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If you live or work in South Jersey, exceptional care is all around. Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country. We assembled more than 14,000 colleagues, including over 2,850 skilled and compassionate doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies, treatments, and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home. A Magnet-recognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report, we've received multiple awards for quality, safety, and outstanding work environment.
In addition to five hospitals, seven emergency departments, seven urgent care centers, and more than 280 other locations, we're committed to the well-being of the community. That means bringing life-changing resources and health services directly into our communities through our Eat Well food access program, telehealth, home health, rehabilitation, mobile screenings, paramedic programs, and convenient online scheduling. We're also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences, and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics.
Location:
Marlton - 141 East Route 70Remote Type:
On-SiteEmployment Type:
EmployeeEmployment Classification:
RegularTime Type:
Full timeWork Shift:
1st Shift (United States of America)Total Weekly Hours:
40Additional Locations:
Voorhees - 100 Bowman DriveJob Information:
Virtua Health is seeking a fellowship-trained Thoracic Surgical Oncologist to join our dynamic and growing team. The ideal candidate will bring a minimum of three years of experience in thoracic surgery with strong expertise in minimally invasive techniques, including robotic-assisted surgery.
We are looking for a highly motivated clinician with a comprehensive background in treating both malignant and benign thoracic diseases, encompassing the full spectrum of pulmonary, esophageal, mediastinal, and chest wall conditions. A focused interest in expanding our malignant foregut program is highly desirable. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to ongoing clinical excellence and program development in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.
Why apply to this role?
- Integrated Penn Medicine/Virtua Cancer Program with a well-established reputation
- Academic affiliation with Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine and the Virtua Health College of Medicine & Health Sciences
- Comprehensive Cancer Center offering a robust multidisciplinary approach and full CoC accreditation across five community hospital locations
- Mature Comprehensive Lung Program, including Lung Cancer Screening, Lung Nodule, and Smoking Cessation Programs
- State-of-the-art da Vinci Xi robotic surgical platform with full access
- Advanced technology, including Robotic Navigational Bronchoscopy and integrated interventional pulmonary services
- Contributor to the Society of Thoracic Surgery (STS) General Thoracic Surgery Database
- Seamless referral network through an extensive primary care system
- System-wide Epic EMR and MAGNET-recognized nursing care
Compensation & Benefits
In compliance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act, the posted minimum base salary for this physician position is $575,000.00 annually for newly practicing physicians.
Providers with a minimum of 5 years of post-training experience will be offered a starting base salary of $650,000.00 or higher, based on years of experience, specialty expertise, and overall qualifications.
Final compensation will be competitive and commensurate with the candidate's experience, credentials, training, and prevailing market conditions.
In addition to a highly competitive compensation package, Virtua Medical Group offers:
- Paid malpractice coverage
- Generous paid time off
- Access to Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF), helping eligible providers reduce educational debt
- Annual CME allowance
- Retirement benefits
- Comprehensive health and welfare benefits
- Supportive physician-led practice environment
- Opportunities for professional growth and collaboration within a large, integrated health system
About Virtua Medical Group
Virtua Medical Group (VMG) is a clinician-led, multi-specialty organization of more than 1,800 physicians and advanced practice clinicians dedicated to providing high-quality care throughout southern New Jersey. As part of Virtua Health, VMG offers physicians the resources of a large integrated health system while fostering a collaborative culture focused on innovation, clinical excellence, education, and patient-centered care.
Live, Work, and Thrive in Southern New Jersey
Experience the perfect balance of career opportunity and lifestyle. Southern New Jersey offers easy access to Philadelphia, New York City, Washington D.C., and the Jersey Shore while benefiting from highly rated schools, family-friendly neighborhoods, affordable housing options, and a welcoming community atmosphere.
Interested Candidates Should Contact:
Virtua Medical Group Provider Recruitment
Submit your CV through this posting or email it directly to the recruitment team to learn more about this outstanding opportunity.
Virtua offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: medical/prescription, dental and vision insurance; health and dependent care flexible spending accounts; 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement); paid time off, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, colleague and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; tuition assistance, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.For more benefits information click here.
Skills Required
- Fellowship training in thoracic surgery
- Minimum of three years of experience in thoracic surgery
- Strong expertise in minimally invasive techniques, including robotic-assisted surgery
- Experience treating malignant and benign thoracic diseases across pulmonary, esophageal, mediastinal, and chest wall conditions
- Interest in expanding a malignant foregut program
Virtua Health Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Virtua Health and has not been reviewed or approved by Virtua Health.
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Pay Growth & Progression — Recent union agreements create a clearer upward path in wages for many nursing roles through across-the-board increases, market adjustments, and scheduled future raises. Published step rates and shift differentials further reinforce a structured progression for bedside staff.
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Healthcare Strength — The benefits package includes multiple medical options alongside dental and vision coverage, plus prescription support with additional navigation services. Employer-paid life/AD&D and disability coverage adds meaningful protection beyond core health plans.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings include a 401(k) match plus an additional automatic employer contribution once eligibility is met, creating value beyond a match-only design. Access to additional retirement vehicles and tax-advantaged accounts further broadens financial benefits.
Virtua Health Insights
What We Do
Virtua is South Jersey’s largest health system, committed to the mission of helping people be well, get well, and stay well and averaging more than one million patient encounters each year. Virtua’s 14,000-plus employees provide comprehensive care at five hospitals and nearly 300 other locations, in addition to bringing health services directly into communities through home health, rehabilitation, mobile screenings, and its paramedic program. Virtua has more than 2,850 affiliated doctors and other clinicians, and its specialties include cardiology, orthopedics, advanced surgery, and maternity. Virtua is affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neuroscience, and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics. As a not-for-profit, Virtua is committed to the well-being of the community and provides innovative outreach programs that address social challenges affecting health, from addiction and other behavioral issues to lack of nutritious food and stable housing. A Magnet-recognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report, Virtua has received many awards for quality, safety, and its outstanding work environment. For more information, visit virtua.org. To help Virtua make a difference, visit foundation.virtua.org. Connect with Virtua on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram at @VirtuaHealth.
