APP Fellow- Acute Care Surgery
About The Position
About Carilion Clinic Carilion Clinic is a not-for-profit, mission-driven health system where innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning are at the core of everything we do. Headquartered in Roanoke, VA, Carilion includes award-winning hospitals, Level I and III trauma centers, specialty institutes, and the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine and Research Institute. Position Summary The Acute Care Surgery (ACS) APP Fellowship is a 12-month, full-time training program designed for Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants seeking advanced experience in trauma, emergency general surgery, and surgical critical care. Based at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital—a 718 bed academic medical center and the region’s only Level I Trauma Center—this fellowship provides immersive, hands-on clinical training in a high-acuity environment. Program Highlights 12-month structured fellowship Training in a Level I Trauma Center Simulation lab and procedural training Off-service and community ED rotations Participation in surgical grand rounds and lectures APP-led mentorship and leadership structure
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
- Eligible for Virginia licensure
- Strong interest in acute care, trauma, or surgical critical care
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Graduate of an Accredited School of Nursing and Nurse Practitioner Program or Accredited Physician Assistant Program.
- Clinical experience appropriate to specific practice/ department preferred.
- Current Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license required.
- DEA licensure required.
- Eligible for prescriptive authority in accordance with State regulations and as authorized by the Virginia Boards of Nursing and Medicine.
- Demonstrates knowledge and competency of core skills, related to assigned area, that serves as a basis for continued growth and progression of skills and pace.
- Demonstrates good written and oral communication skills.
- Computer literacy required for automated computer systems and programs such as electronic medical records.
Nice To Haves
- Skills & Competencies Developed Advanced clinical decision-making Procedural proficiency (including ultrasound basics) Trauma and critical care management Interdisciplinary teamwork and communication
Responsibilities
- Perform histories, physical exams, and clinical assessments
- Diagnose and manage acute, trauma, and surgical conditions
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests
- Develop and implement treatment plans
- Perform bedside procedures (e.g., I&D, chest tubes, central lines)
- Assist in surgical care and patient management
- Provide patient and family education
- Document care in electronic medical records
- Coordinate care, referrals, and discharge planning
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams
Benefits
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
- Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B)
- Paid Time Off (accrued from day one)
- Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers
- Access to our health and wellness app, Personify Health
- Discounts on childcare
- Continued education and training
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
