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Physician Assistant in Gainesville
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What they do
A Physician Assistant provides medical care to patients, under the supervision of a physician or surgeon. Works in all areas and specialties of medicine, and is licensed to practice medicine but has less formal certification than a physician. Performs duties delegated by a physician such as recording patient medical histories, ordering diagnostic tests, or giving immunizations. May serve as the primary healthcare provider, in consultation with a part-time physician, in communities with limited health care resources.
$131,309 / year median in Virginia
+18% projected growth
Job Description
Job Ref:
3173951362Employer:
Network Company Name:
Dogwood Medical Group Industry:
Healthcare otherJob Type:
Full Time State:
Virginia City:
Gainesville Zip Code:
20155Post Date:
09/11/2026Job Description Job Description Position Overview:
Dogwood Medical Group, a patient-centered medical practice located in Gainesville, Virginia, is seeking a dedicated Primary Care Physician Assistant to join our team. This full-time position involves providing comprehensive primary care services to adult patients (ages 18+), including routine visits and basic gynecologic care (optional), with no required procedures. Our practice is known for its high-quality care and supportive environment, which includes our friendly office dog who works full-time alongside our team.Key Responsibilities:
Provide comprehensive primary care services including routine visits, annual physical exams and Medicare Annual Wellness Visits. Manage a patient panel of adults aged 18 and older, seeing approximately 15 patients per day. Develop and implement individualized patient care plans. Emphasize preventive care and health education. Maintain accurate and timely patient records in compliance with healthcare regulations.Qualifications:
Certification:
Must be a certified Physician Assistant.Licensure:
Active Virginia license or willingness to obtain one.Experience:
Preferred 1+ year of post-graduate experience in a primary care setting; however, exceptional new graduates are encouraged to apply.Personal Attributes:
Must have a fondness for dogs, as our office dog is an integral part of our team.Compensation and Benefits:
Competitive salary with achievable production bonus opportunities. Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance. Retirement plan options. Generous paid time off (PTO). Malpractice insurance coverage. Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance. Production and quality bonus opportunity. Our practice is a proud member of Privia Medical Group, a national physician organization with more than 4,300+ providers with over 1,100+ locations in multiple states. Through high-performance physician groups, accountable care organizations, and population health management programs, Privia works in partnership with health plans, health systems and employers to better align reimbursements to quality and outcomes. Company Description At Dogwood Medical Group, our mission is to provide high-quality, patient-centered care to the growing communities of Gainesville, Haymarket and the surrounding area. We specialize in primary care and internal medicine, managing chronic conditions like hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol and cardiovascular disease. Company Description At Dogwood Medical Group, our mission is to provide high-quality, patient-centered care to the growing communities of Gainesville, Haymarket and the surrounding area. We specialize in primary care and internal medicine, managing chronic conditions like hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol and cardiovascular disease.Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Other Retirement and Savings
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance