General Pediatrics - Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
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Job Description
Pediatric Associates is seeking a full-time Advance Practice Practitioner to join one of our practices in Jacksonville, Florida.
Build a path to your future with the largest pediatric practice in the nation!
Key Highlights
- Sign on bonus
- Relocation bonus
- Spanish speaking preferred
- Flexible start date
- No call responsibility
- National Health Service Corp (NHSC) - approved site (Eligible for Student Loan Repayment)
- Flexible scheduling options
Position Overview
- Opportunity for 4 or 5-day work week
- 1:4 Saturday 8am-12pm
- Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
Comprehensive Benefits
- Sign on Bonus
- Medical/Dental/Vision - Benefits effective day one
- Life Insurance
- Short/Long Term Disability
- 401(k) with matching benefit
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holidays
- Medical Malpractice
- CME Opportunities
- Relocation Allowance
- Licensure Renewals and Maintenance of Board Certification
- AI Scribe Technology
Education, Licensure & Certification
- Successful completion of an Accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Program
- Physician Assistants must have passed the NCCPA certification exam
- Nurse Practitioners graduating after July 1, 2006, must be board certified
- Nurse Practitioners must be certified by the ANCC or PNCB
- Current, Unrestricted license to practice medicine or the ability to obtain in the State of Florida
- Current, Unrestricted DEA license or the ability to obtain in the State of Florida
- Meets all requirements to obtain medical staff membership and privileges as required
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required
- Minimum 2 years of experience in pediatric primary care setting.
The mission of Pediatric Associates is to enhance the lives of all children, their families, and communities by delivering the highest quality of pediatric healthcare and service in a compassionate and healthy environment.
Pediatric Associates is Florida’s largest privately owned primary care pediatric practice, with more than 100 locations. From newborns to college students, we offer comprehensive, quality-focused services.
Our team of highly qualified Board-Certified Pediatricians and experienced Nurse Practitioners/Physician Assistants deliver superior care with compassion. We believe in establishing a provider-parent partnership to ensure the best care for your child.
Join an established and welcoming pediatric practice in the heart of Jacksonville. Our Main Street office has deep roots in the community and offers comprehensive outpatient care supported by an experienced team of pediatricians and advanced practice providers.
Enjoy the resources of the nation’s largest pediatric primary care organization while building lasting relationships with local families. Jacksonville provides an attractive lifestyle with beaches, waterways, year-round recreation, and no state personal income tax.
Pediatric Associates Family of Companies is the largest pediatric primary care organization in the United States, providing care to over 1.6 million children across more than 250 locations in seven states, plus Mexico. Founded in 1955 in Florida, it is a physician-led, patient-centric network offering comprehensive services.
Join us at Pediatric Associates and be a part of a team that values excellence, empathy, and innovation in pediatric healthcare. Together, we can shape a brighter and healthier future for the next generation.
The Pediatric Associates Family of Companies is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Key Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive pediatric primary care services to patients ranging from newborns to college students in an outpatient setting. Collaborate with a team of pediatricians and advanced practice providers to deliver high-quality, compassionate healthcare.
Requirements
Must have completed an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program and hold current, unrestricted licensure in Florida. Requires a minimum of 2 years of experience in a pediatric primary care setting and relevant board certifications.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Pediatrics — Nurse Practitioner Career Context
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).
Of the 50 active Pediatrics listings this role was benchmarked against, 16% are remote, 60% have no call, 80% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 7.9 / 10 · top 10% in pediatrics (np) | ranked against 257 Pediatrics (NP) listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Pediatrics median $139k (middle half $129k–$159k)289 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost of living | Florida index 103.4 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Pediatrics listings in Florida | 30 active | 276 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 16% remote · 60% no call · 80% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | sign-on bonus · loan repayment | Florida Nurse Practitioner listings: 15% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 4% offer loan repayment715 active listings, Oct 2026 |
| Pediatric Associates Family of Companies | silver tier, 73/100 | Top Employers work-life index54 active listings |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates General Pediatrics - Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant at Pediatric Associates Family of Companies a 7.9 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 10% in Pediatrics (NP) — ranked against 257 active Pediatrics (NP) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.
Location & Logistics
Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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