Advanced Practice Provider (APP) - Lorton Office

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants are a crucial part of our healthcare team, bringing a unique blend of clinical expertise and compassionate care to our medical practice. Fairfax Family Practice Centers is an independent family medical practice, established over 50 years ago, with nine offices in Fairfax, Loudoun, and Prince William Counties . We offer a unique opportunity to practice in a collaborative environment, side by side with other APPs and physicians, providing high-quality, patient-centered medical care to our community.

This role also offers flexibility in scheduling, allowing you to maintain a healthy work-life balance – something that’s not always available in hospital or large practice settings. Additionally, we support our team’s growth and development with one-on-one professional engagement to support career advancement.

We are seeking licensed Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for an APP to build strong, lasting patient relationships while working in a supportive and well-structured practice environment.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Conducting comprehensive patient evaluations, including obtaining medical histories, conducting physical exams, and treatment planning.
• Diagnosing and managing acute and chronic illnesses in coordination with supervising physicians, utilizing evidence-based medicine and adhering to established clinical guidelines to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Prescribing authority, when appropriate, including understanding pharmacology and prescribing medications.
• Managing overall patient care and devising individualized care plans.
• Educating and counseling patients on preventive care, health maintenance and disease prevention.
• Collaborating with physicians and other healthcare professionals.
• Ensuring compliance with healthcare laws and regulations.
• Maintaining accurate and detailed patient records and documentation in electronic medical records system (EMR).
• Participating in research and quality improvement initiatives.
• Performing clinical procedures within scope of practice.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and staff to ensure seamless patient care.

Qualifications & Skills

• Master's or Doctorate degree through an accredited program
• Current and unrestricted Virginia license.
• Certification from a recognized certifying body (e.g., AANP, ANCC, NCCPA).
• Minimum of one year of clinical experience in primary care, family medicine preferred (new graduates with strong clinical rotations may be considered).
• Strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) systems.
• Commitment to continuing education and professional development.
• Advanced clinical training and experience.
• Proficiency in performing clinical procedures.
• Strong understanding of healthcare laws and ethics.
• Ability to manage complex patient cases.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Dedication to providing high-quality patient care.
• Ability to work independently, while collaborating effectively with a healthcare team.
• Up-to-date knowledge of medical advancements and technologies. Familiarity with state and federal regulations regarding scope of practice for APPs.
• Understanding of patient privacy laws, including HIPAA compliance.