Physician Assistant – Spine Surgery

VSI•Reston, VA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

VSI is the premier Center of Excellence for spinal health care in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. We are seeking an exceptional Physician Assistant to join our highly specialized team of spine surgeons and eleven elite PAs. This is a highly specialized PA role designed for clinicians who enjoy complex pathology, close collaboration with surgeons, and continuous learning. For over 30 years, VSI has delivered unparalleled spine care, improving the lives of more than 100,000 patients through an uncompromising commitment to clinical excellence, innovation, and patient-centered outcomes. Our practice operates in a concierge, out-of-network model that prioritizes time, precision, academic rigor, and extraordinary care over volume.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program
NCCPA certification
Active Virginia PA license (or eligibility)
Exceptional interpersonal skills and professional maturity
Ability to thrive in a high-acuity environment with strong clinical standards and team-based support
A genuine commitment to excellence in patient care

Nice To Haves

This role is ideal for a Physician Assistant who: Wants more than a “job”
Values culture, mentorship, and growth
Seeks meaningful responsibility and impact
Is motivated to practice at the top of the profession

Responsibilities

Comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment planning for spine patients in the office
Interpretation of advanced imaging (X-ray, MRI, CT, nuclear medicine, labs)
High-level patient education using imaging, models, and individualized counseling
First-assist responsibilities in complex spinal procedures, including discectomy, disc replacement, spinal fusion, instrumentation, detailed anatomic dissection, and wound closure
Participation in technologically advanced spine surgery incorporating robotics, augmented reality, and AI-driven planning and execution
Direct patient communication, including daily follow-up and care coordination
Medication management with thoughtful, evidence-based prescribing
Preventative care and education related to musculoskeletal health and osteoporosis
Active collaboration within a multidisciplinary, high-performing team (spine surgery, regenerative medicine, physiatry, neurology, and anesthesia pain management)