Colorectal Surgery APN/PA - Collaborative, Impactful Role

VHC Health; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 123,000 - 234,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Wellness benefits

Retirement benefits

Job summary

VHC Health Physicians in Arlington, Virginia is seeking a dedicated Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner) to join the Colorectal Surgery team. The APP will collaborate with colorectal surgeons and multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care across outpatient, inpatient, and perioperative settings.

The ideal candidate has strong clinical judgment, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to evidence-based, patient-centered care within a nationally recognized health

Qualifications

• Master's degree in nursing or PA program completion.
• Virginia NP or PA licensure required.
• NCCPA certification required for PAs.
• BLS certification required; ACLS preferred.
• Two+ years NP/PA experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments, histories, and physical examinations.
• Evaluate and manage patients with benign and malignant colorectal conditions.
• Conduct outpatient follow-up visits and postoperative evaluations.
• Participate in inpatient rounding and ongoing patient management.
• Order, interpret, and review diagnostic testing and laboratory studies.
• Develop treatment plans in collaboration with supervising physicians.
• Assist with perioperative care, discharge planning, and transitions of care.
• Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans, procedures, medications, and postoperative recovery.
• Coordinate care among surgeons, primary care providers, specialists, nursing teams, and ancillary services.
• Document clinical encounters accurately and efficiently within the electronic medical record.
• Perform procedures within approved privileges and scope of practice.
• Support quality improvement initiatives and evidence-based clinical practice.

Skills

Clinical excellence

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Master's Degree in Nursing

Virginia NP or PA licensure

Virginia RN licensure for NP

NCCPA certification for PA

Job description

VHC Health Physicians in Arlington, Virginia is seeking a dedicated Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner) to join the Colorectal Surgery team. The APP will collaborate with colorectal surgeons and multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care across outpatient, inpatient, and perioperative settings.

The ideal candidate has strong clinical judgment, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to evidence-based, patient-centered care within a nationally recognized health