Job Category
Staff & Executive – Medical (Clinical) – Physician
Overview
University Correctional Health Care (UCHC), operating within Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is dedicated to excellence in providing physical, mental health, dental and sex offender treatment services to those involved in the criminal justice systems in New Jersey. UCHC operates with a total budget of $150 million and approximately 1,000 staff.
We are committed to being a leader in the delivery of effective, compassionate and accessible care informed by research within correctional environments.
We Care. We Teach. We Heal. We Improve.
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the state of New Jersey’s preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. Established in 1766 and celebrating a milestone 250th anniversary in 2016, the university is the eighth oldest higher education institution in the United States. More than 67,000 students and 22,000 faculty and staff learn, work, and serve the public at Rutgers locations across New Jersey and around the world
Posting Summary
Rutgers University Correctional Health Care is seeking a Statewide Medical Director located in Trenton, NJ . The Associate Statewide Medical Director, under the direction of the Statewide Medical Director, is responsible for providing medical services to inmates of the Department of Corrections, which are consistent with community standards of care.
Provides overall clinical and teaching responsibilities for University Correctional HealthCare (UCHC) and directly supervises the UCHC Medical Providers. Oversees the provision of clinical service at all the sites. Serves as a liaison for clinical matters with medical providers outside the system and is available to provide on-call services and on-site clinical services as may be indicated.
Demonstrates competency in recognizing the unique needs of all inmates/residents, ages 18-65+, and in applying relevant
Duties include:
- Assists the Medical Director in all aspects of the delivery of medical services to ensure access to care andvclinical quality is performed at or above established thresholds.
- Communicates directly with admitting and attending physicians to determine the earliest time when an inmate admitted to the hospital can be transferred to the New Jersey Department of Corrections (NJDOC) preferred Hospital and/or return to an infirmary setting within NJDOC.
- Provides direct supervision and direction to Supervising Physicians, to include evaluation, annual performance review, and disciplinary review under the supervision of the Medical Director.
- Provides clinical leadership that includes medical evaluations, treatment planning, and treatmentto inmates within University Correctional Health Care (UCHC
FLSA: Exempt
Grade: 99S
Minimum Salary
33235.000
Mid Range Salary
227332.000
Maximum Salary
421428.000
Offer Information
The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.
Benefits
Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:
- Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
- Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
- Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
- Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
- Life insurance coverage
- Employee discount programs
Position Status: Full Time
Working Hours
37.50
Standard Hours: 37.50
Daily Work Shift: Day
Work Arrangement
This position requires a full onsite work arrangement.
Union Description: Health Care Professionals
Payroll Designation: PeopleSoft
Terms of Appointment: Staff – 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility: ABP
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Board-certified in a specialty area in medicine with a preference in certification in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine, with a valid NJ medical license, including current DEA and CDS Certificates.
- Seven (7) years of experience as a Board-Certified Physician.
- Outstanding human relations and leadership skills, as well as the ability to function in a team environment required.
- Demonstrated knowledge is necessary to accomplish superior performance in a unionized environment.
- Must be eligible for a faculty appointment at the Rutgers University
- Computer literacy,
- Valid Driver’s License. Must possess own vehicle.
Special Conditions
Must be approved by the Department of Corrections (DOC) and adhere to all DOC requirements.
Regional Campus: Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus: Off Campus
City
Trenton
State
NJ
Location Details
Central Administration Offices UCHC, located in Trenton, NJ
It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement
