RWJBarnabas Health is Seeking a Fellowship Trained, Director of Geriatrics to Join Monmouth Medical
Job Description
Our organization, the largest integrated healthcare system in New Jersey, is in search of a full-time Director of Geriatrics to join our team in Lakewood, NJ.
This role encompasses both inpatient and outpatient duties, allowing the selected candidate to work within one of the few state-of-the-art and fully accredited Geriatric Emergency Medicine (GEM) units in the state, dedicated to the care of elderly patients. You will be part of a vibrant team of seasoned professionals supported by a capable staff, including a scheduler and a CCT technician.
As the Director of Geriatrics, you will oversee the geriatric teams located at both Monmouth Medical Center (MMC) and Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus (MMCSC). This position provides motivated physicians with the opportunity to advance into administrative roles.
Position Requirements:Must be board-certified in Internal Medicine or Geriatrics.
All applicants should be licensed or eligible for licensure in New Jersey.
A strong commitment to delivering exceptional care and service is essential.
Compensation:
The expected salary range for this position is between $345,000 and $425,000 annually. The final compensation will be determined based on various factors, including the candidate's educational qualifications, skills, and professional experience.
About Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus:Located in Lakewood, Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus (MMCSC) is a fully accredited acute care hospital committed to providing high-quality healthcare services to the community. As part of our organization, MMCSC is a sister facility to Monmouth Medical Center in Long Branch and collaborates with the Rutgers Cancer Institute, New Jersey's only NCI-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, to offer the latest and most effective treatments to our patients.
MMCSC is unique in the region for providing private rooms in all inpatient units, fostering a healing environment. Recently, we launched a Medical/Surgical Behavioral Specialty Unit focused on the comprehensive care of patients with behavioral health needs.
Our state-of-the-art Geriatrics Institute offers integrated inpatient and outpatient services for patients aged 65 and older. The James and Sharon Maida Geriatrics Institute works in conjunction with the Geriatric Emergency Medicine Unit, which caters to the complex needs of elderly patients in emergency situations, and the Acute Care for Elders Unit, designed exclusively for patients 65 and older. MMCSC is also expanding its surgical services with the introduction of a Minimally Invasive Surgical program.
The Jacqueline M. Wilentz Breast Center at MMCSC provides a wide range of services, including 3D screening and diagnostic mammography, ultrasound, MRI, stereotactic breast biopsy, surgical consultations, and genetic counseling. Our Outpatient Rehabilitation services cover areas such as Oncology, Cardiac, Pulmonary, and Physical and Occupational Therapy, all aimed at helping patients return to their most valued activities.
About Our Organization:We are New Jersey's largest integrated healthcare delivery system, serving over three million patients annually. With 12 acute care hospitals, 3 children's hospitals, and a growing network of outpatient facilities and physician practices, our commitment lies in delivering the highest quality of patient care and health education to our communities.
Our dedication extends beyond hospital care; we actively support initiatives that promote health and wellness in our communities, ensuring access to essential services. We strive to enhance the health, quality of life, and vitality of the populations we serve, adapting to the evolving healthcare needs of New Jersey residents.
Our collaboration with Rutgers University establishes the state's largest academic healthcare system, focused on providing high-quality patient care, pioneering research, and world-class health education, furthering our mission to enhance healthcare in New Jersey.
This partnership also aligns our organization with Rutgers' educational, research, and clinical initiatives, including those at the Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey and Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care.
We are an equal opportunity employer.
