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Virtua Health
Jacksboro, Tennessee

Post-Acute Physician - Full Time - Southern, New Jersey

Post-Acute CareNo nightsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$309k

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Job Description

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: 200 Bowman Drive

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

Job Information

  • Full-Time Physician – Post-Acute Care
  • Location: Southern, NJ | Schedule: Full Time

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled full-time Post-Acute Care Physician to join our care team. In this role, you will support patients and families as they transition from hospital to post-acute settings, overseeing recovery and managing complex medical needs with clinical expertise and empathy.

About the Role

The Physician will provide comprehensive medical evaluation and management for patients in post-acute settings, including skilled nursing and rehabilitation facilities. Responsibilities include:

  • Leading and coordinating post-acute medical care plans
  • Managing acute and chronic conditions during recovery
  • Providing symptom management and goals-of-care discussions
  • Collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, including nursing, therapy, and case management
  • Supporting safe transitions of care and reducing readmissions

This role offers the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with patients and families while guiding them through critical stages of recovery.

About Virtua Medical Group

With over 1,750 clinicians and growing, VMG is a clinician-led organization committed to delivering exceptional patient care through advanced technology and clinical excellence. Our dedication has earned us top national quality scores and a reputation for outstanding patient experiences across all ages.

Why Work With Us?

  • Competitive salary
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Paid malpractice insurance
  • Paid vacation time
  • CME stipend
  • Loan forgiveness opportunities
  • Supportive, respectful culture focused on continual learning

At Virtua Health, we foster a warm, patient-centered environment grounded in clear values that guide us every day. Join a team where your expertise and compassion can truly make a difference.

Compensation

The starting salary for this position is: $309,000.00 (annually).

The actual compensation package could vary based on factors such as, but not limited to, the applicant’s experience, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

Additional Benefits

We offer outstanding benefits, including loan forgiveness, paid malpractice, vacation time, CME stipend, and a competitive compensation structure.

Virtua also 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.

Interested in Joining Our Team?

Submit your CV through this posting or email it directly to 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.

For more benefits information click here.

Key Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive medical evaluation and management for patients in skilled nursing and rehabilitation settings, including oversight of acute and chronic conditions during recovery. Coordinate care plans with interdisciplinary teams, support symptom management and goals-of-care discussions, and facilitate safe transitions to help reduce readmissions.

Requirements

The posting seeks a compassionate, skilled physician to provide post-acute care in Southern New Jersey. It does not specify required education, licensure, board certification, or years of experience.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

Medical ManagementCare CoordinationAcute Condition ManagementChronic Condition ManagementInterdisciplinary CollaborationTransition of CareReadmission ReductionPatient and Family SupportSkilled Nursing CareRehabilitation Care

Post-Acute Care — Physician Career Context

Of the 37 active Physician listings this role was benchmarked against, 5% are remote, 92% have no call, 73% require no weekends.

Physician pay on WeekdayDoc is down 3.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).

Physician by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score5.1 / 10 · above average in physician rolesranked against 22,364 Physician roles listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$309kPhysician median $78k (middle half $74k–$86k)10 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$336k in purchasing powerTennessee index 91.9 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Physician listings in Tennessee365 active22,579 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 5% remote · 92% no call · 73% no weekends37 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentloan repaymentTennessee Physician listings: 29% state a sign-on bonus (median $50k) · 5% offer loan repayment365 active listings, Nov 2026
Physician pay trend−3.1% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (22,364 Physician roles listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Location & Logistics

Tennessee has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$309k midpoint, that is roughly $12k–$22k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

Top Post-Acute Care Jobs

34 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

32 jobs · 9 employers
27
<$365k
1
$365k
0
$380k-395k
1
$402k
3
$410k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

31 jobs · 9 employers
401k / retirement match
90% this job
Sign-on bonus
16%
CME allowance
10% this job
Relocation assistance
10%
Visa sponsorship
3%

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#3

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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 5.1
Better work-life than 50% of Physician roles listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 22,364 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Virtua Health

Hospitals and Health Care
Marlton, NJ
5,001-10,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive salary
Comprehensive benefits package
Paid malpractice insurance
Paid vacation time
CME stipend
Loan forgiveness opportunities
Medical/prescription, dental and vision insurance
Health and dependent care flexible spending accounts

Living in Jacksboro

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$310k≈ 1.0× annual pay
Median resident rent
$714/mo≈ 3% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
23 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
92.6
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Knoxville, TN metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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