Riverside Health System·Smithfield, Virginia
The Advanced Practice Provider will provide comprehensive patient care in collaboration with general surgeons across outpatient, inpatient, and procedural settings. Responsibilities include conducting patient evaluations, managing wound care, assisting with surgeries, and participating in hospital on-call rotations.
As a provider with Riverside Health Medical Group, you would join a team of providers who are respected leaders and part of our collaborative care delivery team.
Our providers care for our patients as if they are those they love.
Our core values are built into our provider compact that outlines our dedication to our patients as our first priority.
Our providers encourage patient involvement, embrace change, and take ownership in the success of the team and the organization.
If that resonates with you, we would like to speak to you.
$125,000.00 – $155,000.00
Actual pay depends on specialty, experience, and performance
Riverside Medical Group is currently seeking a full-time Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to join our team at Riverside Surgical Specialists in Smithfield, Virginia.
The Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) will join a high‑volume general surgery practice, providing comprehensive care to patients across outpatient, inpatient, and procedural settings. This full‑time role includes supporting the surgeon in clinic, assisting with pre‑ and post‑operative management, participating in hospital on‑call coverage, and delivering dedicated wound care services within the practice. The APP will work collaboratively with the surgical team and multidisciplinary partners to ensure high‑quality, patient‑centered care and seamless coordination throughout the continuum of treatment.
Job Requirements: Advanced Practice Provider (APP)
General Surgery Practice in Smithfield, Virginia – Full-Time
The Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) will work full-time within a newly established general surgery practice, providing both clinical and procedural support. This role includes outpatient responsibilities, inpatient rounding, wound care management, and participation in hospital call coverage.
Key Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive patient care in collaboration with general surgeons in both clinic and hospital settings.
Conduct patient evaluations, histories, physical exams, and follow-up visits.
Assist with pre-operative and post-operative management of surgical patients.
Participate in hospital on-call rotation as assigned, including inpatient consults and rounding.
Manage and treat wound care patients within the practice, including assessments, dressing changes, and ongoing monitoring.
Provide office‑based procedural care such as skin lesion excisions, punch biopsies, abscess drainages, and the removal of implanted devices including ports and dialysis catheters.
Order and interpret diagnostic tests, labs, and imaging as appropriate.
Perform approved procedures within scope of practice and credentialing.
Document all patient encounters in accordance with practice and hospital standards.
Coordinate care with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Provide patient education regarding treatment plans, procedures, and follow-up care
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Market context
In Virginia, advanced-practice roles like this are often competitive because employers look for clinicians who can work across outpatient primary care, urgent care, or emergency settings and see patients of all ages. This posting requires a master’s degree in a physician assistant program, active NCCPA certification, a DC license, and at least 2 years of experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm licensure and setting fit before applying.