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

Virtua Health; Jacksboro (TN); On-site; USD 278,000 - 340,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid malpractice insurance

Paid vacation time

CME stipend

Loan forgiveness opportunities

Supportive, respectful culture

Job summary

Virtua Health in New Jersey is seeking a full-time Post-Acute Care Physician to oversee patient recovery as they transition from hospital to post-acute settings, including skilled nursing and rehab facilities. You will lead care plans, manage acute and chronic conditions, and guide symptom management with empathy.

Collaborate with nursing, therapy, and case management teams to ensure safe transitions and reduce readmissions.

Responsibilities

• 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

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.

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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.