Department of Medicine: OPAT/COpAT Director (Infectious Diseases)

Davita Inc.; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 144,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical institution seeks an OPAT/COpAT Director to oversee outpatient therapy services and provide expert Infectious Diseases care at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital. This full-time role requires an MD/DO with extensive experience and offers competitive compensation packages.

Benefits

Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage

Paid vacation and holidays

Competitive retirement benefits

Employee educational benefits

Life insurance coverage

Employee discounts programs

Qualifications

• Board eligible in Internal Medicine and/or Infectious Disease.
• Experience in Outpatient Parenteral Antibiotic Therapy.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations of OPAT/COpAT.
• Provide Infectious Diseases services.
• Conduct innovative research and publish results.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical Expertise

Research Skills

Education

MD/DO or equivalent

Job description

Position Details

Position 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.

Recruitment/Posting Title	Department of Medicine: OPAT/COpAT Director (Infectious Diseases)
Department	RWJ-Medicine-Infectious Diseases
Salary Details	A minimum of $144413
Offer Information
Benefits	Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes: 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 Life insurance coverage Employee discounts programs For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Posting Summary	The Division of Allergy, Immunology and Infectious Diseases, Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School seeks to employ a faculty member to oversee Outpatient Parenteral Antibiotic Therapy (OPAT)/Complex Outpatient Antibiotic Therapy (COpAT) at RWJUH. The faculty member will be responsible for providing Infectious Diseases services at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital at New Brunswick, which may include: attending on inpatient ID consult service (general ID or oncology ID), managing and overseeing the operations of an Outpatient Parenteral Antibiotic Therapy (OPAT)/Complex Outpatient Antibiotic Therapy (COpAT), conducting innovative research and publish results in high impact, peer-reviewed journals and other activities of the Department of Medicine. Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital at New Brunswick is part of the RWJBarnabas Health System. The affiliation of Rutgers Health and RWJ/Barnabas Health, the largest health system in NJ, presents exciting opportunities for growth and expansion of the infectious disease division. The integrated health system (RWJBarnabas) is a $5 billion enterprise and cares for about 40% of all NJ residents.
Position Status	Full Time
Posting Number	25FA0101
Posting Open Date	01/28/2025
Posting Close Date	01/23/2026

Qualifications

MD/DO or equivalent

Board eligible in Internal Medicine and/or Infectious Disease

The Department of Medicine at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School is comprised of approximately 150 paid and more than 300 volunteer faculty members organized into 11 divisions covering the major medical subspecialties: Allergy, Immunology and Infectious Diseases; Cardiovascular Diseases and Hypertension; Education; Endocrinology, Metabolism and Nutrition; Gastroenterology and Hepatology; General Internal Medicine; Hematology; Medical Oncology; Nephrology; Pulmonary Disease and Critical Care Medicine; and Rheumatology.

Minimum Education and Experience
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Preferred Qualifications
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Overview
Statement	New Jersey's academic health center, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research, all with the goal of improving human health. Aligned with Rutgers University-New Brunswick and collaborating university-wide, RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and five centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, advanced biotechnology and medicine, environmental and occupational health, and health care policy and aging research. Our faculty are teachers, clinicians, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. We offer an outstanding education in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and the full spectrum of allied health careers. Our clinical and academic facilities are located throughout the state-at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, including Piscataway; and at locations in Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Stratford, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, Newark's University Hospital in Newark, and other affiliates. Through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars, Rutgers is equipped as never before to transform lives.

Posting Details

Special Instructions to Applicants
Quick Link to Posting	https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/244121
Campus	Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus	Cook (RU-New Brunswick)
City	New Brunswick
State	NJ
Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

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Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

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