Bariatrics Job at Bon Secours Mercy Health in Suffolk, VA

Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant – Bariatric & Surgical Care

Join a collaborative, patient-centered surgical team at Bon Secours Harbour View in Suffolk, VA.

Bon Secours Surgical Specialists – Harbour View is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our dynamic and growing surgical team. Located in beautiful Suffolk, Virginia, our practice is adjacent to our new state-of-the-art  Bon Secours Harbour View Health Center, just off I-664 near the Monitor Merrimac Bridge-Tunnel — with easy access, ample parking, and close proximity to Chesapeake, Portsmouth, and Carrollton.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a multidisciplinary team that provides high-quality care in bariatric medicine, reflux, and surgical weight loss. We welcome new graduates with previous medical/RN experience in a surgical or weight management setting who are eager to grow in a supportive environment.

About the Role

• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM

• Setting: Primarily outpatient clinic at Harbour View; occasional coverage at partner sites in Virginia Beach or Franklin

• Patient volume: 16–22 per day after orientation and ramp-up

• No call responsibilities

• Optional inpatient rounding (as needed) at Maryview Medical Center or Harbour View Health Center

• Technology: EPIC EMR and MyChart for virtual visits

Responsibilities

• Manage and educate patients in medical and surgical weight loss programs

• Evaluate candidates for bariatric surgery and medical therapies

• Collaborate with a skilled team of surgeons, dietitians, and clinical staff

• Provide patient counseling on medications, meal replacement options, and comorbidity management

• Complete documentation within 24 hours of each encounter

• Serve as a respectful, collaborative leader supporting clinical excellence and teamwork

You’ll join a well-established team of 6 surgeons, 4 nurse practitioners, and 1 physician assistant, all dedicated to compassionate care and strong work-life balance. Mentorship is available for early-career providers.

Qualifications

• Licensed NP or PA in the Commonwealth of Virginia (or eligible)

• Prior experience in a surgical or bariatric care setting required

• Strong clinical judgment and commitment to timely, high-quality care

• Excellent communication, teamwork, and leadership skills

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary plus annual quality metric bonus

• 32 days of frontloaded ATO annually

• $5,000 relocation reimbursement (taxable benefit)

• Comprehensive benefits including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx, and FSA

• Company-paid Life Insurance (2x base)

• Company-paid Short- and Long-Term Disability

• 403(b) with company match

• Liability and tail coverage, VA license, and DEA fees covered

• CME allowance and strong work/life balance

Why Bon Secours Mercy Health

At Bon Secours, our mission is clear:

To extend the compassionate ministry of Jesus by improving the health and well-being of our communities and bringing good help to those in need.

We are a ministry where associates love to work, clinicians thrive, and communities flourish. Join us in living out this mission every day through compassionate, high-quality care.

📨 Apply Today
Submit your CV (including training and employment history) to our in-house recruiter for immediate consideration.
Come be part of a team that values excellence, collaboration, and purpose.