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Riverside Health System
Newport News, Virginia

Advanced Practice Provider (NP or PA) - Riverside Neurosurgical & Spine Specialists - Newport News, Virginia

Physician AssistantFull-Time

Listed compensation

$125k-$155k

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Job Description

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.

Hiring Range $125,000.00 - 155,000.00

Actual pay depends on specialty, experience, and performance.

Riverside Medical Group is currently seeking a full-time Advanced Practice Provider (PA or NP, to include FNPs) to join our Neurosurgery team at Riverside Regional Medical Center in Newport News, Virginia.

As a provider with Riverside 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, we would like to speak with you.

Scope of Practice

Our neurosurgical team is dedicated to treating patients with diseases of the brain and spinal cord, including minimally-invasive spine surgery guided by 3D imaging, and innovative treatment like deep brain stimulation or MRI guided focused ultrasound for Parkinson’s disease.

Our team approach ensures comprehensive, coordinated care for patients from hospitalization through outpatient treatment and services. Principal responsibilities include outpatient clinic focusing on new patient consults and post-operative follow-up, and OR assist with the Neurosurgeon.

The Advanced Practice Provider contributes to excellence in patient care and evidence-based practice and is an integral team member of Riverside Comprehensive Neurosurgical Program.

Experience

Prior Neurosurgery experience preferred (but not required).

Education

Accredited Program for Nurse Practitioners or Physician Assistants required

Required

  • Meet comprehensive and professional standards
  • Have a current, valid state of Virginia APRN license or be eligible for one
  • Be Board Certified or Board Eligible
  • Have a valid DEA controlled substance registration
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Collaborative approach with other physicians and providers

Riverside Offers

× Very competitive salary

× Sign-on bonus

× A well-established health system

× Support from conscientious, mentor-minded physicians

× A work model that values quality and outcomes over productivity

× Excellent benefits package with generous time off, CME allowances and retirement

× Paid malpractice with tail coverage

× Advancement opportunities as a Lead APP for the service line

We recognize the crucial role that Advanced Practice Providers play in providing excellent care to all our patients and we welcome your consideration and interest! Riverside promotes diversity and provides equal employment opportunity for all qualified applicants.

Who We Are: Our Provider Compact

Our Mission

  • To care for others as we would care for those we love – to enhance their wellbeing and improve their health.
  • Our Guiding Principles: Patients First | Pursue Excellence | Stronger Together

Our 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 impact on the communities we serve. Riverside is a trusted community partner, known for its commitment to excellence in healthcare. We offer a supportive work environment, competitive compensation, and opportunities for professional growth.

  • Learn More
  • Explore Riverside Medical Group and discover why we are the perfect place to grow your career:
  • Riverside Medical Group – Provider Recruitment -riversideonline.com

Live Where Others Vacation

Enjoy life in coastal Virginia, where charming communities, rich history, and scenic beauty meet. Whether it is waterfront living, cultural attractions, or top-rated schools, you will find your perfect balance here.

Community Overview: riversidehealthsystem.box.com

What Brings People to Virginia?

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Benefit Overview

Benefits That Go Beyond the Basics

Riverside Health System is known for exceptional care—not just for our patients, but for our team members too. We are committed to supporting your well-being with innovative, holistic benefits designed to keep you engaged, fulfilled, and thriving.

  • Well-being & Support Programs
  • Safe Haven – A confidential resource for emotional support and guidance
  • VITAL WorkLife – A comprehensive support system to help address burnout, career fatigue, and mental health challenges.
  • Behavioral health and counseling
  • Clinician Peer Coaching Program
  • Legal and financial consultations
  • VITAL WorkLife mobile app
  • Worklife Concierge services
  • 24/7 phone support

Peer Coaching Resources

Riverside providers become the leaders of tomorrow. An unshakable commitment to clinical excellence is central to our culture and is made evident in our systems and technology, our emphasis on joy in the workplace, our focus on philanthropy and all we do for the communities we serve. You will be set up for success as you tap into decades of diverse expertise in evidence-based care and helpful employees.

Key Responsibilities

The Advanced Practice Provider will conduct outpatient clinic consultations and post-operative follow-ups while assisting neurosurgeons in the operating room. They are expected to contribute to evidence-based practice and provide comprehensive, coordinated care for patients with brain and spinal cord diseases.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a valid state of Virginia APRN license and be board certified or board eligible as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant. Prior neurosurgery experience is preferred, along with strong oral and written communication skills and a collaborative approach to patient care.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

DEA LicenseBoard Certification

Key Skills

Surgical assistancePatient consultation

Neurosurgery — Physician Assistant Career Context

Of the 50 active Physician Assistant listings this role was benchmarked against, 6% are remote, 70% have no call, 88% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Virginia is 101.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$140k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $138k in an average-cost state. 61.1% of Virginia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Physician Assistant market look like in Virginia?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$125k–$155kPhysician Assistant median $126k (middle half $110k–$155k)40 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$138k in purchasing powerVirginia index 101.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Physician Assistant listings in Virginia108 active4,495 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 6% remote · 70% no call · 88% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedVirginia Physician Assistant listings: 16% state a sign-on bonus · 14% offer loan repayment108 active listings, Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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Salary Distribution

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

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401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
63% this job
Sign-on bonus
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Relocation assistance
17%
Loan repayment
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Work-life snapshot

median 4.2this job 1.5
Below most Physician Assistant roles listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 4,486 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Riverside Health System

Hospitals and Health Care
Newport News, Virginia
5,001-10,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Sign-on bonus
Excellent benefits package
Generous time off
CME allowances
Retirement
Paid malpractice with tail coverage
Advancement opportunities as Lead APP
Burnout and mental health support through VITAL WorkLife

Living in Newport News

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$281k≈ 2.3× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,593/mo≈ 15% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
23 min
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.