As part of the Pediatric Child Protection Team the Physician Assistant (PA) will be responsible for assisting licensed physicians and performing examinations/diagnosis of organizational clients. Participates as part of the multidisciplinary team and shares and interprets medical data. This position is based in the Tallahassee, FL office covering Franklin, Gadsden, Jefferson, Leon, Liberty, Madison, Taylor and Wakulla Counties. Determines situations requiring a medical examination or further testing/ hospital services/record reviews and in conjunction with supervisors and medical director. Takes patient histories, conduct physical examinations, and record the data in the patient's record; Performs physical examinations and/or diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, as well as orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests. Works in conjunction with the Registered Nurse in satellite offices (via Telemedicine) as the medical provider on record. Formulates comprehensive health management plans for patients in collaboration with physicians, pharmacists, and other medical professionals. Orders & performs medical and clinical tests on clients as appropriate; Provides physician and pharmacist referrals to patients in need of further medical care and services. Provides education and instruction to residents and students. Contributes to the development, implementation, and expansion of programs and initiatives Participates in meetings, functions, events, and committees, as well as in a team of interdisciplinary health care providers.



Maintains inventory and ordering of medical supplies, assists with recertification of clinic licensing and applications for medical supplies. Assists with and Presents trainings in the community (Family Support Services, Department of Children and Families, law enforcement, schools, & community organizations), with professional staff (nursing students, residents, medical students, visiting physicians & guests), and with new organizational Participates on the CPT Statewide quality assurance team: Participates with Medical Record Review, Video Conferencing and training for 1 to 2 CPT Site Visits to Teams outside of Tallahassee as a medical Follow up is required with training & recommendations to establish consistency across Florida in conducting and recording medical information in the CPT electronic medical record (currently being beta tested). Completes research and publications as directed by the Chief of the Division of Child Protection and Pediatric Interns, Residents, CPT Statewide Colleagues, Child Abuse Fellowship
- Mentor (5%) Under the direction of the Chief for the Division of Child Protection and Forensic Pediatrics, this position will Residents, Students and newly hired CPT personnel. Required Qualifications Licensed as a Physician Assistant in accordance with Chapter Florida Statutes. Children's Medical Services (CMS) approved physician extender (as defined in the CMS Provider Handbook – Licensed Non-Physician Healthcare Professionals).

📌 Physician Assistant- Cpt Tallahassee (León)
🏢 University of Florida
📍 León