Description
Children’s Specialized Hospital is seeking an Assistant Vice President (AVP) in New Brunswick, New Jersey
RWJBarnabas Health and Children’s Specialized Hospital, the nation's leading provider of inpatient and outpatient care for children with special health needs, are seeking an Assistant Vice President (AVP), Inpatient Medical Services to join our executive physician leadership team in New Brunswick, NJ. This is a unique leadership opportunity combining strategic vision with hands-on clinical practice (70% clinical, 30% administrative) at one of the most respected pediatric rehabilitation hospitals in the country.
The AVP will guide the continued excellence of our inpatient medical services, balancing high-quality clinical care with administrative leadership focused on operational efficiency, performance improvement, and interdepartmental collaboration.
Position Highlights:
- Key leadership role with oversight of medical team performance, strategy, and quality of care
- Blend of direct patient care and administrative responsibilities (70%/30% split)
- Collaborate with hospital leadership and interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care and outcomes
- Lead efforts to improve provider workflow, length of stay, and provider efficiency
- Mentor and evaluate physicians and advanced practice providers
- Champion evidence-based care, continuous quality improvement, and patient safety initiatives
- Participate in budget planning, resource allocation, and policy development
- Represent the medical team in executive decision-making and strategic initiatives
- Highly visible leadership opportunity within the RWJBarnabas Health system
Candidate Requirements:
- MD or DO, Board Certified in Pediatrics; experience in critical care or complex care preferred
- NJ medical license or eligibility to obtain one
- AHA BLS and PALS certifications required
- Graduate degree in business, management, or medical management strongly preferred
- Demonstrated experience in healthcare operations, performance improvement, and physician leadership
- Strong communication skills and a passion for patient-centered care and professional development
The anticipated salary range for this position if hired to work is $250,000 to $400,000 per year.
The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate’s educational background, skills, and professional experience.
If you are interested in learning more about these exciting openings within our system, please contact us directly at Melissa.Fairley@rwjbh.org.
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.
