Primary Care Physician Assistant

Introduction to the Role and Practice 

Centra Medical Group Amherst is part of a dedicated group of providers that
provides comprehensive primary care for the entire family. Our mission is to
provide the community with access to quality care, improving the overall
wellness and lifestyle of each of our patients. We provide care to pediatric,
adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.

By joining our team, you will have the satisfaction of providing a full range of
care to a varied patient panel backed by a top-rated health care system with a
fully implemented EMR and admitting hospitals nearby. 

Centra Medical Group (CMG) is a comprehensive network of nearly 600 employed
providers within Centra Health. Centra Health services a population of 600,000
community members with 70 different outpatient and specialty practices. Centra
offers primary care and specialty services across Central and Southern
Virginia—from Lynchburg to Danville, Farmville, Moneta, and Bedford. CMG
includes family practices, specialists, and surgeons in fields such as
cardiology, neurosurgery, psychiatry, urology, and more.
CMG is also home to the Lynchburg Family Medicine Residency, a training program
for future family physicians, many of whom hold academic appointments with
institutions like UVA, VCU, VCOM, and Liberty University.

Grow with a Health System that Invests in You
At Centra Medical Group, we’re building a culture where Advanced Practice
Providers thrive. Through our partnership with ThriveAP—the nation’s leading
transition-to-practice program—new graduate NPs and PAs receive a year of
structured clinical education, mentorship, and peer learning to accelerate
confidence and readiness.
Join Centra Medical Group and grow with an organization that invests in your
professional and long-term success. ThriveAP provides Family Medicine NPs and
PAs with a structured transition-to-practice experience focused on clinical
readiness, continuity of care, and long-term patient relationship building
across diverse populations.

What We Offer

* Competitive, transparent compensation represents a mix of base, hourly
excess, and incentive pay.  
* Student loan reimbursement
* Relocation
* CME allowance  
* Centra is a not-for-profit health system; many of our providers are
participating in the federal PSLF program.  
* Short term disability automatically enrolled.  
* 403(b) and 457(b) tax deferred savings plan; Immediate vested employer
contribution match
* Comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, dental
insurance, life insurance, and more. 

Amherst, Virginia offers the charm of small-town living with easy access to the
amenities of nearby Lynchburg. Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge
Mountains, Amherst is known for its scenic beauty, outdoor recreation, and
welcoming community. Residents enjoy hiking, fishing, and exploring local parks
and trails, as well as proximity to destinations like the Blue Ridge Parkway and
the Appalachian Trail. The area features a low cost of living, excellent
schools, and a relaxed pace of life, making it an ideal place for both
individuals and families. With its blend of natural beauty and convenient access
to healthcare, education, and cultural opportunities, Amherst provides a high
quality of life in Central Virginia.