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Physician for Advanced Outpatient Wound Care Clinic- Riverside Regional Medical Center., Newport News, Virginia
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Location

Newport News

Type

full-time

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About this role

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.

Riverside Medical Group is seeking a full-time, board-certified Physician to join our Advanced Outpatient Wound Care Clinic team at Riverside Regional Medical Center.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Leadership & Patient Care

  • Provide comprehensive medical care for patients with acute and chronic wounds, including diabetic foot ulcers, arterial and venous (or vascular) ulcers, trauma and burn wounds, post-surgical and pressure injuries, radiation injuries, and compromised grafts/flaps.
  • Serve as the attending physician for hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) patients, ensuring appropriate patient selection, treatment protocols, and safety compliance.
  • Perform and oversee wound assessments, debridement procedures (sharp, enzymatic, autolytic), biopsies, and advanced wound therapies including advanced dressings, negative pressure therapies, CTP and blood derived dressings, Total Contact Casting and imaging technologies.
  • Develop, implement, and oversee individualized wound care and HBOT treatment plans based on evidence-based guidelines.
  • Manage medical complications related to wound healing and hyperbaric therapy.

Hyperbaric Medicine Oversight

  • Provide medical oversight of hyperbaric chambers, including daily supervision of treatments and emergency preparedness.
  • Ensure compliance with DNV, and institutional standards for hyperbaric medicine.
  • Participate in hyperbaric safety committee activities and serve as a clinical resource for HBO-related issues.
  • Review and approve HBO indications, documentation, and treatment continuation.

Program & Operational Leadership

  • Serve as physician-in-charge for the outpatient wound care clinic, collaborating with nursing, podiatry, vascular surgery, infectious disease, and other specialties.
  • Contribute to program development and quality improvement initiatives
  • Work closely with clinic administration to optimize clinic workflow, patient access, and operational efficiency.
  • Support data collection and reporting related to clinical outcomes, quality metrics, and regulatory requirements.

Education & Collaboration

  • Educate patients, families, and caregivers on wound prevention, treatment plans, and long-term management.
  • Provide clinical education and mentorship to advanced practice providers, nurses,  hyperbaric technologists, rotating medical residents and medical/nursing students.
  • Collaborate with referring physicians and health system partners to ensure continuity of care, awareness of Wound Center operations and education and care plans including E-Consult and Secure Chat communication.
  • Participate in Health System and Community education and information opportunities.

Required Qualifications

Education & Training

  • MD or DO from an accredited medical school.
  • Completion of an ACGME-accredited residency program (e.g., Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Surgery, Emergency Medicine, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, or related specialty).

Licensure & Certification

  • Board Certified or Board Eligible in primary specialty.
  • Active, unrestricted medical license (or eligibility for licensure) in Virginia
  • Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBO) certification (e.g., UHMS-approved training) required.
  • ACLS certification required.

Experience

  • Demonstrated clinical experience in wound care management, including chronic and complex wounds.
  • Prior experience practicing in an outpatient wound care center strongly preferred.
  • Hands-on experience supervising or providing hyperbaric oxygen therapy.
  • Leadership or medical director experience in a wound care or hyperbaric program preferred.

Skills & Competencies

  • Strong clinical judgment and commitment to evidence-based wound care.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and interdisciplinary collaboration skills.
  • Familiarity with regulatory and documentation requirements for wound care and HBOT.
  • Ability to work effectively within a large, integrated healthcare system.

Highlights

  • Competitive base pay with incentive bonuses
  • Value Based Performance Incentive
  • Sign on Bonus Eligible
  • Loan Repayment Eligible (Riverside Health is a 501(c)3 non-profit)
  • Comprehensive Health Benefits and Retirement Package
  • Physician Time Off
  • Malpractice Coverage
  • CME Allowance
  • Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.  

💼 What Sets You Apart

  • Commitment to safety and quality
  • Passion for patient care and community health
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Commitment to evidence-based medicine and learning
  • Collaborative, team approach

🧩 Who We Are: Our Provider Compact

Our Mission:  To care for others as we would care for those we love – to enhance their wellbeing and improve their health.

Our Guiding Principles:  Patients First | Pursue Excellence | Stronger Together

Our Compact:

  • We are resolute in our commitment to safety and quality
  • We listen with empathy and communicate constructively
  • We collaborate with a spirit of collegiality and mutual respect
  • We are educators, mentors, and lifelong learners

🌊 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

Other facts

Tech stack
Clinical Leadership,Patient Care,Wound Care Management,Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy,Patient Education,Interdisciplinary Collaboration,Quality Improvement,Evidence-Based Medicine,Communication Skills,Leadership Skills,Regulatory Compliance,Mentorship,Operational Efficiency,Data Collection,Teamwork,Compassionate Care

About Riverside Health System

Riverside Health is a non-profit, integrated network of hospitals, physicians, continuing care facilities, wellness centers, etc. providing comprehensive, high quality health care services to citizens of eastern Virginia. Riverside has been the leading provider of state-of-the-art healthcare in the region since 1915.

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Team size: 5,001-10,000 employees
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Industry: Hospitals and Health Care
Founding Year: 1915

What you'll do

  • The physician will provide comprehensive medical care for patients with various types of wounds and oversee hyperbaric oxygen therapy. They will also lead the outpatient wound care clinic, collaborating with other specialties and contributing to program development.

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Why join Riverside Health System as a Physician for Advanced Outpatient Wound Care Clinic- Riverside Regional Medical Center., Newport News, Virginia?

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