Part-time Physician Assistant

About Roanoke College

Roanoke College is a place where every student who works hard has the opportunity to succeed. We champion potential, providing essential learning and leadership through innovative academic programs and transformative educational experiences, giving students the mettle, mindset, and empathy to pursue lives of purpose, build meaningful careers, and meet society’s most pressing needs. Located in scenic Salem, Virginia, Roanoke College is an intimate, welcoming community that has served the local region and beyond for nearly 200 years. Now, we’re building on momentum and offering a Roanoke experience for today’s students and a legacy that belongs to every Maroon. Learn about the College's new strategic plan, Imagine Roanoke: A Strategic Plan for Roanoke College and the 21st Century Learner.

Roanoke College is a nationally ranked residential liberal arts college affiliated with the Lutheran Church (ELCA), located in the beautiful Roanoke Valley of Virginia. A Phi Beta Kappa institution, Roanoke College is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks diversity among its faculty, staff, and students; women and members of under-represented groups are especially encouraged to apply.

The Position

The PA/NP provides high‑quality, student‑centered primary care in a small, collaborative college health clinic. This role focuses on acute care, wellness, preventive services, and health education for a diverse undergraduate population. The ideal candidate is comfortable practicing independently within their scope, enjoys working with young adults, and values a holistic, educational approach to care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment for common acute and chronic conditions seen in a college health setting (e.g., respiratory infections, minor injuries, dermatologic concerns, GI issues, mental health concerns within scope).
• Perform physical exams, including sports, travel, and employment physicals.
• Order, interpret, and follow up on diagnostic tests (labs, imaging, point‑of‑care testing).
• Prescribe medications in accordance with state regulations and collaborative practice agreements.
• Provide sexual and reproductive health services, including STI testing/treatment, contraception counseling, and pregnancy testing.
• Offer health education, counseling, and preventive care tailored to college‑aged students.
• Collaborate with clinic nurses, administrative staff, and supervising physician (if required by state law).
• Maintain accurate, timely electronic health records and documentation participate in quality improvement, policy development, and campus wellness initiatives as needed.
• Support public health responsibilities such as immunization compliance, outbreak response, and health promotion campaigns.
• Orders and interprets appropriate diagnostic studies and laboratory tests. Combines medical history, physical examination and diagnostic test data to arrive at a working diagnosis. Formulates a plan of treatment for management of specified illnesses. Documents complete, accurate, and confidential data in the health record.
• Refers patients to college physicians, outside specialists, counseling services or other appropriate providers when necessary.
• Practices in compliance with HIPAA, FERPA, and state laws to maintain privacy and confidentiality.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with faculty and staff.

Qualifications

Required:

• Current unrestricted licensure as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner in the state of Virginia.
• National certification (NCCPA for PAs; AANP/ANCC for NPs).
• DEA registration or eligibility.
• Current BLS certification.
• Experience in primary care, urgent care, family medicine, internal medicine, or adolescent medicine.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a small team.
• Excellent communication skills and a student‑centered, empathetic approach.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusive care.
• Ability to manage time efficiently in a low to moderate volume but variable clinical environment.