Assistant Vice President of Anesthesia - Clinical Operations - Physician

Assistant Vice President of Anesthesia Virtua Health | Southern New JerseyVirtua 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 offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of anesthesia care, enhance clinical excellence, and drive operational performance across a dynamic healthcare system.Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic & Operational Leadership:Support the development and execution of system-wide anesthesia strategy in alignment with Virtua Health’s mission and goalsOversee day-to-day operations of anesthesia services across multiple sites, ensuring efficient, high-quality care deliveryIdentify and implement opportunities for growth, access, and operational improvementTeam Leadership & EngagementPartner with anesthesiologists, CRNAs, and administrative leaders to foster a collaborative, high-performing team environmentSupport recruitment, retention, and engagement initiatives across anesthesia servicesPromote a culture of accountability, communication, and continuous improvementQuality & SafetyEnsure adherence to clinical best practices, patient safety standards, and regulatory requirementsMonitor and improve quality metrics, patient outcomes, and patient experienceOperational ExcellenceDrive performance improvement initiatives, including OR efficiency, throughput, and resource utilizationCollaborate with perioperative and hospital leadership to align priorities and enhance service deliveryCollaboration & PartnershipBuild strong relationships with physicians, hospital executives, and interdisciplinary teamsServe as a key liaison between anesthesia providers and system leadershipQualificationsMD 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.CompensationIn compliance with New Jersey pay transparency laws, all physician roles include a posted minimum base salary. The minimum base salary for this position is $615,000.00 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 VMGRecruiting@virtua.org