Advanced Practice Provider for Orthopedics (Hand Sub-Specialized) - Riverside Medical Group - Newport News, Virginia

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: $120,000.00– $155,000.00

Actual pay depends on specialty, experience, and performance

• Provide high-quality clinical care for patients with hand, wrist, and upper extremity conditions, including acute injuries, chronic conditions, post-operative needs, and non-operative musculoskeletal concerns.
• Serve as a primary clinical resource for patient evaluation, follow-up care, treatment planning support, patient education, and care coordination within the orthopedic hand service.
• Conduct comprehensive histories and physical examinations, order and interpret appropriate diagnostic studies, and develop evidence-based care plans in collaboration with the supervising physician.
• Support management of common and complex upper extremity diagnoses, including fractures, tendon and ligament injuries, nerve compression syndromes, arthritis, overuse injuries, wounds, and post-surgical recovery needs.
• Provide primarily outpatient clinical coverage, with responsibilities focused on direct patient care, access support, post-operative visits, clinical triage, patient education, care coordination, and continuity of care.
• Support care delivery across the Newport News and Williamsburg orthopedic clinic footprint as a regular part of the APP’s practice.
• Assist with procedures within the APP scope of practice, which may include injections, splinting/casting support, wound care, suture/staple removal, and other clinic-based interventions as appropriate.
• Collaborate closely with the supervising orthopedic hand surgeon, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, athletic trainers, therapy teams, imaging services, and the broader Riverside provider network.
• Coordinate care with hand therapy, rehabilitation services, primary care, urgent care, emergency departments, and specialty providers to support excellent outcomes and patient experience.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives, patient access strategies, clinical workflows, and the continued development of a high-quality outpatient hand and upper extremity practice.
• Maintain a strong commitment to safety, quality, evidence-based practice, patient-centered care, and professional collaboration.

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program.
• Current or eligible licensure in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
• Certification as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner, as applicable.
• Orthopedic, hand surgery, upper extremity, emergency medicine, urgent care, sports medicine, or musculoskeletal experience preferred.
• Experience with fracture care, post-operative orthopedic care, injections, splinting/casting, wound care, or upper extremity conditions preferred.
• Strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and ability to work effectively in a collaborative physician-led care model.
• Commitment to quality outcomes, patient experience, access, and multidisciplinary care.
• Ability and willingness to support a regular clinical footprint in both Newport News and Williamsburg.

• Experience or strong interest in orthopedic hand and upper extremity care.
• Ability to provide a strong, reliable clinical presence in a busy outpatient orthopedic practice.
• Genuine interest in the nuances of hand and upper extremity care, including chronic, neuropathic, soft-tissue, arthritic, post-operative, and non-operative musculoskeletal conditions.
• Excellent patient communication and education skills.
• Comfort managing a broad range of musculoskeletal and post-operative concerns in a primarily clinic-based setting.
• Collaborative, team-oriented approach to patient care.
• Commitment to safety, quality, evidence-based medicine, and continuous learning.
• Interest in helping grow a high-quality hand and upper extremity program within Riverside Orthopedics.

🌊 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.

🌐 Learn More

Explore Riverside Medical Group and discover why we’re the perfect place to grow your career:
🔗 Riverside Medical Group – Provider Recruitment -https://www.riversideonline.com/provider-recruitment/riverside-medical-group#

Company Overview:

Why Join Riverside?

Riverside Health System 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.

🌊 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 schools—you’ll find your perfect balance here.

Community Overview: https://riversidehealthsystem.box.com/s/ag9d6g1j52czvde9vd7zv8aw1ywkp9a3

What Brings people to Virginia

https://www.planetware.com/tourist-attractions/virginia-usva.htm

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’re 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’ll be set up for success as you tap into decades of diverse expertise in evidence-based care and helpful employees