Chair, Emergency Medicine & Pediatric ED - Academic Medical Center, Morristown NJ

We are seeking an experienced Emergency Medicine leader to serve as Department Chair overseeing the Adult and Pediatric Emergency Departments at a major academic medical center in Morristown, New Jersey. This role combines clinical leadership, academic stewardship, and operational oversight in a high-volume, tertiary care setting.

Department highlights

• Annual ED volume ~110,000 visits (including pediatrics) with 120 modern treatment areas
• Recently renovated and expanded adult and pediatric emergency facilities
• Level I Trauma Center and on-site Goryeb Children’s Hospital with a dedicated Pediatric ED
• Fast-track and specialized treatment zones, behavioral health and geriatric services
• Certified Autism Center and comprehensive EMS control with specialty transport, transfer, and helicopter capabilities
• Robust APP and scribe support; Epic EMR in use
• ACGME-accredited Emergency Medicine residency, medical school affiliation, and strong academic programs

Compensation & benefits

• Total compensation $575,000-$625,000 annually (clinical + administrative), with administrative stipend
• Start-date bonus (subject to a 24-month clawback)
• Comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for leadership and professional development

Qualifications

• Board certified in Emergency Medicine (ABEM or AOBEM) and completion of an accredited Emergency Medicine residency
• Current or eligible New Jersey medical license
• Minimum 15 years’ experience in Emergency Department leadership and academic emergency medicine
• Proven ability managing complex ED operations and leading interdisciplinary teams
• Experience with residency and fellowship education preferred
• Excellent administrative, interpersonal, communication, and strategic leadership skills
• Availability to start following hospital credentialing and privileging (anticipated 3-4 months)