Manager

RWJBarnabas Health; Short Hills (NJ); Hybrid; USD 134,000 - 162,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Tuition Reimbursement

Life and Disability Insurance

Student Loan Planning Support

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Physician Recruitment Manager to drive recruitment strategy within the Physician Development department in New Jersey. You will lead a large team, develop hiring processes, and guide executive-level physician searches to attract top talent.

The role requires at least five years in physician recruitment, a bachelor’s degree, and strong leadership skills. Hybrid travel and collaboration with clinical leaders are part of the job, with comprehensive benefits and a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s preferred.
• Minimum five years of recruitment experience with physician/advanced practice provider focus preferred.
• Experience leading recruitment teams and healthcare industry experience highly desirable.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities with strong stakeholder communication.
• Familiarity with employment agreements, compensation structures, and credentialing processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage and guide a team of Physician Recruiters and Physician Experience Specialists to meet team goals.
• Track recruitment activity and open-position reports; provide updates to leadership and hiring managers.
• Source candidates through multiple channels, including job boards, campaigns, and professional networks.
• Lead Resident Development initiatives; conduct consultations and participate in professional events.
• Report team metrics to VP of Provider Recruitment on a regular basis.
• Maintain knowledge of physician contracts, compensation, and benefit plans.

Skills

Consultative skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Relationship building

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Job Title:Manager

Location:Hybrid

Department Name:Physician Development – Physician Recruitment

Status:Salaried

Shift:Day

Pay Range: $133,888 to $162,005 annual salary

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey. The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills, and professional experience.

Job Summary:

The Physician Recruitment Manager, under the direction of the Vice President of Provider Recruitment, will drive recruitment processes within RWJBarnabas Health Physician Development Department by developing infrastructure, talent acquisitions processes and recruitment resources to capture both physicians and advanced providers into the largest and most comprehensive health system in New Jersey. The Physician Recruitment Manager will lead a large-scale team of seasoned recruitment specialists and plays a pivotal role within a high-performing talent team whose main objective is to successfully attract and retain a highly qualified physician and advanced practice provider workforce.

As a Manager in the Physician Development Department, a typical day might include the following:

• Managing and guiding a team of Physician Recruiters and Physician Experience Specialists to meet the goals and objectives of the Physician Recruitment team and the Rutgers RWJBarnabas Health system.
• Tracking and maintaining recruitment activity and open-position reports, and providing regular updates to leadership, senior administration, and hiring managers as needed.
• Identifying and supporting sourcing initiatives for physician candidates through a variety of channels, including job board postings; email and direct mail campaigns; relationship development with professional organizations, associations, conferences, and residency and fellowship programs; agency vendors; referrals; and cold calls.
• Supporting the Resident Development Initiative through ongoing outreach to Rutgers RWJBarnabas Health residency and fellowship programs, including leading career workshops, conducting one-on-one consultations, and participating in networking and professional events.
• Reporting team metrics to the Vice President of Provider Recruitment on a recurring or as-needed basis.
• Maintaining a strong working knowledge of physician employment agreements, the employment process, offer packages, compensation structures, and system benefit plans.
• Providing ongoing education and mentorship to direct reports on recruitment best practices, physician compensation and contracting policies, and health system and regional community knowledge.
• Leading executive-level physician searches and supporting the candidate interview process as needed.
• Serving as a liaison between physicians and internal departments to facilitate the collection of documentation for hospital privileging and credentialing.
• Performing other duties as assigned by management.

This role might be for you if:

• Have strong consultative skills and can build credibility with hiring leaders by understanding their needs, sharing talent market insights, and recommending effective recruiting strategies.
• Can manage multiple projects and initiatives, prioritize effectively, and execute independently while keeping all stakeholders informed and engaged.
• Have superior interpersonal skills and the ability to engage with all levels of the organization.
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Have a demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external clients.
• Bring a high level of energy, work well as part of a team, and adapt your work habits to meet shifting deadlines and candidate and business needs.
• Are self-driven and motivated, with the ability to meet established goals and deadlines with limited supervision.
• Have strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Hold a valid driver’s license and have reliable means of transportation.

A minimum of a bachelor’s degree is required, and a master’s degree is preferred. Candidates must also have at least five (5) years of recruitment experience, with dedicated physician or advanced practice provider recruitment experience strongly preferred. Previous recruitment management experience within the healthcare industry is also strongly preferred, as is a blend of search firm/agency and corporate/in-house recruitment experience. Ideal candidates will have experience working within recruitment functions that include recruiting, sourcing, and coordinator/navigator teams.

Other Things to Know:
This job description outlines the core responsibilities of the role, but it’s not meant to cover every task you may take on. As with any dynamic organization, duties may shift over time based on team needs and priorities—and we’re looking for someone who’s flexible and ready to grow with us.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:
At RWJBarnabas Health, our people are at the center of everything we do. Through our Total Wellbeing promise, we offer a wide range of benefits and resources to support your physical, emotional, financial, and professional wellbeing. Highlights include:

• Generous Paid Time Off (Vacation, Holidays, Sick Time)
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Prescription Drug Coverage
• Retirement Plans
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Planning Support
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Wellness Programs and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Voluntary Benefits (like Pet Insurance)
• Discounts with local partners (e.g., NJ Devils, NJPAC, Verizon)
• Community involvement and volunteer opportunities
• …and more!