Faculty - Geriatrician

About the role

Hackensack Meridian Health and the Department of Medicine/Geriatrics at Jersey Shore University Medical Center is seeking a faculty physician to also serve as Associate Director of Geriatric Consult Service. In this role, you will oversee both administrative and clinical programs within the Department of Medicine and support geriatric initiatives in other areas, such as Emergency Medicine and Surgery. This position offers a chance to go beyond the usual responsibilities and help shape the future of geriatric care. You will partner with the Chief of Geriatrics to develop and expand both inpatient and outpatient geriatric consultation services, as well as a co-management program for high-risk surgical patients. The role has both clinical and administrative responsibilities, giving you a strong mix of direct patient care and program development. You will be supported by a dedicated Social Worker, two Geriatric Nurse Practitioners, and a Geriatric Surgical Coordinator. Encourage both new and experienced physicians to apply.

Why join us

• Competitive compensation
• Signing bonus & relocation assistance
• Quality incentive
• Excellent benefits including: health, dental, prescription, and vision plans
• Retirement plan with company matching
• Comprehensive malpractice policy
• Non-profit health system eligible for federal student loan forgiveness
• Annual CME Allowance
• Academic Opportunities at Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine

Responsibilities

• Perform inpatient and outpatient consultations and follow-up visits for evaluation and management of geriatric patients
• Assist in further design and implementation of a preoperative assessment program for high-risk elective surgical patients
• Participate in interdisciplinary conference for elective high-risk patients
• Assist in further design and implementation of a comprehensive inpatient assessment program for high-risk medical and surgical patients
• Participate in activities related to Undergraduate and Graduate Medical Education and promote and support appropriate continuing education programs for physicians, Advanced Practice Providers, and Medicine Residents
• Work with the Chief of Geriatrics on assessing the feasibility of establishing a Geriatric Fellowship Program

Qualifications

• Board Certification in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine with a fellowship or Certificate of Added Qualification in Geriatric Medicine
• Ability to obtain professional licensure, DEA and CDS license in New Jersey
• Excellent clinical and teaching skills
• Experience in cognitive assessment

Pay

The minimum base salary for this position is $207,199.00. The starting base salary may be higher based on non-discriminatory factors including specialization, labor market data, experience, leadership roles, education and certifications, productivity, skills, geographic location, internal equity, and budget/grant funding. Compensation and benefits package will be discussed during the interview process.