Lead Advanced Practice Professional, AMG Thoracic Surgery

JOB DESCRIPTION

Atlantic Health, one of New Jersey’s largest non‑profit healthcare networks, is seeking a Lead Advanced Practice Professional (APP) to join North Jersey Thoracic Surgical Associates. This nationally ranked and expanding service line offers a collaborative practice environment with experienced thoracic surgeons and a high volume of cases.

The Lead Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant will support both inpatient and outpatient care at Morristown Medical Center, Overlook Medical Center, and a satellite office in Clark, NJ. The role is primarily outpatient, with additional inpatient rounding.

The Lead APP functions in a clinical and administrative capacity with a team of seven Advanced Practice Professionals. Responsibilities include leading clinical education initiatives, creating work schedules, and training new team members. This is a full‑time position working Monday‑Friday from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm with additional weekend coverage.

• Graduated from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
• Must be licensed or eligible for licensure in New Jersey
• ACLS and BLS certification required
• 3–5 years of surgical experience
• Clinical leadership experience in an outpatient setting preferred
• Must have excellent communication and computer skills
• Strong work ethic and a team player who can work independently

• Competitive salary
• Robust benefits with health, dental, Rx and vision plans
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match
• Comprehensive malpractice policy
• Non‑profit health system – eligible for federal student loan forgiveness
• Annual CME and time off incremental to PTO days
• Tuition reimbursement for advanced degrees
• Outstanding growth and mentorship opportunities

Atlantic Medical Group is a physician‑led and physician‑governed organization that delivers the highest quality health care, at the right place, the right price, and the right time. We are a multispecialty physician group with more than 1,000 doctors, nurse practitioners and physician assistants at over 300 locations throughout northern and central New Jersey and northeast Pennsylvania.

Our mission is to deliver exceptional care recognizing the unique needs of all those we serve. Our vision is to achieve the best outcomes with our patients at the center of the physician‑led team, driven by service, innovation and continuous learning.

Our integrated network offers seamless access to Atlantic Health System’s entire health care continuum and our nationally and regionally ranked hospitals. In collaboration with Atlantic Health System, several of our practices offer urgent care and walk‑in services.

In addition to primary care physicians, the team includes specialists that care for patients in all aspects of their health from pediatrics to geriatrics and everything in between. We make health decisions easier for patients with enhanced access to referrals.

Atlantic Health System offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package that supports the health, financial security and well‑being of all team members. Offerings vary based on role level (Team Member, Director, Executive). Below is a general summary, with role‑specific enhancements highlighted:

• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage (>=22.5 hrs per week for full‑time and part‑time team members)
• Life & AD&D insurance
• Short‑term and long‑term disability (with options to supplement)
• 403(b) retirement plan: employer match, additional non‑elective contribution
• PTO & paid sick leave
• Tuition assistance, advancement & academic advising
• Parental, adoption, surrogacy leave
• Backup and on‑site childcare
• Well‑being rewards
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Fertility benefits, healthy pregnancy program
• Flexible spending & commuter accounts
• Pet, home & auto, identity theft and legal insurance

Note:

In compliance with the NJ Pay Transparency Act (effective Sunday, June 1, 2025), all job postings will include the hourly wage or salary (or a range), as well as this summary of benefits. Final compensation and benefit eligibility may vary by role and employment status and will be confirmed at the time of offer.

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