Chair, Emergency Medicine (Department Chair) - Morristown, NJ

Join a major academic medical center in Morristown, New Jersey as the leader of both the Adult and Pediatric Emergency Departments. This role is ideal for an experienced emergency physician with a proven record in clinical care, academic medicine, and departmental administration who is ready to shape clinical operations, education, and strategic growth.

Department highlights

• Annual ED volume ~110,000 visits, including pediatric patients
• 120 modern treatment areas with recently renovated and expanded adult and pediatric facilities
• Level I Trauma Center and a dedicated Pediatric ED at Goryeb Children’s Hospital
• Fast track and specialized treatment zones, behavioral health and geriatric services
• Certified Autism Center designation
• On-site EMS control with specialty transport, transfer services, and helicopter capabilities
• Robust support team including advanced practice providers and scribes
• Epic electronic medical record
• ACGME-accredited Emergency Medicine residency, medical school affiliation, and strong academic programs

Compensation & benefits

• Total annual compensation $575,000-$625,000, inclusive of clinical and administrative pay
• Administrative leadership stipend and start-date bonus (subject to a 24-month clawback)
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunities for additional leadership roles and professional development

Qualifications

• Board certified in Emergency Medicine (ABEM or AOBEM)
• Completion of an accredited Emergency Medicine residency
• Current or eligible New Jersey medical license
• Minimum 15 years of Emergency Department Director and academic Emergency Medicine experience
• Demonstrated leadership managing complex ED operations; residency/fellowship education experience preferred
• Strong administrative, interpersonal, communication, and strategic leadership skills
• Availability to begin once credentialing and privileging are complete (estimated 3-4 months)

This is a high-impact leadership opportunity to advance clinical excellence, education, and innovation across adult and pediatric emergency care at a respected academic center.