Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant, Thoracic Surgery - North Jersey Thoracic Surgical Associates

Atlantic Health is Seeking a Thoracic Surgery Advanced Practice Professional

Atlantic Health, one of New Jersey's largest non-profit healthcare networks, is seeking a Thoracic Surgery Advanced Practice Professional (NP or PA) 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 Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant will support both inpatient and outpatient care, with responsibilities at Morristown Medical Center, Overlook Medical Center, and satellite outpatient offices.

Candidates with at least two years of experience are preferred, particularly with adult and critical care populations. Responsibilities include performing patient assessments, ordering diagnostic tests, assisting in surgical and post-operative care, developing and implementing treatment plans, providing patient education, collaborating with the care team, and maintaining accurate electronic medical records. The schedule for this position is a 4-day work week, varying between Monday-Friday with rotational weekends required.

New Graduates Welcome to Apply!

Qualifications

Qualifications

• 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
• RNFA certification a plus
• Minimum 2 years of NP or PA experience is preferred
• Must have excellent communication and computer skills
• Strong work ethic and a team player who can work independently

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Robust benefits with health, dental, Rx and vision plans
• 403b 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 & mentorship opportunities

About Us

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's entire health care continuum and our nationally and regionally ranked hospitals. In collaboration with Atlantic Health, 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 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: Team Member Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (22.5 hours per week or above 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.

EEO STATEMENT

Atlantic Health, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor and therefore abides by applicable laws to protect applicants and employees from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, and other aspects of employment, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, genetics, or veteran status.

About the Team

Our hospitals are staffed by fellowship-trained, board-certified surgeons, anesthesiology specialists, nurses, care managers and other health care professionals who provide the most progressive surgical methods using the latest technology. This includes minimally invasive surgery programs that result in shorter hospital stays and faster recoveries. In addition, Morristown Medical Center is home to and a state-of-the-art bio skills simulation laboratory that is accredited by the American College of Surgeons for additional staff training.

Job Info

• Job Identification 29708
• Job Category Adv Prac(NPrac/PhyAs/CNS/CRNA)
• Locations 100 Madison Ave, Morristown, NJ, 07960, US
• Minimum Salary (Hourly Rate) 61.180000
• Maximum Salary (Hourly Rate) 107.690000
• Assignment Category Full-time
• Hours per Week 37.5
• Primary Shift Day
• Work Schedule Variable
• Days and Shifts M-F, rotational weekends
• On Call Expectations n/a, but weekend rounding
• Weekends Expectations rotational weekend rounding
• Department 120418178756 - Prof Oncology - Specialty Surgery
• Division Atlantic Medical Group
• Specialty Surgery - Thoracic
• Service Line Oncology
• Region Central Region (Morristown Medical Center)
• Salary Admin Plan RNS