Director of Oncology Services

The Penn Medicine | Virtua Cancer Program

Shape the Future of Cancer Care with a Dynamic Team

Are you a dynamic leader ready to make an impact in oncology? Join the Penn Medicine | Virtua Cancer Program, a nationally recognized partnership offering unparalleled opportunities for collaboration, research, and innovation. This is your chance to lead a high-performing team and contribute to programs that transform patient care.

About the Role
 As Director of Oncology Services, you will:

• Direct quality improvement initiatives, manage all accreditation and reaccreditation processes, and oversee multidisciplinary cancer conferences.

• Ensure all oncology programs are evidence-based and compliant with standards from The Joint Commission, the American College of Surgeons, NCCN, NAPBC, and NAPRC.

• Provide operational leadership for Clinical Research, Cancer Registry, and co-lead the Comprehensive Lung Program.

• Support the Vice President of Oncology with data-driven insights to inform vision, strategy, and tactical planning.

• Oversee the Referral to Care Program with Penn Medicine, ensuring seamless patient access to advanced care.

• Oversee accurate cancer data reporting and analytics to inform planning and performance.

• Provide administrative oversight for CME activities and partnerships with Penn Medicine.

• Manage budgets, policies, and resources to achieve operational excellence.

• Lead a team of 18 FTEs, fostering collaboration and professional growth.

• Enjoy a hybrid schedule—work partially remote and on-site for flexibility and balance.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a phenomenal team committed to excellence in cancer care.

• Access networking, research, and educational opportunities through our partnership with Penn Medicine.

• Drive program development and innovation in a forward-thinking environment.

Qualifications

• Education: BSN or bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred (Business or Quality focus). Oncology Certified Nurse preferred.

• Licensure: Current NJ RN license required.

• Experience:

  • Minimum 2–5 years in healthcare quality and data analytics, including people management.

  • Leadership experience required; oncology experience preferred.

  • Accreditation, registry, and clinical research oversight experience strongly preferred.

• Skills: Exceptional leadership, communication, and analytical abilities. Professional certification in quality or healthcare management desirable.

Annual Salary: $117,575 - $188,672 The actual salary/rate will vary based on applicant’s experience as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

This position is eligible to participate in one of Virtua’s annual incentive compensation plan (AICP). The amount is subject to the terms and conditions of the plan document. 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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