PRN Physician

UVA Health

. Provide physician services by assessing and managing patients in clinics, hospitals, assisted living facilities, ambulatory surgery centers, and other locations within licensing, training, and credentialing scope .

Posted 11/5/2026part-timeCharlottesville • Virginia • United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in patient assessment, diagnosis, and management within clinical settings, adhering to Virginia regulations and UVA Health System policies. Proficient in performing diagnostic studies, procedures, and surgeries while effectively communicating with healthcare teams and educating patients.

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Doctor Of Medicine (MD) Or Doctor Of Osteopathy (DO)Board Certification In SpecialtyUnrestricted Virginia Medical LicenseCurrent DEA CertificatePatient Management

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Hard Skills

Patient AssessmentDiagnosis FormulationDiagnostic Studies InterpretationCPT And ICD Diagnosis CodingEmergency Therapy InitiationMedication OrderingSurgical ProceduresClinical EducationHealth Risk Profile IdentificationDocumentation Of Health Histories

Soft Skills

Attention To DetailEffective CommunicationCompassionate Patient InteractionTeam CollaborationEducational Program Development

Tools & Technologies

Computerized SchedulingElectronic Health Records

Certifications & Qualifications

Board CertificationCurrent DEA Certificate

Industry Keywords

UVA Health SystemVirginia Prescribing RegulationsClinical EducationHealthcare Team CommunicationQuality Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide physician services by assessing and managing patients in clinics, hospitals, assisted living facilities, ambulatory surgery centers, and other locations within licensing, training, and credentialing scope
Work with the medical director, administrative management, office manager, and nursing staff to facilitate patient management
Independently assess, diagnose, and initiate medical processes or procedures within training, experience, and UVA Health System credentials
Document comprehensive health histories, physical assessments, and episodic evaluations; initiate CPR or emergency therapy when needed
Formulate diagnoses, identify problems and health-risk profiles, and communicate findings to the healthcare team
Perform, order, and interpret diagnostic studies including X-rays and laboratory tests
Perform procedures and surgeries within scope of practice and privileges
Order medications, treatments, and therapies in accordance with Virginia prescribing regulations
Request consultations and initiate referrals to physicians, specialists, and other healthcare providers
Evaluate patient responses to disease processes and therapeutic or diagnostic interventions
Educate and support patients and families regarding disease processes, diagnostic procedures, medications, and treatment plans
Participate in on-call responsibilities in practice or inpatient settings
Manage patients according to UVA Health System and UVA UPG policies and procedures
Participate in hospital, nursing home, assisted living, or other institutional care settings as appropriate
Examine population systems and processes and recommend, develop, implement, and evaluate improvement strategies
Promote timely and compassionate communication between families and the healthcare team
Report births, deaths, contagious disease outbreaks, and other legally required health information
Meet quality standards established by the Medical Director and/or UVA Health System
Serve on nursing, medical, and administrative committees as needed
Participate in clinical education for medical students, interns, residents, and graduate nurses
Participate in peer and other review activities
Prepare reports, claims, and correspondence related to professional services
Promote the professional practice of the group
Follow UPG, UVA Health System, CMS, and contracted payer policies and procedures
Accurately assign CPT and ICD diagnosis codes
Work with Administrative Management on ABN and other payer requirements to support timely claim payment
Educate healthcare professionals and develop/present educational programs and teaching materials
Maintain practice through continuing education and professional conferences
Serve as a clinical resource to nursing, medical, and allied healthcare practitioners
Perform other assigned duties commensurate with physician services

Requirements

What you’ll need

Graduate of an accredited medical school with a Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) degree
Completion of an accredited residency in the chosen specialty
Board certification in specialty; if newly graduated from residency, certification must be obtained within 2 years of graduation and kept current
Unrestricted license to practice within the Commonwealth of Virginia
Current DEA certificate without restriction
Experience utilizing a personal computer and computerized scheduling
Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills
Attention to detail and ability to write legibly
Ability to lift/push/pull 50–100 lbs
Ability to tolerate prolonged standing, frequent bending/stooping, overhead/extensive/repetitive reaching, and repetitive computer keyboard motion
May be exposed to noise, radiation, radioactive materials, blood/body fluids, and infectious disease

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal opportunity employment, including veterans and individuals with disabilities
Continuing education opportunities through conferences, rounds, reports, lectures, journal clubs, and professional conferences
Participation in clinical education and professional development activities