Thoracic Surgeon - Physician - New Jersey - Virtua Health

At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason – to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether that's wellness and prevention, experienced specialists, life-changing care, or something in-between – we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community.

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 70

Remote Type

On-Site

Employment Type: Employee

Employment Classification

Regular

Time Type

Full time

Work Shift

1st Shift (United States of America)

Total Weekly Hours

40

Additional Locations

Lourdes Health System - 1600 Haddon Ave

Job Information

Virtua Health is seeking a fellowship-trained Thoracic Surgeon to join our dynamic, highly collaborative, and rapidly growing team. This is an exceptional opportunity to help shape the future of thoracic oncology care within one of the region's premier community-based academic health systems.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three years of experience in thoracic surgery and demonstrated expertise in minimally invasive thoracic procedures, including robotic-assisted surgery. We are seeking a motivated physician committed to delivering outstanding patient-centered care while contributing to program growth, innovation, and multidisciplinary collaboration.

This position offers the opportunity to care for patients across the full spectrum of malignant and benign thoracic diseases, including pulmonary, esophageal, mediastinal, pleural, and chest wall conditions. Candidates with a particular interest in expanding and advancing a comprehensive malignant foregut program are strongly encouraged to apply.

As a member of our team, you will collaborate closely with medical oncology, radiation oncology, interventional pulmonology, gastroenterology, radiology, pathology, and specialty support services within a mature and integrated cancer program. The successful candidate will play an integral role in advancing clinical excellence, quality outcomes, research initiatives, and program development.

Why Join Virtua Health?

Integrated Penn Medicine/Virtua Cancer Program with a well-established regional reputation for high-quality cancer care

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 model and full Commission on Cancer (CoC) accreditation across five community hospital locations

Established Comprehensive Lung Program, including Lung Cancer Screening, Lung Nodule, and Smoking Cessation Programs

• State-of-the-art da Vinci Xi robotic surgical platform with dedicated robotic access
• Advanced procedural capabilities, including Robotic Navigational Bronchoscopy and integrated Interventional Pulmonology services
• Active contributor to the Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS) General Thoracic Surgery Database
• Extensive referral network supported by a large and growing employed primary care physician base
• System-wide Epic electronic medical record platform

MAGNET-recognized Nursing Excellence

Opportunity to participate in education, mentorship, and academic collaboration through Rowan University affiliations

Strong institutional commitment to growth, innovation, and expanding access to advanced thoracic oncology care throughout southern New Jersey

Compensation & Benefits

In compliance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act, the posted minimum base salary for this physician position is $575,000 annually for newly practicing physicians.

Providers with five or more years of post-training experience will be offered a starting base salary of $650,000 or greater, commensurate with years of experience, subspecialty expertise, clinical accomplishments, and overall qualifications.

Virtua Health offers a competitive compensation package that includes comprehensive health benefits, malpractice coverage, retirement savings plans, generous paid time off, CME allowance, and professional development opportunities

Interested in Learning More?

Either apply via this posting or email Courtney at VMGRecruiting@virtua.org

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.

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