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