Advanced Practice Provider for Breast and Plastic Surgery - Riverside Surgical Specialists - Riverside Medical Group - Newport News, Virginia

Join Riverside Health Medical Group

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 is currently seeking a full time Advance Practice Provider for Breast and Plastic Surgery to join our team in Newport News, Virginia.

The Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant will work collaboratively with breast surgeons and plastic surgeons to manage patients throughout the entire continuum of surgical care, including the high-risk breast clinic, pre-operative assessment, and post-operative follow-up. For physician assistant candidates, responsibilities may also include limited intra-operative assistance. This role involves managing benign breast disease, supporting active breast cancer cases, and providing post-surgical care for plastic surgery, including tissue expander management and wound care.

Key Responsibilities

1. Clinical Care (Breast Surgery & Program Support)

• Manage high-risk breast clinics, assess benign breast disease, and provide care for patients with active breast cancer.
• Perform comprehensive physical assessments, order/interpret diagnostic tests (imaging, lab work), and develop treatment plans.
• Perform in-office procedures such as breast biopsies, aspirations, and skin punch biopsies.
• Provide survivorship care and genetic screening referrals.
• Participation in community education initiatives as needed.

2. Plastic Surgery Support (Reconstructive & Cosmetic)

• Perform pre- and post-operative evaluations for patients undergoing plastic surgery, including breast reconstruction, lymphedema management, and abdominal surgeries.
• Manage surgical wounds, remove drains, and manage tissue expanders.
• Provide support for cosmetic procedures, which may include assisting with Botox, fillers, etc.

3. Administrative & Coordination

• Coordinate care with a multidisciplinary team, including medical oncology, radiation oncology, and breast imaging.
• Document care in EPIC /iCare electronic medical record.
• Participate in tumor boards and quality improvement initiatives.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Nurse Practitioner: Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited program.
• Physician Assistant: Master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program.

Licensure & Certification

• Current Virginia Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license (or eligibility to obtain).
• National board certification (AANP, ANCC, or NCCPA).
• Valid DEA registration (or ability to obtain prior to start).
• BLS required; ACLS preferred depending on procedural/inpatient involvement. As part of maintaining NAPBC accreditation, additional APP certifications may be required over time.

Experience:

• Previous experience in a surgical setting, specifically oncology, breast surgery, or plastics is highly preferred.
• Skills: Strong clinical assessment skills, ability to work independently, and excellent patient communication.

Typical Schedule

• Full-time, MondayFriday.
• Mixed setting: Ambulatory clinic, and hospital rounds.

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

Our Provider 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.

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 schoolsyou'll find your perfect balance here.