JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute · 1 month ago
CHAIR, DEPARTMENT OF PSYCHIATRY
Perth Amboy, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$281K/yr - $281K/yrHackensack Meridian Health is seeking a visionary leader to serve as the Chair of the Department of Psychiatry. This pivotal role involves steering a dynamic department, focusing on administrative leadership, academic responsibilities, and direct clinical practice.
Hospital & Health Care
Responsibilities
Lead the significant expansion of the Behavioral Health unit, the Emergency Psychiatric Service (EPS), and the outpatient programs at the Otlowski Center for Mental Health Care
Drive the continued development of advanced services, including our Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) and Neuromodulation programs
Develop and execute an annual departmental business plan, setting ambitious goals for growth, quality, and technological advancement
Provide high-level oversight for the Geriatric Psychiatry Unit, ensuring it operates as a center of excellence
Ensure the highest standards of patient care, safety, and efficiency across all departmental services, in compliance with TJC and NJ DOH regulations
Oversee departmental budgeting, resource management, and physician performance reviews (FPPE/OPPE)
Lead credentialing, privileging, and continuous quality improvement initiatives for all practitioners within the department
Champion a culture of learning by developing and overseeing undergraduate and graduate medical education programs
Actively participate in the clinical and didactic teaching of residents, medical students, and other healthcare learners
Foster an environment that supports and facilitates clinical research
Serve as a key member of the Medical Executive Committee (MEC), providing expert guidance on medical policies and inter-departmental collaboration
Act as the primary liaison between the Department of Psychiatry, hospital administration, and the broader HMH Behavioral Health Care Transformation Service (CTS)
Resolve conflicts, enforce professional standards, and mentor medical staff to foster a positive and high-performing team culture
Qualification
Required
M.D./D.O. degree from a recognized Medical or Osteopathic School
Board Certification in Psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
NJ Medical License, CDS, and DEA
Significant administrative leadership experience in a hospital or health system setting (e.g., Chair, Vice Chair, Division Chief, or Medical Director)
Proven experience in a teaching environment, including resident and medical student education
Strong business acumen with experience in budget management, strategic planning, and quality improvement
Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and conflict resolution skills
Benefits
Health
Dental
Vision
Tuition reimbursement
Retirement benefits
Company
JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute
Offering New Jersey’s most comprehensive rehabilitation services, JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute is a 94-bed facility located in Edison, NJ, serving residents of the tristate area for more than 40 years.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
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