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.
Physician Assistant Opportunity -Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology |
Manassas, Haymarket, & Culpeper Virginia Position Overview:
UVA Community Health is seeking an experienced Physician Assistant to join a high-performing Radiology team serving three community hospitals across Northern Virginia. This is a unique opportunity to practice at the intersection of diagnostic and interventional radiology, with a role designed to balance fluoroscopic procedures and image-guided interventions in a dynamic, patient-centered environment. Providers in this position benefit from a physician-led, highly collaborative culture backed by the resources of an academic health system, meaningful variety through a multi-site practice model, exposure to both inpatient and procedural care, and a thoughtfully structured scope that allows clinicians to build expertise across approximately diagnostic and interventional radiology.
Practice & Team Environment:
Supportive, physician leadership with strong APP engagement Highly engaged executive leadership committed to safety and sustainable practice models Culture of partnership and flexibility, with an emphasis on clinician well-being There is a culture of "Yes," with a strong commitment to partnering with providers to establish the optimal patient-provider experience Experienced clinical and administrative support teams Community-based organization committed to serving with a growing medical group and strong backing of an academic medical center Highly competitive benefits package Competitive salary and incentives Access to teaching conferences, grand rounds, and other CME related activities Excellent access to subspecialty care locally and across the Health System Generous time off and CME policies
Clinical Responsibilities:
Diagnostic Radiology:
Perform real-time fluoroscopic procedures (e.g., barium swallows, upper GI series, esophagrams, joint injections/arthrograms, lumbar punctures, HSGs). Review prior imaging, gather clinical history, and formulate accurate assessment plans. Generate clear, accurate preliminary procedural reports for attending radiologist review. Possess or able to obtain ARRT fluoroscopy training to operate fluoroscopy
Interventional Radiology:
Perform light IR procedures (e.g., paracentesis, thoracentesis, PICC insertions, port removals, lumbar punctures). Conduct daily inpatient rounding for pre- and post-procedural IR patients.
Patient Care & Coordination:
Conduct comprehensive pre-procedural histories, physical exams, and lab reviews. Review prior imaging Obtain informed consent, thoroughly explaining risks, benefits, and alternatives to patients. Provide post-procedure education and follow-up care instructions to patients and families. This position will rotate to all 3 Community Health Hospitals located in Manassas, Haymarket, and Culpeper.
Candidate Qualifications:
NCCPA-certified Physician Assistant Virginia licensure (or eligibility) Fluoroscopy training (VA Board compliant) Strong clinical judgement, procedural proficiencies, collaborative and communication skills Experience with diagnostic fluoroscopy, arthrograms, paracentesis, thoracentesis, lumbar punctures, or other image-guided procedures Prior experience in radiology, interventional radiology preferred The base compensation range for this role is an hourly rate of $61.28 - $74.82 for a 1.0 clinical FTE status. Individual compensation will be determined by fair market value and the selected candidate's qualifications, clinical experience, specialty training, credentials, and/or education. Please note that the pay range does not include any applicable incentive compensation programs, such as productivity, quality, non-productivity, or other incentives that may be available for eligible positions.
