Advanced Practice Provider (NP or PA) - Riverside Neurosurgical & Spine Specialists - Newport News, Virginia
Listed compensation
$125k-$155k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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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
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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.
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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
Key Skills
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).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $125k–$155k | Physician Assistant median $126k (middle half $110k–$155k)40 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$138k in purchasing power | Virginia index 101.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physician Assistant listings in Virginia | 108 active | 4,495 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 6% remote · 70% no call · 88% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Virginia Physician Assistant listings: 16% state a sign-on bonus · 14% offer loan repayment108 active listings, Oct 2026 |
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