Physician Assistant

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Henrico, NC, USA
In-Office
111K-167K Annually
Entry level
Healthtech • Telehealth
The Role
Provide orthopedic patient care including histories, physical exams, diagnostics, treatment plans, preoperative assessments, medication administration, follow-up care, documentation, coordination with surgeons/physicians, and support to medical and office staff across multiple facilities.
Summary Generated by Built In

At OrthoVirginia, you’re part of a team dedicated to delivering expert orthopedic and therapy care across the state. As Virginia’s largest provider of musculoskeletal care, we offer full-time and part-time opportunities in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

With more than 159 physicians in over 35 locations—including Lynchburg, Northern Virginia, Richmond, Southwest Virginia, and Hampton Roads—OrthoVirginia is a leader in orthopedic surgery, non-surgical care, and physical, hand, and occupational therapy. Our nationally recognized specialists treat a full range of musculoskeletal injuries and conditions, helping patients of all ages move, heal, and thrive.

Join us and become part of a trusted network committed to excellence in orthopedic care.

Primary Functions & Responsibilities:

  • Performs physical examination, compiles medical data and records medical history and implements a treatment plan on new and established patients
  • Orders appropriate diagnostic studies when indicated Instructs patients and families regarding treatment plan and medications
  • Consults with physician when warranted to assess patient condition and treatment
  • Ensures that medical charts and administrative paperwork is completed in a timely manner
  • Provides monitoring and continuity of care between physician visits
  • Provides follow-up care to patients according to practice guidelines
  • May perform preoperative assessment of patient and confirms completion of required documentation
  • Assesses patient status for compliance with physical, emotional and social admission requirements
  • May or may not perform thorough preoperative work-up for the scheduled procedures
  • Notifies Medical Director or attending physician if patient does not meet criteria or is not suitable for treatment in the outpatient setting
  • Confirms that medical clearance and all diagnostic tests are performed and documented
  • Supports the patient and family by explaining the perioperative experience with specific instructions to the patient and family regarding their responsibility in the outpatient process
  • May or may not coordinate the surgical schedule considering special needs of the patient
  • Performs within guidelines of specific privileges approved by the governing body and delegated by the Medical Director
  • May confer with the surgeon about the planned anesthetic to be administered
  • Documents orders and considerations specified by surgeon and carried out by Physician
  • Monitors patients and administers medications according to Facility policy
  • Performs preoperative activities according to Facility policy
  • Provides support to medical and office staff

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

  • Ability to assess situations, resolve within scope of ability, or escalate as appropriate
  • Ability to respond effectively to emergencies, actual events or drills.
  • Ability to follow instructions with little supervision
  • Ability to maintain professional demeanor in all aspects of role
  • May make hospital rounds for physicians when indicated
  • Assists in completing paperwork for patients as indicated
  • Travels between facilities when indicated
  • Strong customer service skills and excellent communication skills

Compensation Range for this position:

$111,200.00 - $166,800.00

Compensation for this role will be based on several factors, including the candidate's qualifications, relevant experience, education, skills, certifications, geography/market, and internal equity considerations.


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Skills Required

  • Ability to assess situations, resolve within scope of ability, or escalate as appropriate
  • Ability to respond effectively to emergencies, actual events or drills
  • Ability to follow instructions with little supervision
  • Ability to maintain professional demeanor in all aspects of role
  • Strong customer service skills and excellent communication skills
  • Ability to travel between facilities when indicated
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The Company
1,309 Employees

What We Do

OrthoVirginia is Virginia's largest provider of orthopedic medicine and a leading provider of physical, hand, and occupational therapy. Operating in over 35 locations, the practice delivers patient-centered, outcome-focused care. Its mission is to champion healthy, vibrant, and active communities through the expertise of over 160 orthopedic specialists providing both surgical and non-surgical care to patients of all ages.

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