Manager Physician Recruitment

RWJBarnabas Health

West Orange (NJ)

On-site

USD 131,000 - 171,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Tuition Reimbursement

Life and Disability Insurance

Wellness Programs

Discounts with partners

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health in West Orange, NJ seeks a Physician Recruitment Manager to drive recruitment processes within the Physician Development Department. You will lead a large team of recruitment specialists and collaborate with senior leadership to attract and retain top physicians and advanced providers across New Jersey.

You will guide sourcing initiatives, manage metrics, and oversee physician employment agreements and contracting policies while partnering with internal departments to support

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required; master’s preferred.
Minimum five (5) years of recruitment experience, physician/advanced practice provider recruitment preferred.
Previous recruitment management experience in healthcare is strongly preferred.
Experience working with staffing in coordination with residency and fellowship programs can be an asset.

Responsibilities

Lead and mentor a team of physician recruiters and experience specialists.
Track recruitment activity, open-position reports, and provide updates to leadership and hiring managers.
Develop sourcing initiatives across job boards, direct mail, professional organizations, associations, conferences, and residency programs.
Support Resident Development initiatives and conduct career workshops and consultations.
Report team metrics to the Vice President of Provider Recruitment; manage employment agreements and compensation discussions.
Lead executive-level physician searches and assist with candidate interviews as needed.
Coordinate credentialing-related documentation with internal departments.

Skills

Recruitment leadership

Stakeholder management

Talent sourcing

Candidate assessment

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Req #: 48914
Category: Human Resources
Status: Full-Time
Shift: Day
Facility: RWJBarnabas Health Corporate Services
Department: Physician Development
Pay Range: $131,200.00 - $170,700.00 per year

Location

95 Old Short Hills Road, West Orange, NJ 07052

Job Title: Manager

Location: West Orange

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!

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.