Physician Assistant PA-C

Nephrology Associates of Tidewater established in 1978 is seeking a motivated and clinically strong Physician Assistant to join our nephrology team providing inpatient care and daily hospital rounding . This role works closely with nephrologists to manage hospitalized patients with acute and chronic kidney disease, dialysis needs, and related conditions. The ideal candidate is comfortable in a fast-paced hospital environment and values collaborative, patient-centered care. Responsibilities Perform daily inpatient rounding on nephrology patients Evaluate and manage patients with acute kidney injury, chronic kidney disease, electrolyte disorders, hypertension, and dialysis-related complications Provide clinical coverage in hospital-based and/or outpatient dialysis units , as assigned Assess dialysis patients before, during, and after treatments Manage dialysis-related issues including volume status, access concerns, blood pressure management, and lab abnormalities Collaborate with nephrologists, dialysis nursing staff, and interdisciplinary teams to optimize dialysis care Write and manage dialysis-related orders, including medication adjustments and treatment parameters Review dialysis adequacy, laboratory results, and trends Obtain histories, perform physical exams, and document findings in the EMR Communicate effectively with nursing staff, hospitalists, specialists, patients, and families Participate in care coordination and discharge planning Provide patient education related to kidney disease and dialysis modalities Qualifications Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program Current PA licensure (or eligibility) in the state of practice Prior inpatient or hospital-based experience preferred Nephrology experience strongly preferred (training provided for motivated candidates) Strong clinical judgment, organization, and communication skills Quality lifestyle, work life balance! Our Physician Extenders do not take call, work business hours, and are not required to work weekends or holidays!!! This position involves travel between dialysis clinics, hospitals, and possibly medical offices in the Hampton Roads region. Candidates must be able to work independently. Mileage reimbursement is provided.

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$110,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Experience:

EMR systems: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Physician Assistant License (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person