Advanced Practice Provider for Riverside Surgical Specialists - Riverside Medical Group - Smithfield, Virginia

• 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.
• 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 Qualifications Licensure & Certification Current Nurse Practitioner license in the State of Virginia or eligibility to obtain.
• Current Physician Assistant license in the State of Virginia or eligibility to obtain.
• National Board Certification: NP: AANP or ANCC certification PA: NCCPA certification Valid DEA registration (or ability to obtain prior to start).
• BLS required; ACLS preferred, especially if the role includes hospital or procedural work.
• Minimum of 1–2 years of surgical or acute care experience preferred; new graduates with strong clinical rotations may be considered.
• Experience or strong interest in wound care management.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced surgical environment.
• Strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and attention to detail.
• Willingness to participate in hospital call rotation.
• Highlights Comprehensive Health Benefits and Retirement Package Physician Time Off Malpractice Coverage CME Allowance Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. 💼 What Sets You Apart Commitment to safety and quality Passion for patient care and community health Strong communication and interpersonal skills Commitment to evidence-based medicine and learning Collaborative, team approach 🧩

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Our Provider Compact Our Mission: To care for others as we would care for those we love – to enhance their wellbeing and improve their health. Our Guiding Principles: Patients First | Pursue Excellence | Stronger Together Our Compact: We are resolute in our commitment to safety and quality We listen with empathy and communicate constructively We collaborate with a spirit of collegiality and mutual respect We are educators, mentors, and lifelong learners 🌊 Why Riverside? At Riverside, we care for others as we care for those we love. Our culture is built on clinical excellence, joy in practice, and meaningful community impact. 🌐 Learn More Explore Riverside Medical Group and discover why we’re the perfect place to grow your career: 🔗 Riverside Medical Group – Provider Recruitment -https://www.riversideonline.com/provider-recruitment/riverside-medical-group# Company Overview: Why Join Riverside? Riverside Health System is a trusted community partner, known for its commitment to excellence in healthcare. We offer a supportive work environment, competitive compensation, and opportunities for professional growth. 🌊 Live Where Others Vacation: Enjoy life in coastal Virginia, where charming communities, rich history, and scenic beauty meet. Whether it’s waterfront living, cultural attractions, or top-rated schools—you’ll find your perfect balance here. Community Overview: https://riversidehealthsystem.box.com/s/ag9d6g1j52czvde9vd7zv8aw1ywkp9a3 What Brings people to Virginia https://www.planetware.com/tourist-attractions/virginia-usva.htm Riverside Health Established in 1915, Riverside Health is a non-profit, integrated health network dedicated to serving the communities of Eastern Virginia. Riverside’s network of services includes acute care, Riverside Medical Group, lifelong health, academic residency programs and fellowships and community benefit initiatives. Facilities include four acute-care hospitals with a Level II Trauma Center and NICU, as well as a mental health and recovery hospital with a dedicated psychiatric emergency department. Additional facilities include a physical rehabilitation hospital, and a critical illness recovery hospital operated in partnership with Select Medical. Riverside is currently expanding its footprint with the construction of Riverside Smithfield Hospital, opening in early 2026. Riverside Medical Group is one of Virginia’s largest and most diverse multispecialty group practices composed of more than 800 physicians and advanced practice providers in locations throughout the region. Specialties and services include primary care, internal and family medicine, urgent care, imaging and diagnostics, cancer care, cardiology, neurosciences, orthopedics and sports medicine, women’s health and more. Riverside Lifelong Health encompasses three active senior living communities, four lifelong health and rehabilitation facilities, The Martha W. Goodson Center and At Home services consisting of ChooseHome, in-home private care, home health, palliative care and hospice care. Riverside’s network of care also includes two medical wellness and fitness centers, comprehensive physical therapy services, the Riverside Foundation and the Riverside College of Health Sciences. For more information on Riverside Health, visit riversideonline.com and follow us on Twitter, Facebook, Linkedin, Instagram and YouTube. Eastern Virginia The area offers a variety of local attractions, including Virginia’s Historic Triangle (Williamsburg, Jamestown, Yorktown), the Virginia Beach oceanfront and the Shenandoah Valley, all within driving distance. You can experience all four seasons, the mountains, the ocean and are only a few hours from our nation’s capital. There are options for rural and urban living, local public schools are some of the best in Virginia and the area is family-friendly, with attractions like Busch Gardens and Water Country USA close by. At a Glance Five acute care hospitals (Riverside Smithfield Hospital opens January 2026) Three specialty hospitals: Riverside Mental Health & Recovery Center, Long-term Acute Care in partnership with Select Medical and Rehabilitation in partnership with Select Medical A coverage area of 8,000 square miles in eastern Virginia More than 9,500 team members More than 800 clinical providers Over 110 Riverside Medical Group offices M.D. Express Urgent Care Three Active Senior Living Communities Four Lifelong Health & Rehabilitation locations At Home Services – ChooseHome, In-Home Private Care, Home Health, Palliative Care and Hospice Care The Martha W. Goodson Center Physical Therapy and Medical Wellness & Fitness Centers Awards The Leapfrog Group Hospital Safety Grade A – Riverside Regional Medical Center, Riverside Doctors’ Hospital Williamsburg CHIME Digital Health Most Wired Recognition – Riverside Health Top 100 Rural and Community Hospitals in the U.S. – Riverside Shore Memorial Hospital 2025 Becker’s Healthcare Nation’s Top Medical Training Facilities – Riverside Simulation Training Lab 2025 U.S. News & World Report Best Nursing Homes List – Patriots Colony at Williamsburg, Sanders and Riverside Lifelong Health & Rehabilitation Smithfield 2024 Newsweek 150 Best Spine Surgeons in the U.S. – Dean Borissov Kostov, M.D. & William H. McAllister IV, M.D. 2024 List of Great Community Hospitals – Riverside Shore Memorial Hospital Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI) Certified Age-Friendly Hospital – Riverside Doctors’ Hospital Williamsburg At Riverside Health, your trust and safety are our top priorities. 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