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:
Lippincott - 301 Lippincott 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:
40Additional Locations:

Job Information:
Virtua Health, a nationally recognized, not-for-profit health system, is seeking an experienced Assistant Vice President (AVP) of Anesthesia to provide leadership and strategic direction for our anesthesia services across five hospitals. This leadership role involves shaping anesthesia care, clinical excellence, and operational performance across a healthcare system.

Strategic & Operational Leadership:

• Support the development and execution of system-wide anesthesia strategy in alignment with Virtua Health's mission and goals

• Oversee day-to-day operations of anesthesia services across multiple sites, ensuring efficient, high-quality care delivery

• Identify and implement opportunities for growth, access, and operational improvement

Team Leadership & Engagement:

• Partner with anesthesiologists, CRNAs, and administrative leaders to foster a collaborative, high-performing team environment

• Support recruitment, retention, and engagement initiatives across anesthesia services

• Promote a culture of accountability, communication, and continuous improvement

Quality & Safety:

• Ensure adherence to clinical best practices, patient safety standards, and regulatory requirements

• Monitor and improve quality metrics, patient outcomes, and patient experience

Operational Excellence:

• Drive performance improvement initiatives, including OR efficiency, throughput, and resource utilization

• Collaborate with perioperative and hospital leadership to align priorities and enhance service delivery

Collaboration & Partnership:

• Build strong relationships with physicians, hospital executives, and interdisciplinary teams

• Serve as a key liaison between anesthesia providers and system leadership

Qualifications:

• MD or DO with board certification in Anesthesiology.

• Significant clinical and leadership experience in anesthesia, ideally in a complex healthcare setting.

• Demonstrated success in leading teams, managing operations, and advancing clinical programs.

• Exceptional communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.

Compensation:
In compliance with New Jersey pay transparency laws, all physician roles include a posted minimum base salary. The minimum base salary for this position is $650,000.00 per year. Final compensation will be competitive and commensurate with experience, qualifications, and prevailing market factors.

Virtua Health is South Jersey's largest health system, recognized for clinical excellence, innovation, and a strong commitment to community health. Our team of over 16,000 colleagues and 2,000 medical staff members provides compassionate, high-quality care to the communities we serve.

For more information or to submit your CV, please email [email protected]

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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