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Physician Asst/Instructor. I - Plastic Surgery

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Job Identification: 44508

Job Category: Faculty

Apply Before: 04/05/2027, 11:30 AM

Degree Level: Master's Degree

Locations: 12901 Bruce B Downs Blvd, Tampa, FL, 33612, US

Hiring Salary: Commensurate with experience

Essential Personnel: Yes

Job Description

The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg and USF Health. In 2025, U.S. News & World Report recognized USF with its highest overall ranking in university history, as a top 50 public university for the seventh consecutive year and as one of the top 15 best values among all public universities in the nation. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine in the highest tier, placing it as one of the top 16 medical schools in the nation and inside the top 10 among public universities. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $750 million in research funding in 2025 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of nearly $10 billion for the state of Florida. USF's Division I athletics teams compete in the American Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu .

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) in the Department of Plastic Surgery is responsible for delivering high-quality, patient-centered care across the continuum of reconstructive and aesthetic plastic surgery services. Working collaboratively with plastic surgeons, residents, nurses, and multidisciplinary teams, the APP provides comprehensive outpatient and inpatient clinical management, perioperative care, first-assist support in the operating room, and patient education. This position plays a critical role in improving patient access, enhancing surgical efficiency, optimizing clinical outcomes, and supporting the academic, research, and educational missions of USF Health while maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and compassionate care.

Responsibilities

Clinical - Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including medical history, physical examinations, and documentation for reconstructive and aesthetic plastic surgery patients.
Evaluate new and established patients in both outpatient clinic and inpatient settings.
Develop, implement, and modify treatment plans in collaboration with supervising plastic surgeons.
Order, interpret, and communicate laboratory, radiographic, and diagnostic test results.
Perform preoperative evaluations and surgical clearances within scope of practice.
Provide postoperative care, including wound assessments, drain management, dressing changes, splinting, and suture/staple removal.
Diagnose and manage common postoperative complications, escalating care to the attending surgeon as appropriate. Assist in the operating room as First Assist, including tissue handling, exposure, retraction, hemostasis, suturing, and wound closure. Performs other duties as assigned.

Responsible to a Chair or other appropriate higher level administrator of a State university. Responsible for teaching, service, and related activities. May be responsible for research and/or academic advising and related activities. May represent the university, college/school, or department/unit on university and/or Statewide committees.

Qualifications

Master's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate field of specialization or equivalent qualifications based on professional experience and otherwise qualified to perform assigned duties. Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Instructor.

This position requires graduation from an accredited Advanced Practice Registered Nurse academic degree program and certification as outlined in Florida Statutes 464 and Florida Administrative Code, Chapter 64, or graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant academic degree program and certification as outlined in Florida Statutes 458 and 459 and Florida Administrative Code, Chapter 64.

Degree Equivalency Clause: Four years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree.

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