Critical Care Career

Critical Care Physician Assistant

Mechanicsville, Virginia

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Expertise. Teamwork. Purpose.

In critical care, APPs are essential to delivering high-acuity, evidence-based care when it matters most. You bring advanced clinical skill, adaptability, and calm leadership to complex ICU environments—ensuring timely interventions and seamless coordination across multidisciplinary teams.

As part of the largest Critical Care organization in the U.S., you are supported by a national infrastructure and a collaborative culture that values your expertise. Whether practicing on-site or through Tele-ICU, you are empowered to make a meaningful impact in the lives of critically ill patients.

Job Type: Full Time
Job Level: Experienced
Shift: Night
Travel: No

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Job ID:

JOB-000041

Date posted:

02/18/2026

Category:

Critical Care

Redefine excellence in your career as a Critical Care Physician Assistant in Mechanicsville, Virginia at Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center

At Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center, we strive to deliver “better” to our community—better care, better collaboration, and a heartfelt dedication to those we serve. If you’re seeking a role that fosters professional growth and community connection, let’s start a conversation.

We are hiring for a nocturnist position. A nocturnist role requires working exclusively overnight shifts. Candidates must be comfortable with a nocturnal schedule and possess the ability to deliver exceptional patient care during nighttime hours.

Local Team Collaboration:

Join our close-knit team of 5 physicians and 3 advanced practitioners at Memorial Regional Medical Center and our larger team of 9 advanced practitioners and 15 physicians across our four critical care programs in the Richmond area.
Work alongside an experienced, dedicated critical care team.

Qualifications:

Board-certified/eligible physician assistants.
Active PA license with at least 3 years of independent critical care experience.
Authorized to work in the United States.

Scheduling:

Modified block scheduling.
Nocturnist: 12 hour night shifts.

Key Responsibilities:

Collaborative ICU coverage with critical care physicians.
Management of critically ill patients in the ICU.
ICU procedures to include central lines, arterial lines, intubations, etc.

Living and Working in Mechanicsville:

Mechanicsville isn’t just where we work – it’s where we live and enjoy the perfect mix of suburban comfort and easy access to all that the greater Richmond area has to offer. Richmond is home to many unique cultural centers that offer something special for everyone. Outdoor concerts and festivals, a children’s museum, art galleries, golf courses, craft breweries, wine bars, and endless shopping choices are dotted throughout the region. Foodies are drawn to Richmond for the diverse and artistically designed restaurants that are spread throughout the city and outlying communities. Simply put, Richmond has it all!

Compensation:

Comprehensive pay and perks.

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Our values in action

Uncompromising Care:

You deliver precise, patient-centered care in high-stakes moments. We support you with systems that respect your autonomy and elevate your impact because excellence is essential in every decision.
Collaboration:

You are part of a deeply connected team of APPs and intensivists who work side by side, building trust through shared decision-making and multidisciplinary coordination.
Accountability:

You lead with confidence, owning your role in the ICU, contributing to clinical strategy, and driving performance across diverse and complex care environments.
Ingenuity & Empathy:

You bring thoughtful solutions and steady leadership to critical situations, balancing clinical precision with compassion for patients, families, and your team.

Career Path

Trainee
Practicing
Single-site Leadership
Multi-site Leadership
Specialty Leadership

Trainee :
Start your journey as a new graduate or transition to an unfamiliar role by completing a structured clinical training program focused on developing essential competencies for high-quality patient care. This training is supplemented by a self-directed didactic curriculum to build a knowledge base and support ongoing professional growth.
Practicing :
Continue your career as a practicing clinician by continually expanding your clinical expertise and delivering exemplary patient care. Develop foundational leadership skills and contribute to organizational excellence by engaging in committees and supporting the implementation of quality improvement initiatives.
Single-site Leadership :
Assume leadership responsibilities at the practice level as a Lead Advanced Practice Provider, Associate Medical Director, or Medical Director. In these roles, you will oversee clinical teams, collaborate with hospital partners, and ensure both operational and clinical excellence within a single-site setting.
Multi-site Leadership :
Expand your impact by supporting multiple practices as a Regional or Divisional Lead Advanced Practice Provider. These roles emphasize the recruitment and retention of Advanced Practice Providers and facilitate team integration initiatives.
Specialty Leadership :
Advance to senior leadership as Chief Advanced Practice Officer, where you will collaborate with service line leaders to influence organizational programs and lead initiatives that develop team-based care models on a national scale.

Hear from our team

“At Sound, we don’t just hire APPs—we invest in them. From structured onboarding to ongoing collaboration with central services, we make sure our APPs have the foundation to thrive..”

April Burke,
Chief Advanced Practice Officer