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Vanguard Medical Group
Verona, New Jersey

Primary Care Physician

Primary CareIncludes callIncludes weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$210k-$280k

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Job Description

Join Vanguard Medical Group as a Primary Care Physician in Hawthorne, NJ

About Vanguard Medical Group

Vanguard Medical Group is an independent primary care practice with 11 offices across Northern and Central New Jersey. We are committed to providing evidence-based, high-quality care that improves outcomes for our patients and the communities we serve. We also place a strong emphasis on employee well-being, professional fulfillment, engagement, and work-life balance.

About the Role

Vanguard Medical Group is seeking a Primary Care Physician to join our family medicine practice in Hawthorne, NJ. This position provides comprehensive care to both pediatric and adult patients, with a strong focus on prevention, chronic disease management, patient education, and continuity of care. The physician will work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals to support positive clinical outcomes across the patient population.

Schedule: Full-Time

Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

Provide comprehensive primary care to pediatric and adult patients, including evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, medication management, vaccinations, and preventive services.

Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic testing and review medical records and clinical data to support accurate diagnoses and treatment decisions.

Maintain complete and accurate patient medical histories, examination findings, treatment plans, and other clinical documentation.

Monitor patient progress and modify treatment plans as clinically appropriate.

Clearly communicate diagnoses, test results, treatment recommendations, and preventive care guidance to patients and families.

Counsel patients on nutrition, physical activity, hygiene, disease prevention, and other measures that support long-term health and wellness.

Coordinate referrals and collaborate with specialists and other healthcare professionals when additional services are needed.

Work closely with nurses, social workers, rehabilitation therapists, pharmacists, psychologists, and other members of the care team to support coordinated patient care.

Participate in quality improvement and population health initiatives.

When participating in hospital rounding, manage and coordinate primary care for Vanguard patients admitted to Chilton Hospital and collaborate with hospital staff and specialists to support continuity of care and appropriate outpatient follow-up.

Location: Hawthorne, NJ

Chilton Hospital, when participating in hospital rounding

Schedule: Full-time schedule

  • Rotating call coverage
  • Rotating weekend coverage
  • Rotating holiday coverage
  • Hospital rounding rotation preferred

Qualifications

Qualifications

  • Board certification in Family Medicine.
  • Valid and unrestricted New Jersey medical license.
  • Physicians completing residency are encouraged to apply; post-residency experience is not required.
  • Ability to manage a diverse patient population and contribute to quality improvement initiatives.
  • Strong electronic medical record skills and ability to use clinical data to support patient outcomes.
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.

Core Competencies

  • Patient-Centered Care & Health Promotion
  • Clinical Excellence & Thoroughness
  • Data-Driven Quality Improvement
  • Medical Teamwork & Collaboration
  • Patient Education & Motivational Counseling
  • Infection Control & Safety Practices
  • Administering Medications & Minor Procedures
  • Continuous Self-Development & Professional Growth

Physical Requirements

  • Must be able to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.
  • May require light lifting (up to 20 lbs.) for supplies or office materials.
  • Must have visual and auditory acuity to operate computer systems and phones.

Compensation and Benefits

The anticipated annual compensation for this position ranges from $210,000-$280,000, depending on the role and experience level. Additionally, this position may be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus and other company-sponsored benefits.

Benefits Include

  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
  • Comprehensive health insurance (medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision)
  • Paid time off, including vacation/personal days, holidays, and sick time
  • Opportunities for ongoing training, certification, and professional development
  • Malpractice insurance coverage
  • Opportunities for professional development and continuing education

Please note that individual total compensation will be determined at the Company’s sole discretion and may vary based on several factors, including but not limited to: location, skill level, years and depth of relevant experience, and education.

EEOC Statement

Vanguard Medical Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Patient diagnosisElectronic medical recordsInterpersonal skillsCommunication skills

Primary Care — Physician Career Context

Of the 50 active Primary Care listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 58% have no call, 64% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for New Jersey is 108.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$245k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $225k in an average-cost state. 63.8% of New Jersey clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Primary Care pay on WeekdayDoc is up 2.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Top Primary Care Jobs

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Salary Distribution50 jobs · 38 employers

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6
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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks46 jobs · 38 employers

401k / retirement match
78% this job
Sign-on bonus
65% this job
CME allowance
61% this job
Relocation assistance
39%
Loan repayment
24%

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.4this job 4.2
Better work-life than 30% of Primary Care listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,311 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes call
  • Includes weekends

Living in Verona

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$814k≈ 3.9× annual pay
Typical market rent
$2,993/mo≈ 17% of gross pay
State income tax
Up to 10.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026).

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Vanguard Medical Group

Medical Practices
Verona, New Jersey
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
Comprehensive health insurance (medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision)
Paid time off, including vacation/personal days, holidays, and sick time
Opportunities for ongoing training, certification, and professional development
Malpractice insurance coverage
Opportunities for professional development and continuing education