Physician Assistant - Interventional Radiology

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 143,000 - 207,000; Full time

Job summary

The Fredericksburg Health Care Center within the Central Virginia VA Health Care System is seeking a Physician Assistant to join the Interventional Radiology Section. The role involves supervised medical and procedural support for IR services, patient evaluation, planning, and coordination of care.

Key duties include IR procedure support, consent, and post-procedure documentation, with a schedule of M-F 8:00 am - 4:30 pm and no telework.

Qualifications

• License as Physician Assistant recognized in the United States.
• Current credentials to practice as a Physician Assistant in VA healthcare settings.

Responsibilities

• Provides supervised medical and procedural support for the Interventional Radiology service.
• Performs initial and interim histories and physical examinations.
• Assists in obtaining informed consent for procedures.
• Orders routine laboratory, radiologic, EKG, and diagnostic testing under supervision.
• Develops competency in basic IR procedures under supervision (paracentesis, thoracentesis, image-guided aspiration, catheter removals, lumbar puncture, tube exchanges).
• Completes post-procedure documentation and orders; coordinates admissions and discharges.
• Participates in scheduling, coordination with IR staff, anesthesia, and support staff.
• Contributes to quality assurance and data collection.

Job description

Physician Assistant - Interventional Radiology

• Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

The Fredericksburg Health Care Center is seeking a Physician Assistant to become apart of the Interventional Radiology Section within the Central Virginia VA Health Care System.

Key Responsibilities

VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. The Interventional Radiology Physician Assistant (PA) will provide supervised medical and procedural support for short stay unit patients, and outpatients under the care of the Interventional Radiology service. The selected PA participates in evaluation, treatment planning, procedural care, patient education, and coordination of care.

Duties and responsibilities include but not limited to: Performs and documents initial and interim patient histories and physical examinations. Assists in obtaining informed consent for procedures from patients or designated medical decision makers. Orders routine laboratory, radiologic, EKG, and diagnostic testing under supervision.

Develops competency in the performance of basic IR procedures under direct supervision including paracentesis, thoracentesis, image-guided aspiration, catheter removals, lumbar puncture, and tube exchanges. Completes post-procedure documentation and enters appropriate orders. Provides patient and family education regarding procedures, preparation, and follow-up care. Participates in inpatient rounds and assists in coordinating admissions and discharges.

Assists attending physicians during complex procedures. Coordinates patient scheduling and procedural preparation with IR nursing staff, technologists, anesthesia service, and Medical Support Assistants. Demonstrates developing proficiency in recognizing and responding to routine clinical problems encountered in IR patients. Assists in reviewing and processing IR consults. Supports coordination of outpatient clinic and procedural scheduling.

Participates in quality assurance and data collection activities. Maintains accurate and timely clinical documentation. Work Schedule: M - F 8 am - 4:30 pm Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position.

Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Contract Buy Out Program: This position may be eligible for the Physician / Provider Contract Buy Out Program (CBOP), which authorizes VHA to buy out service contracts (Locum agreements, loan repayments, sign-on bonus contracts, Physician-owned practices) in exchange for employment at certain rural or highly rural facilities for a period of obligated service (minimum 4 years).

For additional information and eligibility requirements, contact the VHA Contract Buy Out Program Manager at [e-mail].

Requirements & Education

Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education.

For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $143131 – $207492/yr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-09.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.