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, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Supervising Physician for Edna Mahan Correctional Facility, located in Clinton, NJ. The Supervising Physician is responsible for providing medical services to inmates of the Department of Corrections, which are consistent with community Standards of Care. Provides clinical supervision to the assigned physicians and medical nurse practitioners. Serves as liaison for clinical matters with medical providers outside of the system and be available to provide on- call services.
Duties include:
- Responsible for providing clinical and professional supervision, management, and monitoring of physicians and nurse practitioners/physician assistants of assigned State Prison.
- Oversees the clinical work of physicians and nurse practitioners/physician assistants in the assigned State Prison by conducting regular peer reviews in documentation, medication usage, and consult request patterns, as assigned.
- Hosts quarterly meetings for physicians and nurse practitioners/physician assistants in the region to review CQI issues, policies, and problems.
- Participates in annual performance evaluations of physicians and nurse practitioners within a region.
- Works in concert with the Medical Director and the regional nurse managers to develop and maintain appropriate medical services within the assigned State Prison
- Assists in the development and implementation of UCHC policies and procedures.
- Participates in UCHC continuous quality improvement program.
- Corrective action plans.
- Continuing medical education.
- Algorithms/models for best practices.
- Participates in the formal preparation for health care reviews (such as National Commission of Correctional HealthCare inspections).
- Performs routine administrative functions and organizational responsibilities.
- Maintains monthly provider clinic schedule for the assigned State Prison, which will be provided to the medical and mental health staff in a concise, clear, and timely manner.
- Responsible for time off request approval, time sheet review and approval, and monitoring paid time off and adherence to time and attendance policy for physicians and nurse practitioners/physician assistants of the assigned State Prison.
- Responsible for ensuring that physicians and nurse practitioners/physician assistants adhere to all Rutgers, UCHC, and NJDOC conduct and policies, including but not limited to dress codes, time and attendance policies, and all applicable policies.
- Directly responsible for ensuring and documenting progressive discipline of all physicians and nurse practitioners/ physician assistants of the assigned state prison, including but not limited to termination of appointments in collaboration with the Medical Director
- Participates in UCHC continuous quality improvement program.
FLSA: Exempt
Grade: MD
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
40
Standard Hours: 40.00
Daily Work Shift: Day
Work Arrangement
This position requires a full onsite work arrangement.
Union Description: MPSC – Legacy UMD
Payroll Designation: PeopleSoft
Terms of Appointment: Staff – 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility: ABP
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Licensed physician in the State of New Jersey. Current DEA registration, CDS, and CPR certifications.
- Must be Board Certified and qualified by the state laws/regulations to practice medicine.
- Experienced in a primary care specialty.
- Computer literacy.
- A valid driver’s license is required. Possesses own vehicle or alternative means of transportation from one site to another.
- Excellent communication skills are required to interact with upper management. Effective oral and written communication skills. Ability to communicate and promote ideas and transfer detailedknowledge to others.
- Demonstrated interpersonal skills working in a service environment. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to patients, inmates, and other employees in the organization.
- Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, patients, customers, and/or the public. Ability to respond to common inquiries from patients. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors. Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints. Ability to make effective and persuasive speeches and presentations on controversial or complex topics to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors. An ability to interact with a diverse population in a prison setting.
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
Clinton
State
NJ
Location Details
Edna Mahan Correctional Facility located in Clinton, 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
