medical assistant

entry level sales and marketing

front desk receptionist

front desk agent

medical scheduler

National Vascular Associates

After a few years of working as an ER nurse, I wasn’t sure what to expect when I transitioned into outpatient vascular care—but taking this position at National Vascular Associates in Virginia Beach was hands down one of the best career decisions I’ve ever made.

From day one, I was welcomed by an incredibly tight-knit team of nurses, medical assistants, and providers. The teamwork here is next-level. We support each other, communicate openly, and work together like a well-oiled machine. Everyone genuinely cares about each other and about giving our patients the best experience possible.

The providers I work with are exceptional—skilled and always open to input. They treat the clinical team as true partners in care, which is something I didn’t always experience in other settings. There’s a culture of mutual respect, and that goes a long way in keeping morale high and patient care excellent.

The shift from the ER to this environment has been refreshing. The pace is still busy, but it’s focused and organized. We get to know our patients, follow them through their treatment, and actually see their progress. That kind of continuity is incredibly fulfilling.

If you're a nurse or medical assistant looking for a place where your skills are valued, your voice is heard, and your coworkers feel more like family—this is it.

Toxic work culture
Unreliable leadership
False promises during hiring
No proper training or onboarding
High turnover
Focus on profit over patient care
Unprofessional provider behavior
Favoritism and office politics
Lack of respect for staff
Incentivized reviews

Review:
During my time with this company, the experience did not align with what was described during the interview process. Management was often unavailable, communication was inconsistent, and support for staff was lacking. New hires receive minimal training and are expected to manage complex responsibilities without guidance.

Employee turnover is extremely high, which affects both morale and workflow. Leadership appears more focused on financial goals than on patient care or employee development. There is also a noticeable level of favoritism, where advancement seems based on personal connections rather than performance.

The work culture can feel negative and discouraging, with little recognition for staff efforts. While the company presents itself well outwardly, the internal environment does not reflect the same professionalism.

I would recommend future applicants carefully evaluate whether this workplace aligns with their values and expectations before accepting an offer.


Working here has been a solid experience so far. It’s a newer company, so being able to adapt quickly is important since management is ironing out the kinks of new locations, but I think that gives us more autonomy. I think about half of management is business-based, and the other half is medical-based, so you really only interact with a couple managers for your location. I haven't been micromanaged so far -- as long as you do your best and work with the team, you should be fine. Also, generally speaking, if you're looking for somewhere to coast, then new companies less than 5 years old probably aren't the right spot for you (this is more like a start-up culture), but this works for me. I like the start-up vibes, so other people's cons are my pros (fast-paced, grows quickly, results-based, problem-solving). Compared to other medical offices I've worked in, I think that patient care is still the top priority here. I would have quit if I thought patients weren't being cared for properly, but patient reviews for great care is literally part of their employee bonus structure. Overall, it’s been a good place to work!

I truly enjoy working for this company. As a fast-growing organization, there are naturally some processes and workflows that are still being refined, but what stands out is that everyone is committed to finding the best solutions and building a strong foundation for the future. The team works hard, supports one another, and consistently puts patients first.

I love my job and genuinely enjoy working alongside my coworkers. Like any healthcare environment, there can be stressful days, but the work is incredibly rewarding. I feel supported by management and appreciate that they are open to feedback and focused on continuous improvement. While no workplace is perfect, I see this as a company that is actively growing and evolving, and I am grateful to be part of that journey.

One of the most rewarding aspects of my role is the positive feedback I receive from patients. Knowing that I’ve made a difference in someone’s experience reinforces that I’m in the right place and doing meaningful work. Overall, I am proud to be part of this team and excited about the company’s future.

Corporate hires inexperienced leaders to save on staffing costs. The company is extremely unorganized and offers no training. The leaders who advocate for more training and advocate for their employees work life balance are made to feel bad. Gossip is very high among the corporate leaders and tension is even higher. There is a constant push to do whatever it takes to help the company make money. The turnover rate is extremely high causing an eggshell effect. Clinical managers are very young and there is constant drama. If you thrive off of drama and constant anxiety this company would suite you. If you are looking to grow professionally this company would not be a good fit. Great candidates spot the red flags during the interview and pass on the job offer resulting in poor candidates being hired. Good candidates who fail to spot the red flags in the interview don’t stay long once they realize the toxicity. The turnover rate is so high that the company is having to constantly rebuild.

What is the best part of working at the company?
The teams I work with are exceptional people. Everyone cares about patients and wants the best for the company and each other. We are a newer company and there is a lot of opportunity for movement and growth. 

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
Training can feel overwhelming for certain types of people. Management has been working hard developing training modules for positions and continues to work on providing staff with support. 

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
Leadership is great. I find them easy to talk to and they like feedback. We have fun team events, dinners and get together but also know when it's time to work and take care of why we are there. Most of the team jumps in to help and all the leaders work hands on with us.

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
Most days are pretty awesome! I take care of patients, laugh alot with my team and love what I am doing.

The work place culture is awful. The Management is terrible, extremely mean, rude and yells at employees for others mistakes. Employees are expected to work more than there hours asked to work, and then get yelled at for being on overtime. The salaried staff are overworked and undercompensated. The business keeps opening new facilities with out making sure the ones already open are taken care of with enough staff and equipment. The staff are threatened with being fired or told to quit if there not happy with how things are going. There are workers who are given promotions without proper experience and have little to no leadership experience, making things worse for the whole office. There is a very high turnover rate with employees and middle management, making things difficult when no one is there to answer basic questions.

What is the best part of working at the company?
The best part was leaving. Part time doctors, no communication, awful management and a ton of drama amongst co workers. Worse than high school. 

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
The lack of communication and no one to train and very unkind co workers from the owners to the staff. Toxic and fake people

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
Extremely Toxic! Will affect mental health. It’s very clique and run unfair

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
Tension and co workers bullying and crying. Co workers that have been there the longest look for fault and bully for a lack of better words. A ton of two faced whispering management.

I have been with NVA for just about 3-months now and I can say that it has been as great and rewarding experience. Those who are willing to go above and beyond will be taken care of by the company, and if you push yourself enough, you can end up anywhere. The CEO does not like to keep people in one place — he expects growth and the hunger for more knowledge. 
The team is great overall and every hiccup that comes up, we do our best to negate any issues and keep moving forward. 

It is definitely not for everyone, but those who stay and enjoy it thrive unbelievably. 

By far the worst place you could ever work. If I could rate this place with a zero I would. The work place culture is completely toxic- if you enjoy crying everyday at work or wondering if you have a job then this is the place for you!

I have learned to spot toxic leadership so that’s a positive note. There is no typical day because no one knows what is going on and half the time lower level workers are teaching upper management how to do their jobs. There is no training so another positive example of the company’s lack of leadership. 

There is absolutely nothing enjoyable about working for this company accept maybe the PTO which you will want to use every other week. 

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