Consulting Physician Assistant

OrthoVirginia; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 111,000 - 167,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional, collegial environment

Generous 401(k) incentive plan

Paid malpractice

Annual CME Reimbursement

Plus PTO

Holiday and Weekend pay - position  –

Job summary

OrthoVirginia, Virginia’s largest provider of musculoskeletal care, seeks a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner for inpatient orthopedic consult coverage in a hospital-based setting. The role emphasizes evaluation, care coordination, and collaboration with on-call orthopedic surgeons.

The position offers a predictable weekday schedule (Mon-Fri 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM) with no routine late-night duties, and optional on-call weekend coverage may be available to gain additional experience and

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program.
• Current or eligible Virginia licensure.
• DEA certification (or ability to obtain).
• BLS certification.
• Orthopedic, surgical, emergency medicine, hospitalist, or acute care experience (preferred but not required).
• New Graduates Encouraged to Apply.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and assess orthopedic consults throughout the hospital.
• Obtain patient histories, perform physical examinations, and review diagnostic studies.
• Present clinical findings, assessments, and treatment recommendations to the orthopedic surgeon on call.
• Collaborate with the orthopedic surgery team to develop and implement patient care plans.
• Facilitate timely consult completion, care coordination, and treatment planning.
• Document patient encounters accurately and efficiently within the electronic medical record.
• Communicate effectively with physicians, nursing staff, case management, therapists, and other healthcare team members.
• Assist with patient education regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, and follow-up care.
• Participate in quality patient care initiatives and departmental activities as needed.

Skills

BLS certification

DEA certification

Virginia licensure

Education

Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program

Job description

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.

OrthoVirginia is seeking a dedicated Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) to provide inpatient orthopedic consult coverage in a collaborative hospital-based practice. This provider will serve as the primary APC responsible for evaluating orthopedic consults, coordinating care, and partnering closely with the orthopedic surgeon on call to ensure timely and effective patient management. This position offers a predictable weekday schedule with no routine late-night responsibilities, making it an excellent opportunity for both experienced providers and new graduates interested in orthopedic surgery.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Evaluate and assess orthopedic consults throughout the hospital.
• Obtain patient histories, perform physical examinations, and review diagnostic studies.
• Present clinical findings, assessments, and treatment recommendations to the orthopedic surgeon on call.
• Collaborate with the orthopedic surgery team to develop and implement patient care plans.
• Facilitate timely consult completion, care coordination, and treatment planning.
• Document patient encounters accurately and efficiently within the electronic medical record.
• Communicate effectively with physicians, nursing staff, case management, therapists, and other healthcare team members.
• Assist with patient education regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, and follow-up care.
• Participate in quality patient care initiatives and departmental activities as needed.

Schedule: Monday through Friday 7:00 AM - 4:30 PM
No routine late-night responsibilities

Optional Ortho On-Call (OOC) weekend coverage opportunities may be available for providers interested in additional clinical experience and compensation.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program.
• Current or eligible Virginia licensure.
• DEA certification (or ability to obtain).
• BLS certification.
• Orthopedic, surgical, emergency medicine, hospitalist, or acute care experience (preferred but not required).
• New Graduates Encouraged to Apply.

We welcome motivated new graduate PAs and NPs with a strong interest in orthopedic surgery. Comprehensive mentorship and collaboration with experienced orthopedic surgeons and APCs will be provided to support clinical growth and professional development.

Why Join OrthoVirginia?

• Competitive salary
• 100% outpatient setting
• Professional, collegial environment
• Generous 401(k) incentive plan
• Paid malpractice
• Annual CME Reimbursement
• plus PTO
• Holiday and Weekend pay - position specific

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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With more than 150 orthopedic specialists in over 35 locations in Lynchburg, Northern Virginia, Richmond, Southwest Virginia, and Hampton Roads, OrthoVirginia is Virginia’s largest provider of orthopedic medicine and one of the leading providers of physical, hand and occupational therapy. As one of the largest orthopedic specialty practices in the country, OrthoVirginia’s nationally recognized physicians provide advanced surgical and non-surgical care to patients of all ages.