RWJBarnabas Health is Seeking a Vice Chair for Safety in Medicine, Newark, NJ

RWJBarnabas Health, New Jersey’s largest integrated healthcare system, is actively recruiting a board-certified physician for a full-time leadership role as the Vice Chair for Safety in Medicine at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center in Newark, NJ. This pivotal position offers an outstanding opportunity for an experienced physician to lead patient safety initiatives, oversee quality improvement efforts, and drive strategic programs aimed at achieving the highest standards in clinical care and patient outcomes.

As a key leader in the Department of Medicine, the Vice Chair for Safety in Medicine will provide strategic oversight and direction for quality and safety initiatives, collaborating closely with the Chair of the Department of Medicine and Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Schissel. This role blends clinical practice with leadership responsibilities, offering a unique opportunity to shape safety protocols while maintaining a strong clinical presence. This is a unique opportunity for a dynamic leader to make a lasting impact on patient safety, clinical quality, and the overall performance of Newark Beth Israel Medical Center.

For more information on this position or to apply directly, please contact Kendra Scott, Physician Recruiter at RWJBarnabas Health, via email: Kendra.Scott@rwjbh.org

Position Highlights:

• Leadership & Oversight: Direct and manage quality and safety initiatives within the Department of Medicine, ensuring optimal patient care and adherence to best practices.
• Committee Engagement: Take a lead role in multiple Quality and Safety committees, helping to guide hospital-wide improvements and patient safety strategies.
• Strategic Vision: Develop and implement programs aimed at positioning the hospital as an "A"-rated institution in patient safety.
• Clinical & Administrative Balance: Serve in a dual capacity, with 50% of the role dedicated to patient safety leadership and 50% devoted to clinical care.
• Collaboration & Integration: Work closely with hospital leadership, department heads, and community partners to drive safety initiatives and enhance institutional performance.
• Program Growth: If an Endocrinologist, contribute to the expansion of an in-hospital core of Endocrine faculty to further enhance patient care services.
• Influential Leadership: Play a central role in shaping the future of patient safety within one of the state’s most prestigious healthcare institutions.
• Academic & Clinical Impact: Engage in quality improvement projects and educational initiatives that support resident and fellow development.

Competitive Compensation & Benefits:

• Leadership-focused compensation with performance-based incentives
• Comprehensive benefits package including generous PTO, health insurance, and retirement savings options
• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
• CME/Conference/Travel reimbursement

Position Requirements:

• Board-Certified Physician in their area of clinical expertise
• Licensed or eligible for licensure in New Jersey
• Clinical & Leadership Experience: Previous leadership experience is beneficial but not required; candidates should be senior enough to lead the largest clinical department in the hospital.
• Commitment to Patient Safety & Quality Improvement: Passion for implementing best practices in safety and clinical excellence.
• Strong Leadership Skills: Ability to multitask effectively, balancing administrative and clinical responsibilities while fostering a culture of safety and collaboration.

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.

RWJBarnabas Health is an equal opportunity employer.

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.

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.

RWJBarnabas Health is an equal opportunity employer.