(Part-Time) Physician Assistant — Oculofacial & Aesthetic Surgery

Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner — Oculofacial & Aesthetic Surgery Part-Time·  Immediate Opening Who We Are The Aesthetic Center at Virginia Institute is a specialty oculofacial plastic surgery practice led by William Bearden, MD, a fellowship-trained oculofacial plastic surgeon with expertise in aesthetic and reconstructive eyelid, orbital, and facial surgery. Our practice blends precision surgical care with a thriving cosmetic and medical program— including a full Sciton laser platform, cosmetic and medical Botox, facial fillers and a variety of periocular procedures. Dr. Bearden believes in building a team where advanced practice providers are trusted collaborators, not support staff. You will work directly alongside an experienced oculofacial plastic surgeon, practice at the top of your license, see interesting patients, perform meaningful procedures, and be part of a practice that genuinely invests in your professional growth.   The Opportunity This is a rare role that combines the procedural depth of a surgical practice with the creativity and patient relationship-building of an aesthetic program. If you are a PA or NP who is energized by doing things — not just documenting them — this position was built for you.   After appropriate training, you will have a genuine scope of practice that includes:   Surgical & Procedural First-assist opportunities during select oculofacial procedures Excision and biopsy of facial and periocular skin lesions (papillomas, nevi, cysts, etc.) Incision and curettage of chalazion Medical Botox (blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm) Post-operative care and suture removal for our surgical patients Wound assessment and minor complication management     Aesthetic & Laser Sciton laser platform: BBL, HALO Hybrid Fractional, MicroLaserPeel and assist with TRL. (Sciton-specific experience preferred but not required- formal training provided for the right candidate) Cosmetic Botox Facial filler Skincare counseling for laser and surgical patients    Clinical & Patient Care New patient consultations and follow-up visits Prescriptive authority within oculofacial scope   Practice support & Content Contribute to social media content creation and posting — authentic, educational, patient-facing Participate in case documentation, photography coordination, and before/after content   coordination with in-house marketing team Represent the practice brand in a professional and engaging way online What We Are Looking For Active Virginia PA or NP license (or eligible for licensure by start date) NCCPA certification Genuine interest in oculofacial and cosmetic surgery and aesthetic medicine Enjoy working with your hands Sciton or laser experience a strong plus; formal training provided for the right candidate Botox and filler injection experience preferred but  training available. Comfortable working independently with physician available by phone Professional, warm patient communication style Enthusiasm for social media and content as part of patient education and practice growth   What We Offer Compensation Competitive salary commensurate with experience Malpractice coverage provided CME allowance and paid CME days Paid time off Professional Growth Sciton laser certification training (if needed) Mentorship in oculofacial procedural techniques Opportunity to expand scope as practice grows     Schedule This is a part-time position, approximately 2-3 days per week.