Physician - Medical Director

RWJBarnabas Health, the largest and most comprehensive integrated healthcare system in New Jersey, is actively seeking an experienced, board-certified Occupational Medicine physician for our Occupational Health and Employee Health Services at Essex County Hub located in Livingston, NJ.

This high-impact leadership opportunity places you at the helm of a dynamic, multidisciplinary team serving RWJBarnabas Health employees and over 700 regional employer partners. We deliver best-in-class occupational medicine services, including injury care, regulatory surveillance, pre-employment physicals, DOT exams, and wellness programs – all grounded in regulatory excellence and patient-centered outcomes.

Compensation:

The anticipated salary range for this position if hired to work is $240,000 to $340,000 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.

Why Join Us?

• Leadership Opportunity: Influence the strategic direction of a high-volume, high-impact Occupational Health service line across a major healthcare hub.
• Competitive Advantage: Be part of an innovative team in a system known for clinical excellence, with direct access to executive-level collaboration and resources.
• Robust Clinical Practice: Provide evidence-based care, clinical leadership to multidisciplinary clinical teams, and lead MRO, IME, DOT, and surveillance programs.
• Professional Growth: Leadership development, system-wide support, and access to continuing education and certification support.
• Attractive Work-Life Balance: Monday–Friday daytime schedule with no on-call responsibilities.

Who We’re Looking For:

We’re seeking a dynamic, mission-driven physician leader passionate about the value of workplace health, regulatory compliance, and delivering measurable outcomes to both public and private sector clients.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Board Certified in Occupational Medicine (or Board Certified in Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, or Emergency Medicine with Occupational Medicine experience)
• MRO, DOT, and IME certification highly preferred – support will be provided to achieve within designated time frame if not already held
• Leadership experience in an occupational health or employee health setting
• Strong knowledge of OSHA, CDC, DOT, ADA, and Workers’ Compensation guidelines
• NJ medical license or eligibility

What We Offer:

• Highly Competitive Compensation Package
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision, malpractice (with tail), life and disability insurance
• Robust Retirement Plan with 401(k) and employer match
• Paid Time Off & CME Support
• Access to system-wide innovation, tools, and best practices
• Affiliation with one of the most trusted health systems in the state

Join RWJBarnabas Health and bring your experience, ideas, and commitment to workplace wellness to a premier health system making a statewide impact.

Contact Information:

To learn more about this opportunity to join our growing team, please reach out to Susan Bethay, Physician Recruiter at RWJBarnabas Health via email: [email protected]