RWJBarnabas Health is seeking an Emergency Medicine Attending to join the Observation Unit at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset!

RWJBarnabas Health, the largest integrated healthcare system in New Jersey, is seeking a board-certified/eligible Emergency Medicine Physician to join our team in the Observation Unit/Rapid Decision Unit (RDU) at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset.

Responsibilities for this position will include the delivery of clinical services exclusively in the 15 Bed Observation Unit/Rapid Decision Unit (RDU).

This 339-bed, fully accredited acute care community hospital provides comprehensive care services. The Emergency Department at RWJUH-Somerset, which was renovated in 2007, has 42 ED Beds, including a designated fast-track area and an 8-bed emergent psychiatric unit, treating over 50,000 patients annually.

RWJUH-Somerset is embarking on a 76,000-square-foot vertical expansion project, the most significant construction project on the hospital’s campus since 2007. The two-story addition will include its Orthopedic Center of Excellence, a 35-bed inpatient unit featuring all-private rooms and a rehabilitation gym.

Our robust team is comprised of experienced physicians, skilled advanced practice providers, and dedicated scribes! This is an excellent opportunity for an eager physician to join a well-established, multidisciplinary team that aims to provide high-level care at a community hospital. 

Located in the heart of the Garden State, Somerville is surrounded by beautiful suburban neighborhoods with great schools and downtowns. It is just a short drive to the bright lights of New York City or the famous Jersey Shore beaches and boardwalks!

REQUIREMENTS:

• BC/BE in Emergency Medicine (ABEM)
• Licensure or eligibility for licensure in the State of New Jersey
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and a strong clinical background
• 2+ years of clinical experience is preferred

RWJBarnabas Health offers direct employment, competitive compensation, 401k/retirement, malpractice insurance, and a robust benefits package including health, life, disability and more!

New hires will be required to meet the high standards of healthcare in accordance with policies adopted by the medical staff office, hospital administration, and Board of Trustees.

To learn more about this position please contact Meghan Ryan, Physician Recruiter, directly via e-mail: Meghan.Ryan@rwjbh.org   

At RWJUH Somerset, we are continuously pushing ourselves to provide our patients with the best healthcare possible. We have been recognized for our outstanding quality and dedication to patient safety, earning the prestigious Magnet® Award for Nursing Excellence, but that has not stopped us from finding new ways to improve even further. Our Centers of Excellence include cardiovascular, cancer, stroke, and joint replacement care, among others.

From our Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval for joint replacement to our officially designated Comprehensive Community Cancer Center by the American College of Surgeons’ Commission on Cancer, RWJUH Somerset is proud to offer a wide array of high quality medical services.

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.

Join RWJBarnabas Health’s commitment to cultivating a team of dynamic and diverse physicians. Our goal is to create an equitable environment in which to work and receive care, to champion a diverse workforce, and to foster an inclusive setting that meets the social, cultural and linguistic needs of the communities we serve state-wide. We welcome and embrace the unique perspectives of our physicians, recognizing that this leads to better patient care, satisfaction and outcomes.