Geriatrics & Associate Director of Geriatric Consult Service

Hackensack Meridian Health; Neptune Township (NJ); On-site; USD 186,479 - 227,918; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Signing bonus & relocation assistance

Quality Incentive

Health, dental, prescription, and vision plans

Retirement plan with company matching

Comprehensive malpractice policy

Federal student loan forgiveness eligibility

Annual CME Allowance

Academic Opportunities

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a faculty physician to serve as Associate Director of Geriatric Consult Service. This role involves overseeing administrative and clinical programs within the Department of Medicine while supporting geriatric initiatives in various areas such as Emergency Medicine and Surgery.

Successful candidates will lead the development and expansion of inpatient and outpatient geriatric consultation services, balance direct patient care with program development, and work with a dedicated team. A robust benefits package and academic opportunities are included.

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain professional licensure, DEA and CDS license in New Jersey.

Responsibilities

• Perform inpatient and outpatient consultations for evaluation and management of geriatric patients.
• Assist in design and implementation of a preoperative assessment program for high-risk surgical patients.
• Participate in interdisciplinary conference for elective high-risk patients.
• Work with the Chief of Geriatrics on assessing feasibility of establishing a Geriatric Fellowship Program.

Skills

Excellent clinical and teaching skills

Experience in cognitive assessment

Education

Board Certification in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine with a fellowship or Certificate of Added Qualification in Geriatric Medicine

Job description

Hackensack Meridian Health and the Department of Medicine/Geriatrics at Jersey Shore University Medical Center are seeking a faculty physician to also serve as Associate Director of Geriatric Consult Service. In this role, you will oversee both administrative and clinical programs within the Department of Medicine and support geriatric initiatives in other areas, such as Emergency Medicine and Surgery.

This position offers a chance to go beyond the usual responsibilities and help shape the future of geriatric care. You will partner with the Chief of Geriatrics to develop and expand both inpatient and outpatient geriatric consultation services, as well as a co‑management program for high‑risk surgical patients. The role has both clinical and administrative responsibilities, giving you a strong mix of direct patient care and program development.

You will be supported by a dedicated Social Worker, two Geriatric Nurse Practitioners, and a Geriatric Surgical Coordinator. Encourage both new and experienced physicians to apply. Hackensack Meridian Health offers competitive compensation and a robust benefits package, along with academic opportunities at Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive compensation

• Signing bonus & relocation assistance

• Quality Incentive

• Excellent benefits including: health, dental, prescription, and vision plans

• Retirement plan with company matching

• Comprehensive malpractice policy

• Non‑profit health system eligible for federal student loan forgiveness

• Annual CME Allowance

• Academic Opportunities at Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine

Position Highlights

• Perform inpatient and outpatient consultations and follow‑up visits for evaluation and management of geriatric patients

• Assist in further design and implementation of a preoperative assessment program for high‑risk elective surgical patients

• Participate in interdisciplinary conference for elective high‑risk patients

• Assist in further design and implementation of a comprehensive inpatient assessment program for high‑risk medical and surgical patients

• Participate in activities related to Undergraduate and Graduate Medical Education and promote and support appropriate continuing education programs for physicians, Advanced Practice Providers, and Medicine Residents

• Work with the Chief of Geriatrics on assessing the feasibility of establishing a Geriatric Fellowship Program

Position Requirements

• Board Certification in Internal Medicine or Family Medicine with a fellowship or Certificate of Added Qualification in Geriatric Medicine

• Ability to obtain professional licensure, DEA and CDS license in New Jersey

• Excellent clinical and teaching skills

• Experience in cognitive assessment

Submit Cover Letter and CV for immediate consideration to:

Ashley Strac

Physician Recruiter

Email: [e-mail]

Phone: [phone]

HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The minimum base salary for this position is $207,199. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good‑faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market‑competitive total rewards package.

The starting base salary is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted base salary based on a number of non‑discriminatory factors, including but not limited to:

• Specialization: Area of specialization and sub‑specialization.

• Labor Market Data: Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness.

• Experience: Years of relevant experience in the areas of specialization and sub‑specialization.

• Leadership: Relevant experience as a department chair or chief, practice group leader, or other leadership roles.

• Education and Certifications: Degrees attained, residencies, fellowships, board certifications, research, and publications.

• Productivity: Levels of productivity, quality and patient satisfaction.

• Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies.

• Geographic Location: Cost of living and market rates for the specific location.

• Internal Equity: Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the specialty and/or sub‑specialty.

• Budget and Grant Funding: Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered.

In addition to our compensation for full‑time and part‑time (20+ hours/week) positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits. The final compensation and benefits package will be discussed during the interview process.