2ND SHIFT CERTIFIED PHYSICIAN ASST 4
Listed compensation
$111k-$140k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about call expectations, weekend coverage, nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
- Req ID: 46471 Team: O28 CLINIC ADMIN Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding
- US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes
- Full-TimeShift: 2nd Relocation: No relocation assistance available Virtual/Telework Opportunity: No - Not eligible for telework
- Travel Requirements: Yes, up to 10% of the time
- Clearance Required: No - Clearance Not Required to Start
- Salary Range: $111,000.00 to $140,000.00
The anticipated salary range represents the estimated base pay for this role. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors, and may vary from the posted range
Meet HII’s Newport News ShipbuildingWith more than 25,000 employees – including third-, fourth- and even fifth-generation shipbuilders – HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division is the largest industrial employer in Virginia.
We’re the sole designer, builder and refueler of U.S. Navy nuclear aircraft carriers and one of two providers of U.S. Navy nuclear submarines.
Our diverse and innovative team of professionals ranges from skilled trades to project managers, engineers and software developers to solution architects, technical subject matter experts, and system users.
We collaborate together at the forefront of technology, manufacturing, and integration of the most powerful and survivable naval ships in the world. Want to be part of the team? Apply today! We look forward to meeting you. The Role
This position will support 2nd shift occupational health operations in the NNS onsite clinic.
Works to maintain optimum levels of health, reduce absenteeism, reduce medical disabilities, and contain medical costs. Recommends medical and health policies and preventative measures of eliminating or minimizing industrial injuries and diseases.
Evaluates workers' compensation cases and provides medical consultation on temporary and permanent disability cases. Participates in the formulation and administration of the organization's health care programs.
May collaborate on related matters such as safety programs, industrial hygiene and health promotion programs. Will act as the lead Physician Assistant and provide leadership direction and technical counsel to less experience members of the Medical staff.
May provide employee health services to one or more operating facilities in the organization. Must Have
Must have 5-7 years of PA experience. Must be a graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program and a licensed Physician Assistant and be NCCPA certified. Why HIIWe build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber.
HII’s diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.
Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.
Working at HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including: medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plan choices, on-site health centers, tele-medicine, wellness resources, employee assistance programs, savings plan options (401K), financial education and planning tools, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships, and more. Some benefits may vary depending on your specific division or work location.
Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions.
Do You Need Assistance? If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.
Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #2 for Newport News Shipbuilding.
Key Responsibilities
Support second shift occupational health operations to maintain employee health and reduce medical costs and absenteeism. Act as the lead Physician Assistant providing technical counsel and leadership to the medical staff.
Requirements
Must be a graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program, NCCPA certified, and a licensed Physician Assistant. Requires 5-7 years of PA experience and US citizenship.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Key Skills
Occupational Health — Physician Assistant Career Context
Of the 50 active Occupational Health listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 74% have no call, 74% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Virginia is 101.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$126k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $124k in an average-cost state. 61.1% of Virginia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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