Medical Director of Maternal Innovation Center

Position Overview:

The Medical Director of the Maternal Innovation Center will provide visionary leadership and strategic oversight to advance equitable maternal and infant health care services. This role combines clinical responsibilities in Obstetrics and Gynecology (OBGYN) with administrative and community engagement duties. The Medical Director will serve as a champion for promoting equitable health outcomes, collaborating with the center’s leadership, community stakeholders, and other key partners to implement innovative strategies for health care and social service delivery.

About Us

As a Regional Perinatal Center with a Level III NICU, Capital Health offers an exceptional opportunity to provide comprehensive care within a collaborative environment. Our team includes 23 delivering physicians, 16 Certified Nurse Midwives, nurse practitioners, nurses, social workers, dietitians, and outreach workers, all supported by experienced office and clinical staff. Utilizing Athena and Cerner EMR systems, our providers deliver high-quality care in well-equipped settings.

Key Responsibilities:

Clinical Duties:

• Full-time OB/GYN to join our robust and established multi-specialty group.
• Call is shared within the group on a 1:7 rotation.
• Typical office hours include morning and afternoon sessions, with a break from 12 PM to 1 PM for lunch.
• Capital Health handles an average of 3,800 annual deliveries, offering a dynamic and fulfilling professional experience.
• Actively participate in clinical case discussions, consultations, and treatment planning for patients receiving care at the Innovation Center.

Leadership and Strategy:

• Serve as a champion for equitable maternal and infant health care services in collaboration with the Innovation Center’s leadership team.
• Develop and implement strategic initiatives to improve health care delivery and outcomes for maternal and child health.
• Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the center.

Community Engagement:

• Promote and support the development of new partnerships within the community to strengthen maternal and infant health services.
• Act as an effective liaison for community stakeholders, facilitating open communication and collaborative problem-solving.
• Lead community engagement efforts to address social determinants of health and build trust with underserved populations.

Data and Research:

• Analyze disparate data sets to identify trends and performance improvement opportunities in maternal and child health.
• Collaborate with researchers to design and execute studies focused on equitable care and innovation in perinatal services.
• Utilize data-driven insights to inform policy and program development.

Program Development and Workforce Training:

• Develop and implement initiatives for perinatal workforce development, including training programs and continuing education for health care providers.
• Collaborate with social service organizations to enhance support systems for expectant and new mothers.
• Oversee the implementation and evaluation of programs aimed at reducing disparities in maternal and infant health outcomes.

Qualifications:

• MD or DO with board certification in Obstetrics and Gynecology.
• Masters in Public Health Preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience in OBGYN, with a demonstrated commitment to health equity.
• Leadership experience in health care administration, program development, or community engagement.
• Bilingual or Trilingual candidates are a plus (Spanish, Creole)

Capital Health is the Central New Jersey/Lower Bucks County region’s leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology. Comprised of two hospitals (Capital Health Regional Medical Center in Trenton and Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell), a Hamilton outpatient facility, and various primary and specialty care practices across the region, Capital Health is a dynamic healthcare resource accredited by The DNV.

A five-time Magnet-designated health system for nursing excellence, Capital Health serves as a Level II regional trauma center, regional perinatal center (including a Level III NICU), and emergency mental health screening center. Capital Health also offers the region’s first and most experienced Pediatric Emergency Department and most recently, New Jersey’s first Autism-Friendly Pediatric Emergency Department. Capital Health also provides innovative programs such as our Capital Institute for Neurosciences; nationally accredited Center for Comprehensive Breast Care; Center for Digestive Health; Marjorie G. Ernest Joint Replacement Center of Excellence; award-winning Center for Oncology; and the Heart & Vascular Institute, which includes the region’s first accredited Chest Pain Center.  For more information, visit capitalhealth.org.