Residency Program Director - OBGYN

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Board-Certified Obstetrician-Gynecologist for a Leadership Role in Northern NJ

RWJBarnabas Health is currently seeking an experienced, board-certified OB/GYN Physician for a full-time Residency Program Director position at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center and OB/GYN residency program located in Newark, NJ. In addition to administrative duties, this candidate will provide clinical coverage in obstetrics and gynecology and relevant specialties, as appropriate and based on training. Qualified candidates will be very familiar with quality and safety initiatives and will have experience with managing residency programs and schedules.

The Residency Program Director will participate in departmental and hospital committees and activities as outlined by the Department of OB/GYN Chair. The qualified applicant will work to advance the mission and stature of the division and department through involvement in scholarly activity, including grant‑writing, grand rounds, advocacy and/or participation on local/regional/national committees or organizations. They will serve as a leader and faulty participant at Newark Beth Isreal Medical Center, and actively participate in the scholarly growth of OB/GYN residents.

Preferred Candidates Will Have:

• 5+ years as core faculty with documented educational and/or administrative experience
• Substantial past involvement in scholarly activities within the past five years
• Administrative experience, preferably as an assistant program director of an accredited teaching program or as a program director of an accredited teaching program
• ABOG Board Certified with active NJ license or eligibility for NJ licensure
• Demonstrated leadership in obtaining ACGME accreditation, curriculum development, evaluation methodology, teaching, and mentoring residents
• Demonstrated excellence in an overall mix of skills including clinical care, clinical teaching, and scholarly activity that advance clinical medicine and institutional service

Key Responsibilities:

• The new Program Director will designate 50% of time to clinical work and 50% of time to administrative duties.
• This position will be heavily involved in the management and scheduling for our residency and education programs and will work hand-in-hand with with the Vice Chair of Research and Education to further develop a CME program
• Organizing and arranging speaking events for lecturers to present to our residents, fellows, and medical students
• Must be deeply familiar with quality and safety procedures and initiatives

About Newark Beth Israel Medical Center:

First established in 1901, Newark Beth Israel Medical Center is a 665-bed quaternary care, teaching hospital that provides comprehensive health care for the region. Staffed with more than 800 physicians, 3200 employees, and 150 volunteers, our hospital is ready to provide you and your family with the quality care you need.

Newark Beth Israel is home to one of the nation’s 10 largest heart transplant centers, RWJBarnabas Health’s Heart Failure Treatment and Transplant Program; New Jersey’s only Advanced Lung Disease and Transplant Program; and a Valve Center that performs more cardiac valve procedures, including minimally invasive transcatheter aortic valve replacements (TAVRs), than any other center in the state. Our medical center is home to the most comprehensive robotic surgery center in the state, and we were the first hospital in NJ to establish an accredited sleep disorders center. The Frederick B. Cohen, MD, Cancer and Blood Disorders Center and the Healthcare Foundation of New Jersey Breast Health Center provide seamless integration of cancer prevention, specialized care, and treatment options.

Newark Beth Israel is renowned for its many preventive health programs that promote wellness in the community. As part of RWJBarnabas Health, the largest healthcare delivery system in the state, we have access to advanced technology and a variety of medical specialists.

About RWJBarnabas Health:

RWJBarnabas Health is New Jersey’s largest integrated health care delivery system, providing treatment and services to more than three million patients each year. With 12 acute care hospitals, 3 children's hospitals, a growing number of our outpatient facilities and physician practices, our healthcare system is committed to providing the highest quality of patient care and health education to the community and region.

Our dedication to serving the people of New Jersey extends far beyond the care we provide within our hospital walls. We support programs that promote health and wellness in our communities and provide access to services that would otherwise be unavailable. We are committed to the ongoing improvement of the health, quality of life, and vitality of our communities. We strive to bring the best healthcare to meet the evolving needs of residents in New Jersey — whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Our partnership with Rutgers University creates the state’s largest academic healthcare system dedicated to providing high-quality patient care, leading-edge research, and world-class health and medical education, further advancing our mission of providing high-quality healthcare in New Jersey.

The new collaboration also aligns RWJBarnabas Health with Rutgers’ education, research, and clinical activities, including those at the Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey and Rutgers University Behavioral Health Care.