Physician for Trauma, ACS & Critical Care Surgery - Riverside Medical Group - Riverside Regional Medical Center - Newport News, Virginia
Workplace injuries
Riverside Hospital Services in Newport News reported 6 work injuries and illnesses to OSHA for 2025 over 1,853,458 hours worked: 0.6 per 100 full-time workers, against 5.1 per 100 full-time workers at general hospitalsnationwide. With its hours, the best estimate leaning on similar sites is 0.8 per 100 full-time workers. None describe violence by a patient, resident or client in the case's own words. This is the employer's own report. Workplace injuries by employer.
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From 1 October 2025 to 30 June 2026, the US Labor Department certified 4 H-1B applications from Riverside Health for physicians, offering a median $161.06 an hour (the low end of each application's wage range). That is the employer's record, not a promise for this job: ask its recruiter whether this one sponsors a visa. Every employer that sponsors physicians.
Medicare rating of Riverside Regional Medical Center
Medicare gives Riverside Regional Medical Center 3 of 5 stars (Jul 2026; Virginia's hospitals average 3.7). 80% of its patients said their nurses always communicated well (the middle US hospital: 79%). Medicare did not cut its pay for patient harm in fiscal 2026. Its central line bloodstream infections ran 83% below predicted by Medicare's measure. Patients' ratings of their care, not employees' of the job. Its other hospitals · Virginia hospitals by rating.
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About the job
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.
Hiring Range: $425,000.00 – $595,000.00
Actual pay depends on specialty, experience, and performance
Riverside Medical Group is seeking a full‑time Trauma/Acute Care Surgeon to join our established trauma service at Riverside Regional Medical Center, the regional hub for Riverside Health.
Position Highlights
- Full‑time schedule: 25 shifts per month
- Mix of 12‑hour primary trauma/acute care coverage and 12‑hour back‑up call
- Team structure:
- Six full‑time trauma/acute care surgeons
- Five full‑time Advanced Practice Providers
- Scope of practice:
- Trauma, Surgical Critical Care, and Emergency General Surgery
- Collaborative practice model with APPs
- Continuous teaching opportunities with General Surgery, OB/GYN, and Emergency Medicine residents
- Compensation:
- Competitive base salary with incentives for production, finance, quality, and retention
- APP supervision stipend
- Opportunity to perform elective surgery for additional compensation when not on call
Program Features
- Supported by an experienced Trauma Program Manager
- Robust infrastructure including internal registrars, PI coordinators, and educators
- Participation in TQIP and NSQIP
- Strong Hospital‑Based Violence Intervention Program
Qualified Candidates
- Board Certified in General Surgery
- Fellowship trained in Trauma and Surgical Critical Care
- Board Certified or Board Eligible in Surgical Critical Care
- Eligible for an unrestricted Virginia medical license
- No history of license revocation, restriction, or susp
Education
- MD/DO from an accredited medical school (required)
Experience
- Successful completion of residency and fellowship (required)
Licenses & Certifications
- Virginia Physician License (MD/DO)
- Valid, unrestricted DEA
💼 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. 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.
🌐 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#
🌊 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
Benefit Overview
🎁 Benefits That Go Beyond the Basics
Riverside Health System is known for exceptional care - not just for our patients, but for our team members too. We’re committed to supporting your well-being with innovative, holistic benefits designed to keep you engaged, fulfilled, and thriving.
🌟 Well-being & Support Programs
- Safe Haven – A confidential resource for emotional support and guidance
- VITAL WorkLife – A comprehensive support system to help address burnout, career fatigue, and mental health challenges
- Behavioral health and counseling
- Clinician Peer Coaching Program
- Legal and financial consultations
- VITAL WorkLife mobile app
- Worklife Concierge services
- 24/7 phone support
- Peer coaching resources
Riverside providers become the leaders of tomorrow. An unshakable commitment to clinical excellence is central to our culture and is made evident in our systems and technology, our emphasis on joy in the workplace, our focus on philanthropy and all we do for the communities we serve. You’ll be set up for success as you tap into decades of diverse expertise in evidence-based care and helpful employees
From Riverside Health's job posting, checked 13 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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