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Healthcare United
Jacksonville, Florida

Pain Management Physician Assistant Opportunity in Jacksonville, FL | Full-Time APP Opening

Physician AssistantFull-Time

Compensation

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Posted 3mo ago

Job Description

Healthcare United is seeking a Physician Assistant for a full-time Pain Management opportunity in the Jacksonville, Florida area.

This is a full-time, permanent position with a growing multidisciplinary pain management team focused on improving patient function, comfort, and quality of life across acute and post-acute care settings.

The incoming Nurse Practitioner will play a vital role in evaluating, diagnosing, and managing patients experiencing acute and chronic pain. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary care teams in a collaborative setting focused on evidence-based, patient-centered care.

The ideal candidate will have strong clinical judgment, excellent communication skills, and a compassionate approach to managing complex patients. This role is well-suited for an Advanced Practice Provider who wants to practice at the top of their license while receiving strong physician and team support.

Key Responsibilities Include

  • Comprehensive patient evaluations, including detailed medical histories and physical examinations
  • Evaluation, diagnosis, and management of acute and chronic pain conditions
  • Assessment and management of related comorbid medical conditions
  • Review and interpretation of diagnostic tests and clinical findings
  • Development and adjustment of individualized treatment plans
  • Ongoing patient care using advanced clinical protocols and best practices
  • Collaboration with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary care team members
  • Patient and family education regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, expectations, and pain-management strategies
  • Accurate, timely, and compliant medical documentation
  • Support of safe clinical practices, patient confidentiality, and regulatory compliance
  • Continued awareness of advancements in pain management and clinical guidelines

This is an excellent opportunity for a Nurse Practitioner seeking a full-time pain management role with physician collaboration, supportive resources, complex patient cases, and meaningful work focused on improving patient outcomes.

The Jacksonville, Florida area offers coastal access, year-round outdoor activities, family-friendly communities, a strong healthcare market, and no state income tax.

If you are seeking a collaborative Pain Management APP opportunity with strong clinical support and long-term growth potential, contact Healthcare United today.

Requirements

  • Active DEA license required
  • Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience as an Advanced Practice Provider required
  • Master’s degree from an accredited NP/PA program
  • Current and unrestricted Florida APRN license
  • Board certification as applicable
  • Experience in pain management, acute care, post-acute care, primary care, internal medicine, orthopedics, neurology, or complex patient management preferred
  • Strong clinical foundation in advanced practice care and pain management fundamentals
  • Ability to assess medical conditions, interpret findings, and contribute to effective treatment planning
  • Strong clinical judgment and ability to manage complex patient situations
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating within a team-based environment
  • EHR proficiency
  • Commitment to patient confidentiality, professionalism, and ethical standards
  • Compassionate, patient-centered approach with focus on functional outcomes

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation package
  • Full-time, permanent Pain Management APP opportunity
  • Specialized focus in pain management
  • Collaborative, supportive clinical team environment
  • Opportunity to work with complex and rewarding patient cases
  • Practice at the top of your license with physician support
  • Meaningful work focused on improving patient function and quality of life
  • Strong clinical resources and interdisciplinary support
  • Jacksonville, Florida area location with coastal access and no state income tax
  • Additional benefits to be discussed with qualified candidates

Key Responsibilities

The Physician Assistant will evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients with acute and chronic pain conditions within a multidisciplinary team. Responsibilities include developing individualized treatment plans and collaborating with interdisciplinary care teams to improve patient function and quality of life.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Patient EvaluationPatient EducationInterdisciplinary CollaborationChronic Pain Management

Pain Medicine — Physician Assistant Career Context

Of the 50 active Pain Medicine listings this role was benchmarked against, 6% are remote, 58% have no call, 60% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Florida is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 58.1% of Florida clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Pain Medicine pay on WeekdayDoc is up 6.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Pain Management Physician Assistant Opportunity in Jacksonville, FL | Full-Time APP Opening at Healthcare United a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 25% in Pain Medicine — ranked against 35 active Pain Medicine listings on WeekdayDoc.

Location & Logistics

Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

Top Physician Assistant Jobs

50 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution50 jobs · 41 employers

12
<$155k
8
$155k-170k
17
$170k-185k
10
$185k-200k
3
$200k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks39 jobs

401k / retirement match
87%
CME allowance
67%
Sign-on bonus
56%
Loan repayment
15%
Relocation assistance
8%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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#2

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#3

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#4

Urgent Care Advanced Practice Clinician (PA-C or ARNP)

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+ 48 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 6.4this job 7.2
Better work-life than 80% of Pain Medicine listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 35 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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Living in Jacksonville

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$271k
Typical market rent
$1,601/mo
Residents’ average commute
24 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
99.5
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Jacksonville, FL metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.