Emergency Medicine Physician - Department Chair

Full Time

We are seeking an accomplished Emergency Medicine Department Chair to lead the Emergency Department and Pediatric Emergency Department at a major academic medical center in Morristown, New Jersey. This is a unique leadership opportunity for an experienced physician with a strong background in emergency medicine, academic medicine, and department administration.


The Emergency Department offers:

  • Approximately 110,000 annual ED visits, including pediatrics
  • 120 modern treatment areas
  • Recently renovated and expanded adult and pediatric emergency facilities
  • Level I Trauma Center
  • Goryeb Children's Hospital and dedicated Pediatric ED
  • Fast Track and specialized treatment areas
  • Behavioral health services
  • Geriatric services
  • Certified Autism Center
  • EMS control with specialty transport, transfer, and helicopter capabilities
  • Advanced Practice Provider and scribe support
  • Epic EMR
  • ACGME-accredited Emergency Medicine Residency
  • Medical school affiliation and robust academic programs

Compensation & Benefits

  • $575,000–$625,000 annually, including clinical and administrative compensation.
  • Administrative leadership compensation provided through a stipend
  • Start-date bonus paid upon commencement
  • Bonus subject to a 24-month clawback period
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Additional leadership and professional development opportunities

Qualifications

  • Board Certified in Emergency Medicine through ABEM or AOBEM.
  • Completion of an accredited Emergency Medicine residency.
  • Current or eligible New Jersey medical license.
  • 15+ years of Emergency Department Director and academic Emergency Medicine experience.
  • Demonstrated leadership experience overseeing complex emergency medicine operations.
  • Experience with residency and fellowship education preferred.
  • Strong administrative, interpersonal, communication, and strategic leadership skills.
  • Must be available to begin as soon as hospital credentialing and privileges are completed, anticipated to take approximately 3–4 months.