serve as an educational preceptor for the clinical staff including respond to questions/consultations of the staff, plan and teach in-services, follow medical protocols, handouts and clinical standards, assist in expanding the competencies of the clinical staff.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation in the electronic health record (EHR).
- Deliver culturally competent, patient-centered care, particularly for underserved population.
Qualifications:
- Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program
- Current, unrestricted Physician Assistant (PA) license in the State of Florida
- Certification by National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
- Current Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) required; Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred, as applicable
- Maintain active DEA Registration, if applicable
- Meet all requirements for credentialing and privileging
Preferred:
- Experience providing pediatric care in community health setting preferred
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive salary: commensurate with experience
- Eligibility for loan repayment through programs like the National Health Service Corps (NHSC)
- Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, CME, and malpractice coverage
- Supportive, mission-driven work environment focused on community impact
Northeast Florida Health Services, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Background Screening Requirement Notice:
In compliance with House Bill 531 (2025) Florida, this position may require a background screening through the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.
Applicants are encouraged to review important information regarding the screening process by visiting the official Clearinghouse Education and Awareness website:
https://info.flclearinghouse.com
Completion of the required screening may be a condition of employment.