Chief, Physician Advisor

Hackensack Meridian Health; Neptune Township (NJ); On-site; USD 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

Jersey Shore University Medical Center in Neptune, NJ, seeks an experienced physician leader for the Chief Physician Advisor role. This 100% administrative position reports to the Chief Medical Officer and focuses on strategic hospital performance optimization.

The Chief Physician Advisor will integrate clinical operations, data analytics, and payer strategy to drive improvements in care progression, documentation integrity, and utilization management while mentoring a dedicated team and

Qualifications

• Licensed physician with NJ medical license and MD or DO degree.
• Deep experience leading physician advisor teams and UM/CDI programs.
• Strong knowledge of CMS regulations and hospital performance goals.

Responsibilities

• Advise CMO, lead the Physician Advisor team, and oversee Utilization Review.
• Oversee UM, CDI, and denial prevention to improve throughput and documentation.
• Champion analytics and AI-enabled tools to enhance coding accuracy.
• Develop education programs for medical staff, residents, and APPs.

Skills

Physician leadership

Utilization Management

Clinical Documentation Integrity

CMS regulations

Education

MD or DO licensed in New Jersey

Tools

Epic

Job description

Chief Physician Advisor

Jersey Shore University Medical Center

Neptune, New Jersey

Jersey Shore University Medical Center (JSUMC) is seeking an experienced physician leader for the pivotal role of Chief Physician Advisor. This is a 100% administrative position reporting directly to the Chief Medical Officer, designed for a strategic leader passionate about optimizing hospital performance.

As the Chief Physician Advisor, you will be the hospital's foremost expert on care progression, documentation integrity, and utilization management. You will integrate clinical operations, data analytics, and payer strategy to drive measurable improvements in a large, tertiary academic medical center. This is a unique opportunity to shape clinical operations, mentor a dedicated team, and leverage cutting-edge technology to make a significant impact on patient care and hospital performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide Senior Leadership: Serve as the primary advisor to the CMO, lead the JSUMC Physician Advisor team, and oversee Utilization Review to align strategies with hospital-wide quality, safety, and financial goals.
• Drive Clinical & Financial Optimization: Masterfully oversee Utilization Management (UM), Clinical Documentation Integrity (CDI), and denial prevention to improve throughput, reduce length of stay, and ensure accurate reimbursement.
• Innovate with Technology: Champion the use of advanced informatics, including Epic-enhanced dashboards, predictive analytics, and AI-supported tools to enhance documentation and coding accuracy.
• Lead and Educate: Develop and implement a robust education curriculum for medical staff, residents, and APPs, fostering a culture of compliance and documentation excellence.

Required Qualifications:

• Physician (MD or DO) licensed in New Jersey
• Minimum of 10 years of hospital-based clinical experience
• Demonstrated expertise in Utilization Management, Clinical Documentation, or Case Management
• Strong knowledge of CMS regulations (including the Two-Midnight Rule)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience as a Physician Advisor or Medical Director in UM/CDI
• Experience with Epic and AI-enabled UM/CDI tools
• Formal performance improvement training